Sterilization Procedures for Women's Health
(POPS Trial)
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Overseen byRanda J Jalloul, MD
Age: 18 - 65
Sex: Female
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Academic
Waitlist Available
Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
No Placebo Group
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this study is to compare and capture key elements of the patient experience, quality of recovery, preferences and satisfaction after laparoscopic salpingectomy done via 3 different routes.
Research Team
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Randa J Jalloul, MD
Principal Investigator
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
Eligibility Criteria
The POPS Trial is for premenopausal women who are planning to have elective sterilization surgery and can give written consent. Women with a non-prolapsed uterus are eligible, but those with conditions like rectal surgery history, suspected endometriosis or malignancy, infections, virginity or pregnancy cannot participate.Inclusion Criteria
Patients should be able to provide written consent
I am a premenopausal woman planning to have sterilization surgery.
My uterus is in its normal position.
Exclusion Criteria
I had my tubes tied right after giving birth.
I had my tubes tied during a C-section.
I cannot have vaginal procedures due to my medical history or current conditions.
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Single site laparoscopy (Procedure)
- Traditional laparoscopy (Procedure)
- V-Notes surgery (Procedure)
Trial OverviewThis study compares patient experiences after laparoscopic salpingectomy (tube removal for sterilization) done through three different surgical methods: traditional laparoscopy, single-site laparoscopy, and V-Notes surgery. It aims to assess recovery quality, preferences and satisfaction.
Participant Groups
3Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Route C:V-Notes surgery"Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: Route B: Single site laparoscopyExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group III: Route A: Traditional laparoscopyActive Control1 Intervention
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
Lead Sponsor
Trials
974
Recruited
361,000+