Energy devices vs. cold scalpel for tube and ovary removal during vaginal hysterectomy
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial is comparing two ways to remove the fallopian tubes and ovaries during a vaginal hysterectomy for pelvic organ prolapse: one using energy-based devices (like a cauterizing tool) and the other using a standard cold scalpel method. It will help determine if the energy-based approach offers any benefits, such as less blood loss or faster recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 18 or older.
- You are scheduled to have a vaginal hysterectomy (removal of the uterus through the vagina) for pelvic organ prolapse.
- Your doctor has recommended that your fallopian tubes and ovaries be removed during the same surgery.
- You are willing and able to sign a consent form to participate.
- You do not have any known or suspected cancer in your pelvic area.
- Your surgery is not planned to use a special scope through the vagina (vNOTES) or other non-vaginal approach for the tube/ovary removal.
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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