Could a menstrual cup help women with fistula leakage?

NCT ID NCT03414060

First seen May 08, 2026 · Last updated May 25, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a menstrual cup can temporarily reduce urine leakage in women with vesicovaginal fistula (VVF), a condition causing constant leaking. Eleven women in Ghana tried the cup and reported how easy it was to use and how well it worked. The goal was to see if this simple device could help manage symptoms while waiting for surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mercy Women's Catholic Hospital

    Mankessim, Central Region, Ghana

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