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Hidden aftermath of birth injuries: study reveals anal incontinence risks

NCT ID NCT04940494

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Angers Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looked at 227 women who had a serious tear during childbirth (obstetrical anal sphincter injury) to find out how many later develop anal incontinence—leaking gas or stool. Researchers collected data on quality of life and incontinence symptoms. The goal is to better understand who is at risk and why, since many women do not report these problems to their doctors.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help doctors identify women at higher risk for anal incontinence after childbirth injury and improve follow-up care.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove causes or offer new therapies. Results may not apply to all populations.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

227 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jul 2021

Finished

Jul 2022

Lead sponsor

A government agency

The lead sponsor is a government body.

Who can take part

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

Who is studied

All women that gave birth between 2005 January 1st and 2019 December 31th and that accept to respond to the survey

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Childbirth between 2005 January 1st and 2019 December 31th * Obstetrical Anal Sphincter Injury -≥ 18 y Exclusion Criteria: * Patients' refusal * lost of view or deceased * anal incontinence before the Obstetrical Anal Sphincter Injury

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Encopresis injury

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Anal incontinence Anal sphincter injury Obstetric trauma

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU Angers

    Angers, France

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