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New treatment option for Vulvodynia
Official title Lasertherapy for Vulvodynia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04711369
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to assess the efficacy, acceptance and safety profile of vulvovaginal laser therapy in women with vulvodynia.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 80, women only
You may be able to join if
- Women with vulvodynia (diagnosed according to the 2015 Consensus Terminology)
- multidisciplinary treatment for at least 3 months
- Informed consent
You likely can't join if
- Current genital infection (i.e. candidiasis, herpes )
- Inflammatory vulvar disease/ dermatosis (i.e. lichen sclerosus, lichen planus)
- Neoplastic vulvar disease (e.g. HSIL Vulva, Paget disease)
- Recent vulvar trauma (i.e. bleeding, erosion or ulceration)
- Pudendal neuralgia
- Pregnancy, delivery \<6 months
See the full eligibility criteria
- Women with vulvodynia (diagnosed according to the 2015 Consensus Terminology)
- multidisciplinary treatment for at least 3 months
- Informed consent
- Current genital infection (i.e. candidiasis, herpes )
- Inflammatory vulvar disease/ dermatosis (i.e. lichen sclerosus, lichen planus)
- Neoplastic vulvar disease (e.g. HSIL Vulva, Paget disease)
- Recent vulvar trauma (i.e. bleeding, erosion or ulceration)
- Pudendal neuralgia
- Pregnancy, delivery \<6 months
- Epilepsy or major neurologic or psychiatric morbidity
- Active systemic infection
- Previous treatment with ionizing radiation in the area to be treated
- History of wound healing disorders (i.e. hyperpigmentation, abnormal scarring)
- Fever
- Systemic or local autoimmune disorders
- History of photosensitivity disorder
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Graz, Austria
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Graz, Austria. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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