Clinical Research Directory

Clinical Outcomes of Rectopexy for Rectal Prolapse

This study evaluates the clinical outcomes of patients who underwent rectopexy for rectal prolapse, ODS or FI. Rectopexy is a surgical procedure used to restore and fix the rectum in its normal position. The study examines treatment success, recurrence of rectal prolapse, functional outcomes, and postoperative complications. The aim is to better understand the long-term effectiveness and safety of rectopexy and to identify factors that may be associated with favorable or unfavorable outcomes.

Effect of Low Level Laser Therapy on Women With Obstructive Defecation Syndrome

Obstructive defecation syndrome (ODS) is a condition in which a person has difficulty completely emptying the rectum during bowel movements. Women with ODS may experience excessive straining, a feeling of incomplete evacuation or blockage, abdominal discomfort, and the need to use manual assistance, laxatives, or enemas to facilitate defecation. This randomized controlled trial will investigate the effect of adding low-level laser therapy (LLLT) to a conventional treatment program for women with ODS. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. The control group will receive nutritional modification and biofeedback training, while the study group will receive the same treatment in addition to low-level laser therapy applied to the lumbosacral region. The study will evaluate whether adding low-level laser therapy can improve anorectal function, reduce the severity of ODS symptoms, and improve health-related quality of life compared with conventional treatment alone.

Mental Health Outcome After Surgery for Obstructed Defecation Syndrome (ODS)

Background: Obstructed Defecation Synsdrome (ODS) causes people to strain and sometimes need help to go to the toilet. They think about going to the toilet a lot, which makes their lives worse. People with Obstructed Defecation Synsdrome (ODS) are more likely to be anxious and depressed than people with other illnesses. Aim of the study: This study looked at how mental health affects Obstructed Defecation Synsdrome (ODS) patients before and after surgery.

PEG3350 vs Senna After Urogyn Surgery

The goal of this study is to evaluate whether polyethylene glycol 3350 (PEG3350) versus senna is better at relieving postoperative constipation after urogynecologic surgery. The main questions it aims to answer are: What number of patients taking PEG3350 have obstructed defecation syndrome (ODS), a form of constipation, vs those taking senna in the week after urogynecologic surgery? What patient-level and procedure-level characteristics are associated with postoperative ODS, in patients taking PEG3350 vs senna? participants will: Take their randomized medication daily for seven days after surgery Fill out an ODS questionnaire before and one week after surgery Complete a daily bowel diary for 7 days after surgery

Fat Injection for Rectocele Treatment: A Novel Approach

This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of autologous fat grafting as a novel treatment for rectocele, a condition characterized by the herniation of rectal tissue into the posterior vaginal wall. Women aged 18 to 60 years with mild to moderate rectocele, presenting with symptoms such as obstructive defecation or vaginal bulge, will undergo submucosal fat injections. The study will assess the procedure\'s ability to alleviate symptoms and reduce prolapse recurrence. This prospective, single-arm trial will be conducted at Cairo University Hospitals.

Laparoscopic Ventral Mesh Rectopexy Combined With or Without Stapled Trans-anal Rectal Resection for Obstructed Defecation Syndrome

Obstructed defecation syndrome (ODS) is a common problem in women. Rectal prolapse and rectocoele are frequently identified in patients with ODS. Surgery is the only definite treatment for those patients and is preferably performed minimally invasive. The most used procedures are laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy (LVMR) and stapled trans-anal rectal resection (STARR). However, high-level prospective studies on treatment strategies for ODS currently are lacking and, thus, no consensus exist regarding the optimal treatment for patients with ODS. This study aimed to compare LVMR alone and LVMR combined with STARR evaluating functional and anatomical results.