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The Nordic Rectal Prolapse Study

Launched by AARHUS UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL · Oct 4, 2022

Trial Information

Current as of June 26, 2025

Enrolling by invitation

Keywords

Surgery Recurrence Quality Of Life Bowel Function

ClinConnect Summary

The Nordic Rectal Prolapse Study (NORDIC) is an observational trial initiated from the Pelvic Floor Unit, Aarhus University Hospital (AUH), planned in collaboration with the Pelvic Floor Society, UK. Although an RCT is the most favourable design for interventional surgical trials, it took seven years to recruit 75 patients for an RCT from Aarhus. Observational studies generally recruit with greater ease than RCTs, and this type of design is a valid option to an RCT. The non-randomized design can encourage inclusion as the type of surgery will be as per routine care, and the study is able to...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • • undergoing surgery for rectal prolapse
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • • unable to consent to participating

About Aarhus University Hospital

Aarhus University Hospital is a leading research institution in Denmark, dedicated to advancing medical science and improving patient care through innovative clinical trials. As a key sponsor of clinical research, the hospital integrates cutting-edge technology and multidisciplinary expertise to conduct studies that address critical health challenges. With a commitment to ethical standards and patient safety, Aarhus University Hospital collaborates with a diverse network of academic and industry partners, ensuring that its research initiatives contribute to the global body of medical knowledge and enhance treatment options for patients.

Locations

Aarhus N, , Denmark

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Peter Christensen, Prof., MDSc

Principal Investigator

Aarhus University Hospital

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

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