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New treatment option for Ovarian Cyst Benign
Official title Save the Ovaries - Surgical Management of Simple Ovarian Cysts in Children and Adolescents
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06852313
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to evaluate which operative technique should be used for managing simple ovarian cysts in girls and adolescents. The two techniques that are being compared are laparoscopic cyst enucleation and laparoscopic cyst deroofing.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 1 to 18, women only
You may be able to join if
- Symptomatic simple cysts ≥ 4 cm with indication for surgical intervention
- Asymptomatic cysts ≥ 4 cm, with surgical indication due to persistence or increase in size
- Asymptomatic cysts ≥ 4 cm with other pathology as surgical indication, if known preoperatively
- Age 12 months - 18 years
- Parents/legal custodian and patient give consent, for patients unable to consent due to their health condition or developmental status they show no...
You likely can't join if
- Neonatal ovarian cysts (age \<12 months)
- Age \>18 years
- Complex cysts (with solid components, e.g., Teratoma, risk or suspicion of malignancy)
- Paratubar/paraovarian cysts
- Medical reason that precludes cyst enucleation (e.g. severe coagulopathy)
- Neither signed informed consent form or inadequate german, french or english language skills to give informed consent
See the full eligibility criteria
- Symptomatic simple cysts ≥ 4 cm with indication for surgical intervention
- Asymptomatic cysts ≥ 4 cm, with surgical indication due to persistence or increase in size
- Asymptomatic cysts ≥ 4 cm with other pathology as surgical indication, if known preoperatively
- Age 12 months - 18 years
- Parents/legal custodian and patient give consent, for patients unable to consent due to their health condition or developmental status they show no signs of unwillingness to participate
- Symptomatic simple cysts ≥ 4 cm with indication for surgical intervention on both ovaries (each ovary will count as one)
- Neonatal ovarian cysts (age \<12 months)
- Age \>18 years
- Complex cysts (with solid components, e.g., Teratoma, risk or suspicion of malignancy)
- Paratubar/paraovarian cysts
- Medical reason that precludes cyst enucleation (e.g. severe coagulopathy)
- Neither signed informed consent form or inadequate german, french or english language skills to give informed consent
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Basel, Switzerland
- Zurich, Switzerland
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?
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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, 1 year to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Basel, Switzerland; Zurich, Switzerland. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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