Sterilization Procedures for Women's Health
(POPS Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this study is to compare and capture key elements of the patient experience, quality of recovery, preferences and satisfaction after laparoscopic salpingectomy done via 3 different routes.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Randa J Jalloul, MD
Principal Investigator
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
The POPS Trial is for premenopausal women who are planning to have elective sterilization surgery and can give written consent. Women with a non-prolapsed uterus are eligible, but those with conditions like rectal surgery history, suspected endometriosis or malignancy, infections, virginity or pregnancy cannot participate.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo laparoscopic salpingectomy via one of three surgical routes
Immediate Recovery
Quality of recovery assessed 24 hours after surgery using the QOR-40 questionnaire
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for outcomes such as cosmesis, pain, patient satisfaction, and sexual function
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Single site laparoscopy
- Traditional laparoscopy
- V-Notes surgery
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
Lead Sponsor