Baylor Continence Scale Validity in Anorectal Malformation

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age6-18
SponsorIzmir Bakircay University

About this trial

The aim of this study is to evaluate the validity and reliability of the Baylor Continence Scale in Turkish-speaking children diagnosed with anorectal malformations. The scale is used to assess continence levels, helping healthcare providers make informed decisions regarding treatment and follow-up. The study includes a sample of children with confirmed anorectal malformations, and data collection consists of language adaptation, statistical validation, and reliability testing. Results will contribute to the standardization of continence assessment in Turkish clinical settings, ensuring accurate evaluations for pediatric patients.

Eligibility criteria

This trial does not accept healthy volunteers

Qualifiers

Having undergone surgery due to anorectal malformation

Being between 6 and 18 years old

The child and caregiver are required to know Turkish

Disqualifiers

The child and caregiver having comprehension, hearing, or vision problems

Trial population

Inclusion criteria for the study include children who have undergone surgery due to anorectal malformation, are between 6 and 18 years old. Exclusion criteria consist of cases where the child and caregiver have comprehension, hearing, or vision problems that could affect communication or participation in the study.

Trial design

Design model

Other

Time perspective

Cross-sectional

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Baylor Continence Scale

    Other intervention

    This study may be one of the first to test the Turkish adaptation and validity of the scale in Turkish children with anorectal malformations.

Treatment groups

230 Participants
are divided into 1 treatment group
Group A: Children with Anorectal Malformations1 intervention

Trial outcomes

Primary outcomes

1

Validity and Reliability Analyses

In this study, validity and reliability analyses will be conducted as part of the Turkish adaptation of the Baylor Continence Scale.

Time frame
Average 6 to 12 month

Secondary outcomes

Other outcomes

Sponsors and contacts

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Izmir Bakircay University

Lead sponsor

Ege University

Collaborator