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NCT06012903 Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms and School Functioning in Children

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NCT ID NCT06012903
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor University Hospital, Ghent
Condition Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 250 participants
Start Date 2022-10-06
Primary Completion 2025-06-06

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 5 Years
Max Age 12 Years
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Interventions
Questionnaire WelbevindenQuestionnaire Vancouver symptom score for dysfunctional elimination syndromeDevelopmental Coordination Disorder Questionnaire

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 250 participants in total. It began in 2022-10-06 with a primary completion date of 2025-06-06.

⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.

Brief Summary

Children in primary school often suffer from lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), which may negatively impact their overall well-being. Co-occurring neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) can adversely affect children as well and can cause restrictions in their daily life, especially in their school-environment. The goal of this observational study is to identify the prevalence of LUTS in Flemish primary school children.The main questions it aims to answer are: * How prevalent are LUTS in regular primary education? * Is there a relation with well-being in school environment? * Is there an influence of co-occuring NDDs? Children, parents and teachers will be asked to fill in questionnaires related to this research question.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Children in 4th-6th grade * Parents whose children are in grades 1-6 * Teachers responsible for teaching children in grades 1-6 * Children who attend regular primary education * Capable of speaking \& comprehending Dutch Exclusion Criteria: * High school students * home-schooled children * children who attend special needs education * Language barrier to understanding Dutch

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Bieke Samijn, PhD

✉ bieke.samijn@ugent.be

📞 +32 9 332 19 38

Principal Investigator

Ellen Vandamme, MD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

University Hospital, Ghent

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06012903 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 5 Years or older, up to 12 Years, studying Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT06012903 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06012903 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at bieke.samijn@ugent.be for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06012903 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Ghent, Belgium.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06012903 clinical trial?

NCT06012903 is sponsored by University Hospital, Ghent. The principal investigator is Ellen Vandamme, MD at University Hospital, Ghent. The trial plans to enroll 250 participants.

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