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Can a simple drape ease the discomfort of gynecologic exams?

NCT ID NCT07797309

Symptom relief Sponsor: KTO Karatay University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 01, 2026 · Last updated Sep 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether a specially designed drape that covers a woman's lower body during a vaginal exam can reduce pain and improve satisfaction and perceived privacy. Women aged 18 and older undergoing a vaginal exam at a gynecology clinic are randomly assigned to use the drape or receive the clinic's usual care. Right after the exam, they rate their pain, satisfaction, and sense of privacy. The goal is to see if this simple change makes the experience more comfortable and dignified.

What this could mean

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Active substance
A specially designed drape that covers the lower body during vaginal examination, exposing only the area being examined.
What this could lead to
If effective, this drape could become a simple, low-cost way to improve comfort and dignity for women during routine gynecologic exams.
What could go wrong
The trial is small and early, and the drape may not meaningfully change pain or satisfaction. Results depend on how women perceive the drape, which can vary widely.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 100 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Aug 2026

Expected to finish

Feb 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 18 years or older * Undergoing vaginal examination Exclusion Criteria: * Clinical condition requiring emergency obstetric or gynaecological intervention * A health problem preventing cognition or communication * Diagnosed psychological disorder (depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder)

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Pain Patient Satisfaction

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Gynecologic examination Pain Patient satisfaction Privacy

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Osmaniye Training and Research Hospital, Gynaecology and Obstetrics Clinic

    Osmaniye, Turkey (Türkiye)

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