Self-care support program for women with endometriosis
The Effect of the Self-Care Support Program Applied to Women with Endometriosis on Quality of Life, Self-Care Behaviors, Depression, Anxiety and Stress Level
This study tests whether a self-care support program can help women with endometriosis improve their quality of life and reduce feelings of depression, anxiety, and stress compared to standard treatment.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 58 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 49 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Marmara University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul, Başıbüyük) |
| Trial ID | NCT05861739 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the impact of a self-care support program, which includes self-care training and motivational interviews, on women diagnosed with endometriosis. Participants are divided into two groups: one receiving the self-care program and the other receiving standard treatment. The study aims to assess changes in quality of life, self-care behaviors, and levels of depression, anxiety, and stress among the participants. The research is conducted in a randomized controlled format to ensure reliable results.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are women aged 18-49 who have been diagnosed with symptomatic endometriosis and meet specific literacy and communication criteria.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, have psychiatric illnesses, or cannot attend the required sessions will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the quality of life and mental health of women suffering from endometriosis.
How similar studies have performed: While similar self-care interventions have shown promise in improving quality of life for chronic conditions, this specific approach for endometriosis is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Reproductive age (between 18-49 years old), * Diagnosed with endometriosis (symptomatic patients), * Having no medical or gynecological problems other than endometriosis, * Literate, * Mobile phone user, * Non-pregnant, * No communication barrier * Not diagnosed with a psychiatric illness, * Who volunteered to participate in the research, * Women who can speak and understand Turkish will be included. Exclusion Criteria: * Who could not attend any session of ESSP (only in the intervention group), * Filling the data collection forms incompletely, * Pregnant at the time of the study and * Women who have been hospitalized and/or had surgical operations for gynecological and medical reasons will be excluded.
Where this trial is running
Istanbul, Başıbüyük
- Marmara University — Istanbul, Başıbüyük, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hamide Arslan Tarus, Res. Asist.
- Email: hamide.arslan@yahoo.com
- Phone: +905370656476
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.