Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up Women only

Uterine Fibroids in China: How Common They Are and What Increases Risk

Official title: Epidemiology and Risk Factors of Uterine Fibroids in China

Run by Tongji Hospital · NCT05840042 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests how common uterine fibroids are in Chinese women and what factors relate to developing them and needing surgery.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexWomen only
Enrollment20000 (estimated)
SponsorTongji Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Wuhan, Hubei)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 19, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedOctober 13, 2026
Trial IDNCT05840042 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Women residing in China for at least 6 months who consent to participate and complete the questionnaire.

Probably not a fit

Individuals who do not have or develop fibroids or who do not participate may not benefit from any direct intervention.

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

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to determine the prevalence and incidence of uterine fibroids in Chinese women and to identify associated risk factors. It will collect questionnaire data from eligible participants to characterize symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment histories. The study does not involve an intervention and will analyze patterns to inform future research and public health understanding of fibroids in China.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: Results could improve understanding of who is at risk for fibroids and inform future prevention or screening strategies.

How similar studies have gone: Previous epidemiology studies have helped map fibroid prevalence, but this study focuses on a Chinese population and may add localized insights.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Current place of residence≥ 6 months;
* No serious mental illness or mental abnormality;
* Those who agree to participate in this survey and cooperate in completing the questionnaire.

Exclusion Criteria:

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Where it's running

  • Huazhong University of Science and Technology
    Wuhan, Hubei, China
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Shixuan Wang, Doctor — Huazhong University of Science and Technology
  • Study coordinator: Wenwen Wang, Doctor
  • Email: petrawang@163.com
  • Phone: 15927167698

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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.
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