Can a simple stitch during hysterectomy prevent future prolapse? new trial aims to find out.
NCT ID NCT04560543
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether adding a specific laparoscopic stitch (McCall suture) during a routine hysterectomy can prevent the top of the vagina from dropping later on (pelvic organ prolapse). About 114 women having a laparoscopic hysterectomy for non-prolapse reasons will be randomly assigned to get either the extra stitch or standard closure. Researchers will measure how well the vagina is supported after 5 years, and also check sexual function.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 114 people
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- Started
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May 2021
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2032
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion criteria * LSC simple hysterectomy, * Neg. SS test if premenopausal * \>18j, * Consent to participate in the study * Understanding of the German language Exclusion criteria * Prolapse as indication for surgery * Known or suspected non-compliance * Additional incontinence procedures * Patients with deep infiltrating endometriosis * Irradiation pre- or postoperative * Pregnancy and lactation. * Conversion from laparoscopy to laparotomy * Inability to understand the study protocol
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Locations
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Universitätsfrauenklink Inselspital
RECRUITINGBern, 3010, Switzerland
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