Understanding factors influencing vaginal laser therapy for urinary incontinence
Far Eastern Memorial Hospital
This study is trying to find out what affects how well vaginal laser therapy works for women with stress urinary incontinence and how it impacts their bladder and sexual function.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Far Eastern Memorial Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (New Taipei, Banqiao) |
| Trial ID | NCT03693690 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to identify the factors that affect the efficacy of vaginal laser therapy in treating stress urinary incontinence. It will assess how this therapy impacts overactive bladder syndrome and sexual function, while also evaluating the durability of the treatment. By gathering this information, the study seeks to enhance clinical decision-making regarding the use of vaginal laser therapy for affected patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women over 20 years old who experience symptoms of stress urinary incontinence and are willing to undergo vaginal laser therapy.
Not a fit: Patients with abnormal vaginal bleeding or vaginal fistula will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment outcomes for women suffering from stress urinary incontinence.
How similar studies have performed: While vaginal laser therapy has been explored in other studies, the specific focus on factors affecting its efficacy is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * \>20 years old female * had stress urinary incontinence symptoms * Sexual behavior * No urinary tract infection * At their own expense for vaginal laser therapy Exclusion Criteria: * Abnormal vaginal bleeding * Vaginal fistula
Where this trial is running
New Taipei, Banqiao
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Far-Eastern Memorial Hospital — New Taipei, Banqiao, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sheng-Mou Hsiao, MD
- Email: smhsiao2@gmail.com
- Phone: +89667000
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.