Treatment for vaginal atrophy and related conditions using a novel gel dressing
VALOR: Vaginal Atrophy & Long-term Observation of Recovery
This study is testing a new gel dressing to see if it can help adult women with vaginal atrophy and other skin conditions feel better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 2000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Stratpharma AG Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 14 sites (Birmingham, Alabama and 13 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05953090 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial focuses on treating vulvovaginal skin conditions such as vaginal atrophy, lichen sclerosus, and lichen planus in adult women using a new gel dressing. The study aims to evaluate both the short- and long-term safety and efficacy of this treatment. Participants will be monitored for their symptoms and overall recovery throughout the trial period. The study involves a series of assessments to determine the effectiveness of the gel in alleviating symptoms associated with these conditions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women diagnosed with atrophic vaginitis, lichen sclerosus, lichen simplex chronicus, or lichen planus who experience continuous vulvovaginal symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients who are currently undergoing systemic hormonal therapy or have allergies to the treatment ingredients may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve the quality of life for women suffering from vaginal atrophy and related conditions.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is novel, similar studies have shown promise in treating vulvovaginal conditions with topical therapies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed atrophic vaginitis, lichen sclerosus, lichen simplex chronicus or lichen planus * Continuous vulvovaginal symptoms * Access to smartphone and tablet, laptop or computer * Access to a valid email address Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to provide informed consent * Patient unable to apply topical device * Allergy or intolerance to ingredients or excipients of the formulation of studied products * Systemic hormonal therapy started less than 30 days before baseline * Systemic corticosteroids ongoing treatment or used within the last 30 days before baseline * Ongoing topical HRT or corticosteroid treatment for the indication under investigation * Topical HRT or corticosteroid treatment used for the indication under investigation within the last 30 days before baseline
Where this trial is running
Birmingham, Alabama and 13 other locations
- Cahaba Dermatology & Skin Health Center — Birmingham, Alabama, United States (Recruiting)
- Velvet Clinical Research — Burbank, California, United States (Recruiting)
- Orange Coast Women's Medical Group — Laguna Hills, California, United States (Active_not_recruiting)
- WR-PRI, LLC (Los Alamitos) — Los Alamitos, California, United States (Not_yet_recruiting)
- WR-PRI, LLC (Newport Beach) — Newport Beach, California, United States (Recruiting)
- WR-Women's Health Care Research, LLC — San Diego, California, United States (Not_yet_recruiting)
- WR-Multi-Specialty Research Associates — Lake City, Florida, United States (Not_yet_recruiting)
- WR-Mount Vernon Clinical Research, LLC — Sandy Springs, Georgia, United States (Not_yet_recruiting)
- WR-Clinical Research Center of Nevada, LLC — Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (Not_yet_recruiting)
- WR-Carolina Institute for Clinical Research — Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States (Recruiting)
- WR-Charleston Clinical Trials, LLC — Charleston, South Carolina, United States (Not_yet_recruiting)
- Southern Urogynecology — West Columbia, South Carolina, United States (Recruiting)
- WR-Medical Research Center of Memphis, LLC — Memphis, Tennessee, United States (Not_yet_recruiting)
- WR-Global Medical Research, LLC — Dallas, Texas, United States (Recruiting)
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.