Comparing PVC and silicone pessaries for pelvic organ prolapse
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares two types of vaginal support devices (pessaries) made from different materials—PVC (a type of plastic) and silicone—to see which one works better for women with pelvic organ prolapse (when pelvic organs drop into the vagina). If you are already using a PVC pessary, you may join to help doctors learn which material is more comfortable and effective.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old
- You must be able to read and understand traditional Chinese
- You must have a diagnosis of pelvic organ prolapse (stage 1 to 4)
- You must be currently using a PVC pessary (a vaginal support device) as a long-term treatment
- You cannot have any vaginal problems that would make it unsafe to keep using a pessary
- You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding, and you must be able to come back for a clinic visit in 6 months
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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