Clinical trial Recruiting at 9 sites Interventional Ages 50 and up Women only

Repairing pelvic organ prolapse using vaginal native tissues

Official title: Vaginal Native Tissues Repair for Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Run by University Hospital, Limoges · NCT03875989 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if using a vaginal patch made from natural tissue works better than traditional surgery for fixing pelvic organ prolapse in women over 50.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages50 Years and up
SexWomen only
Enrollment214 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Limoges
Academic / other
Locations9 sites (Bordeaux and 8 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 27, 2019
Main results expectedSeptember 27, 2025
Study endsMarch 27, 2028
Registry record updatedAugust 29, 2023
Trial IDNCT03875989 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are women aged 50 and older with symptomatic primary prolapse of the anterior vaginal wall.

Probably not a fit

Patients with previous surgical cystocele repair or those requiring treatment for myorraphy of levator ani muscles may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of vaginal patch plastron compared to anterior colporraphy for treating pelvic organ prolapse in women aged 50 and older. It focuses on assessing both anatomic and functional success rates at one year post-surgery. The study addresses the significant psychological distress and quality of life issues caused by prolapse, which affects a large percentage of older women. By utilizing native tissue repair methods, the study seeks to minimize complications associated with synthetic mesh repairs.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a safer and more effective surgical option for women suffering from pelvic organ prolapse.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown varying success rates with native tissue repairs, but this specific comparison of vaginal patch plastron and anterior colporraphy is novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient at 50 years of age or older
* Symptomatic primary prolapse of the anterior vaginal wall defined by Aa and/or Ba points ≥0 according to the POP-Q system
* A positive response to the question "Do you usually have a bulge or something falling out that you can see or feel in your vaginal area?" (question 3 of the PFDI-20)
* Able to give informed consent
* Performans Status score ≤ 2

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient with need for surgical treatment for myorraphy of levator ani muscles
* Patient with previous surgical cystocele repair.
* Patient with evolving gynaecologic cancer.
* Pregnancy or wish for future pregnancy, lactating woman.
* Inability to participate in study follow-up or to provide informed consent.
* Lack of social insurance .

Where it's running

  • CHU de Bordeaux
    Bordeaux, France
    Recruiting
  • CH de Brive
    Brive-la-Gaillarde, France
    Recruiting
  • CHU de Clermont Ferrand
    Clermont-Ferrand, France
    Recruiting
  • CH de Gueret
    Guéret, France
    Recruiting
  • CHU de Limoges
    Limoges, France
    Recruiting
  • CHU de Saint-Etienne
    Saint-Etienne, France
    Recruiting
Show 3 more locations
  • CHU de Toulouse - Paule de Viguier
    Toulouse, France
    Recruiting
  • CHU de Toulouse - Rangueil
    Toulouse, France
    Recruiting
  • CH de Tulle
    Tulle, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.