Trial Outcomes & Findings for The Extended Operations And Pelvic Muscle Training In The Management Of Apical Support Loss Study (NCT NCT01166373)

NCT ID: NCT01166373

Last Updated: 2020-09-28

Results Overview

Surgical failure was defined as Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification (POP-Q) point C descended more than one-third of total vaginal length; POPQ points Aa, Ba, Ap, or Bp were beyond the hymen; bothersome vaginal bulge symptoms were reported by the participant; or the participant received retreatment. The apex is point C (cervix), and posteriorly is point D (pouch of Douglas). In women after hysterectomy, point C is the vaginal cuff and point D is omitted. This outcome measure is cumulatively across the original OPTIMAL trial and continued through the E-OPTIMAL follow-up with non-failures tracked either until failure or until study completion/dropping out of the study (lost to follow-up, withdrawal, etc.)

Recruitment status

COMPLETED

Study phase

NA

Target enrollment

285 participants

Primary outcome timeframe

6 months and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Results posted on

2020-09-28

Participant Flow

The goal of the video/no video intervention was to gauge differences in recruitment for and retention in E-OPTIMAL, thus the video/no video randomization occurred before E-OPTIMAL consent.

Treatment groups are from the original OPTIMAL trial. Participants in the E-OPTIMAL trial were recruited from OPTIMAL participants that completed the Year 2 OPTIMAL visit.

Participant milestones

Participant milestones
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Overall Study
STARTED
95
91
91
97
Overall Study
Completed OPTIMAL Year 2 Visit
81
80
79
87
Overall Study
Randomized to Video
32
43
38
40
Overall Study
Randomized to No Video
45
30
34
42
Overall Study
Consented to Participate E-OPTIMAL
72
66
69
78
Overall Study
Completed E-OPTIMAL Year 3 Visit
70
66
66
77
Overall Study
Completed E-OPTIMAL Year 4 Visit
67
61
63
68
Overall Study
Completed E-OPTIMAL Year 5 Visit
62
56
62
64
Overall Study
COMPLETED
90
87
87
92
Overall Study
NOT COMPLETED
5
4
4
5

Reasons for withdrawal

Reasons for withdrawal
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Overall Study
Lost to Follow-up
3
2
2
2
Overall Study
Withdrawal by Subject
1
2
2
3
Overall Study
Physician Decision
1
0
0
0

Baseline Characteristics

The Extended Operations And Pelvic Muscle Training In The Management Of Apical Support Loss Study

Baseline characteristics by cohort

Baseline characteristics by cohort
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=72 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=66 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=69 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=78 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Total
n=285 Participants
Total of all reporting groups
Age, Continuous
55.4 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 10.8 • n=5 Participants
58.6 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 10.6 • n=7 Participants
58.7 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 10.5 • n=5 Participants
56.3 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 11.2 • n=4 Participants
57.2 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 10.8 • n=21 Participants
Sex/Gender, Customized
Female
72 Participants
n=5 Participants
66 Participants
n=7 Participants
69 Participants
n=5 Participants
78 Participants
n=4 Participants
285 Participants
n=21 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
American Indian or Alaska Native
1 Participants
n=5 Participants
1 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=4 Participants
2 Participants
n=21 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Asian
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
2 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=4 Participants
2 Participants
n=21 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Black or African American
7 Participants
n=5 Participants
3 Participants
n=7 Participants
7 Participants
n=5 Participants
4 Participants
n=4 Participants
21 Participants
n=21 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Other
5 Participants
n=5 Participants
5 Participants
n=7 Participants
4 Participants
n=5 Participants
8 Participants
n=4 Participants
22 Participants
n=21 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
White
59 Participants
n=5 Participants
55 Participants
n=7 Participants
58 Participants
n=5 Participants
66 Participants
n=4 Participants
238 Participants
n=21 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Hispanic/Latina
15 Participants
n=5 Participants
10 Participants
n=7 Participants
13 Participants
n=5 Participants
18 Participants
n=4 Participants
56 Participants
n=21 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Not Hispanic/Latina
57 Participants
n=5 Participants
56 Participants
n=7 Participants
56 Participants
n=5 Participants
60 Participants
n=4 Participants
229 Participants
n=21 Participants
Insurance: Private/HMO
No
70 Participants
n=5 Participants
65 Participants
n=7 Participants
68 Participants
n=5 Participants
76 Participants
n=4 Participants
279 Participants
n=21 Participants
Insurance: Private/HMO
Yes
2 Participants
n=5 Participants
1 Participants
n=7 Participants
1 Participants
n=5 Participants
2 Participants
n=4 Participants
6 Participants
n=21 Participants
Insurance: Medicare or Medicaid
No
55 Participants
n=5 Participants
46 Participants
n=7 Participants
47 Participants
n=5 Participants
56 Participants
n=4 Participants
204 Participants
n=21 Participants
Insurance: Medicare or Medicaid
Yes
17 Participants
n=5 Participants
20 Participants
n=7 Participants
22 Participants
n=5 Participants
22 Participants
n=4 Participants
81 Participants
n=21 Participants
Insurance: Self-pay
No
70 Participants
n=5 Participants
65 Participants
n=7 Participants
68 Participants
n=5 Participants
76 Participants
n=4 Participants
279 Participants
n=21 Participants
Insurance: Self-pay
Yes
2 Participants
n=5 Participants
1 Participants
n=7 Participants
1 Participants
n=5 Participants
2 Participants
n=4 Participants
6 Participants
n=21 Participants
Insurance: Other
No
57 Participants
n=5 Participants
55 Participants
n=7 Participants
59 Participants
n=5 Participants
60 Participants
n=4 Participants
231 Participants
n=21 Participants
Insurance: Other
Yes
15 Participants
n=5 Participants
11 Participants
n=7 Participants
10 Participants
n=5 Participants
18 Participants
n=4 Participants
54 Participants
n=21 Participants
Body Mass Index
30.2 kg/m^2
STANDARD_DEVIATION 6.5 • n=5 Participants
28.2 kg/m^2
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.3 • n=7 Participants
28.8 kg/m^2
STANDARD_DEVIATION 4.9 • n=5 Participants
28.3 kg/m^2
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.2 • n=4 Participants
28.9 kg/m^2
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.5 • n=21 Participants
Current Smoker
No
64 Participants
n=5 Participants
61 Participants
n=7 Participants
64 Participants
n=5 Participants
73 Participants
n=4 Participants
262 Participants
n=21 Participants
Current Smoker
Yes
8 Participants
n=5 Participants
5 Participants
n=7 Participants
5 Participants
n=5 Participants
5 Participants
n=4 Participants
23 Participants
n=21 Participants
Diabetes
Unknown
4 Participants
n=5 Participants
2 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
1 Participants
n=4 Participants
7 Participants
n=21 Participants
Diabetes
No
59 Participants
n=5 Participants
59 Participants
n=7 Participants
58 Participants
n=5 Participants
72 Participants
n=4 Participants
248 Participants
n=21 Participants
Diabetes
Yes
9 Participants
n=5 Participants
5 Participants
n=7 Participants
11 Participants
n=5 Participants
5 Participants
n=4 Participants
30 Participants
n=21 Participants
Connective tissue disease
Unknown
1 Participants
n=5 Participants
1 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
3 Participants
n=4 Participants
5 Participants
n=21 Participants
Connective tissue disease
No
70 Participants
n=5 Participants
65 Participants
n=7 Participants
68 Participants
n=5 Participants
72 Participants
n=4 Participants
275 Participants
n=21 Participants
Connective tissue disease
Yes
1 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
1 Participants
n=5 Participants
3 Participants
n=4 Participants
5 Participants
n=21 Participants
Number of Vaginal Deliveries
3 Deliveries
n=5 Participants
2 Deliveries
n=7 Participants
3 Deliveries
n=5 Participants
3 Deliveries
n=4 Participants
3 Deliveries
n=21 Participants
Number of Cesarean Deliveries
0 Deliveries
n=5 Participants
0 Deliveries
n=7 Participants
0 Deliveries
n=5 Participants
0 Deliveries
n=4 Participants
0 Deliveries
n=21 Participants
Estrogen Use: Oral or patch
No
63 Participants
n=5 Participants
56 Participants
n=7 Participants
60 Participants
n=5 Participants
70 Participants
n=4 Participants
249 Participants
n=21 Participants
Estrogen Use: Oral or patch
Yes
9 Participants
n=5 Participants
10 Participants
n=7 Participants
9 Participants
n=5 Participants
8 Participants
n=4 Participants
36 Participants
n=21 Participants
Estrogen Use: Vaginal cream or tablets
No
59 Participants
n=5 Participants
50 Participants
n=7 Participants
49 Participants
n=5 Participants
60 Participants
n=4 Participants
218 Participants
n=21 Participants
Estrogen Use: Vaginal cream or tablets
Yes
13 Participants
n=5 Participants
16 Participants
n=7 Participants
20 Participants
n=5 Participants
18 Participants
n=4 Participants
67 Participants
n=21 Participants
Menstrual Status
Not sure
5 Participants
n=5 Participants
4 Participants
n=7 Participants
3 Participants
n=5 Participants
3 Participants
n=4 Participants
15 Participants
n=21 Participants
Menstrual Status
Postmenopausal
42 Participants
n=5 Participants
48 Participants
n=7 Participants
49 Participants
n=5 Participants
49 Participants
n=4 Participants
188 Participants
n=21 Participants
Menstrual Status
premenopausal
25 Participants
n=5 Participants
14 Participants
n=7 Participants
17 Participants
n=5 Participants
26 Participants
n=4 Participants
82 Participants
n=21 Participants
Hysterectomy
No
58 Participants
n=5 Participants
42 Participants
n=7 Participants
52 Participants
n=5 Participants
59 Participants
n=4 Participants
211 Participants
n=21 Participants
Hysterectomy
Yes
14 Participants
n=5 Participants
24 Participants
n=7 Participants
17 Participants
n=5 Participants
19 Participants
n=4 Participants
74 Participants
n=21 Participants
Prior SUI Surgery
No
71 Participants
n=5 Participants
62 Participants
n=7 Participants
67 Participants
n=5 Participants
75 Participants
n=4 Participants
275 Participants
n=21 Participants
Prior SUI Surgery
Yes
1 Participants
n=5 Participants
4 Participants
n=7 Participants
2 Participants
n=5 Participants
3 Participants
n=4 Participants
10 Participants
n=21 Participants
Prior POP Surgery
No
68 Participants
n=5 Participants
58 Participants
n=7 Participants
67 Participants
n=5 Participants
74 Participants
n=4 Participants
267 Participants
n=21 Participants
Prior POP Surgery
Yes
4 Participants
n=5 Participants
8 Participants
n=7 Participants
2 Participants
n=5 Participants
4 Participants
n=4 Participants
18 Participants
n=21 Participants
Pelvic Organ Prolapse-Q stage
2
27 Participants
n=5 Participants
23 Participants
n=7 Participants
26 Participants
n=5 Participants
31 Participants
n=4 Participants
107 Participants
n=21 Participants
Pelvic Organ Prolapse-Q stage
3
43 Participants
n=5 Participants
37 Participants
n=7 Participants
41 Participants
n=5 Participants
45 Participants
n=4 Participants
166 Participants
n=21 Participants
Pelvic Organ Prolapse-Q stage
4
2 Participants
n=5 Participants
6 Participants
n=7 Participants
2 Participants
n=5 Participants
2 Participants
n=4 Participants
12 Participants
n=21 Participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: 6 months and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

Surgical failure was defined as Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification (POP-Q) point C descended more than one-third of total vaginal length; POPQ points Aa, Ba, Ap, or Bp were beyond the hymen; bothersome vaginal bulge symptoms were reported by the participant; or the participant received retreatment. The apex is point C (cervix), and posteriorly is point D (pouch of Douglas). In women after hysterectomy, point C is the vaginal cuff and point D is omitted. This outcome measure is cumulatively across the original OPTIMAL trial and continued through the E-OPTIMAL follow-up with non-failures tracked either until failure or until study completion/dropping out of the study (lost to follow-up, withdrawal, etc.)

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=90 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=87 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=87 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=92 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Surgical Failure
0.5 years · Failure
17 Participants
22 Participants
20 Participants
14 Participants
Surgical Failure
0.5 years · Non-failure
73 Participants
65 Participants
66 Participants
77 Participants
Surgical Failure
1 years · Failure
28 Participants
35 Participants
30 Participants
29 Participants
Surgical Failure
1 years · Non-failure
58 Participants
51 Participants
56 Participants
62 Participants
Surgical Failure
2 years · Failure
31 Participants
45 Participants
39 Participants
37 Participants
Surgical Failure
2 years · Non-failure
51 Participants
39 Participants
44 Participants
52 Participants
Surgical Failure
3 years · Failure
37 Participants
52 Participants
46 Participants
41 Participants
Surgical Failure
3 years · Non-failure
39 Participants
26 Participants
31 Participants
40 Participants
Surgical Failure
4 years · Failure
41 Participants
55 Participants
49 Participants
43 Participants
Surgical Failure
4 years · Non-failure
30 Participants
22 Participants
26 Participants
32 Participants
Surgical Failure
5 years · Failure
47 Participants
57 Participants
49 Participants
45 Participants
Surgical Failure
5 years · Non-failure
22 Participants
20 Participants
26 Participants
25 Participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: At 24 Months post OPTIMAL Treatment

Population: The objective of the Outcome Measure was to compare retention rates for the "Enrollment video arm" and "No video arm", and the OPTIMAL treatment received was not relevant to this analysis

Eligible OPTIMAL participants were to receive a video (or no video) about the importance of follow-up in clinical trials. The outcome is measured as the number of OPTIMAL participants that consented to participate in E-OPTIMAL.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=153 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=151 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Recruitment Into E-OPTIMAL
Consented to E-OPTIMAL
142 Participants
143 Participants
Recruitment Into E-OPTIMAL
Did not Consent to E-OPTIMAL
11 Participants
8 Participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: 3, 4, and 5 Years Post OPTIMAL Treatment

Population: The objective of the Outcome Measure was to compare retention rates after consent into E-OPTIMAL for the "Enrollment video arm" and "No video arm", and the OPTIMAL treatment received was not relevant to this analysis

Retention is defined as those participants who consented to participate in E-OPTIMAL that remained in the E-OPTIMAL study (i.e. completed follow-up visits and were not otherwise dropped from the study).

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=142 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=143 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Retention in E-OPTIMAL
3-Year Follow-up · Retained
139 Participants
135 Participants
Retention in E-OPTIMAL
3-Year Follow-up · Not Retained
3 Participants
8 Participants
Retention in E-OPTIMAL
4-Year Follow-up · Retained
131 Participants
124 Participants
Retention in E-OPTIMAL
4-Year Follow-up · Not Retained
11 Participants
19 Participants
Retention in E-OPTIMAL
5-Year Follow-up · Retained
124 Participants
120 Participants
Retention in E-OPTIMAL
5-Year Follow-up · Not Retained
18 Participants
23 Participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 6 months and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

Anatomic failure was defined as POPQ system point C descended more than one-third of total vaginal length; POPQ points Aa, Ba, Ap, or Bp were beyond the hymen; or the participant received retreatment during follow-up. This outcome measure is cumulative across the original OPTIMAL trial and continued through the E-OPTIMAL follow-up with non-failures tracked either until failure or until study completion/dropping out of the study (lost to follow-up, withdrawal, etc.)

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=90 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=86 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=86 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=92 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Anatomic Failure
5 years · Non-failure
28 Participants
26 Participants
34 Participants
31 Participants
Anatomic Failure
0.5 years · Failure
10 Participants
12 Participants
13 Participants
11 Participants
Anatomic Failure
0.5 years · Non-failure
80 Participants
74 Participants
72 Participants
80 Participants
Anatomic Failure
1 years · Failure
18 Participants
23 Participants
19 Participants
25 Participants
Anatomic Failure
1 years · Non-failure
67 Participants
61 Participants
65 Participants
66 Participants
Anatomic Failure
2 years · Failure
23 Participants
31 Participants
25 Participants
29 Participants
Anatomic Failure
2 years · Non-failure
59 Participants
50 Participants
55 Participants
58 Participants
Anatomic Failure
3 years · Failure
29 Participants
37 Participants
31 Participants
31 Participants
Anatomic Failure
3 years · Non-failure
46 Participants
33 Participants
40 Participants
47 Participants
Anatomic Failure
4 years · Failure
33 Participants
40 Participants
32 Participants
33 Participants
Anatomic Failure
4 years · Non-failure
36 Participants
29 Participants
36 Participants
38 Participants
Anatomic Failure
5 years · Failure
38 Participants
42 Participants
33 Participants
35 Participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 6 months and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

Bothersome bulge symptoms were reported by the participant in response to the questions, 'Do you usually have a sensation of bulging or protrusion from the vaginal area?' or 'Do you usually have a bulge or something falling out that you can see or feel in the vaginal area?' on the Pelvic Floor Disorders Inventory. An answer of "Yes" to either question indicates a failure while an answer to "No" for both questions indicates a non-failure.This outcome measure is cumulative across the original OPTIMAL trial and continued through the E-OPTIMAL follow-up with non-failures tracked either until failure or until study completion/dropping out of the study (lost to follow-up, withdrawal, etc.)

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=90 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=88 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=87 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=94 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Bothersome Bulge Symptoms
0.5 years · Failure
10 Participants
12 Participants
8 Participants
5 Participants
Bothersome Bulge Symptoms
1 years · Failure
21 Participants
19 Participants
15 Participants
9 Participants
Bothersome Bulge Symptoms
0.5 years · Non-failure
80 Participants
73 Participants
76 Participants
88 Participants
Bothersome Bulge Symptoms
1 years · Non-failure
68 Participants
64 Participants
67 Participants
81 Participants
Bothersome Bulge Symptoms
2 years · Failure
24 Participants
27 Participants
21 Participants
17 Participants
Bothersome Bulge Symptoms
2 years · Non-failure
61 Participants
56 Participants
58 Participants
69 Participants
Bothersome Bulge Symptoms
3 years · Failure
27 Participants
29 Participants
28 Participants
20 Participants
Bothersome Bulge Symptoms
3 years · Non-failure
47 Participants
45 Participants
43 Participants
55 Participants
Bothersome Bulge Symptoms
4 years · Failure
27 Participants
32 Participants
31 Participants
22 Participants
Bothersome Bulge Symptoms
4 years · Non-failure
45 Participants
40 Participants
39 Participants
46 Participants
Bothersome Bulge Symptoms
5 years · Failure
30 Participants
34 Participants
33 Participants
23 Participants
Bothersome Bulge Symptoms
5 years · Non-failure
36 Participants
34 Participants
35 Participants
42 Participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 6 months and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

Retreatment is defined as any additional POP surgery or the use of pessary. This outcome measure is cumulative across the original OPTIMAL trial and continued through the E-OPTIMAL follow-up with non-retreatments tracked either until retreatment or until study completion/dropping out of the study (lost to follow-up, withdrawal, etc.)

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=93 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=86 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=86 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=93 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Retreatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
0.5 years · Retreated
1 Participants
0 Participants
1 Participants
0 Participants
Retreatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
0.5 years · Not retreated
90 Participants
86 Participants
82 Participants
92 Participants
Retreatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
1 years · Retreated
2 Participants
3 Participants
2 Participants
2 Participants
Retreatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
1 years · Not retreated
83 Participants
82 Participants
79 Participants
87 Participants
Retreatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
2 years · Retreated
5 Participants
3 Participants
6 Participants
2 Participants
Retreatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
2 years · Not retreated
76 Participants
77 Participants
73 Participants
85 Participants
Retreatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
3 years · Retreated
7 Participants
3 Participants
10 Participants
2 Participants
Retreatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
3 years · Not retreated
61 Participants
59 Participants
55 Participants
68 Participants
Retreatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
4 years · Retreated
7 Participants
4 Participants
10 Participants
5 Participants
Retreatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
4 years · Not retreated
52 Participants
51 Participants
52 Participants
52 Participants
Retreatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
5 years · Retreated
8 Participants
4 Participants
10 Participants
6 Participants
Retreatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
5 years · Not retreated
52 Participants
50 Participants
51 Participants
53 Participants

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: An analysis which included all participants that completed the primary OPTIMAL trial though 2 years and who were consented to extended follow-up through 5 years.

Cumulative number of participants with granulation tissue. Granulation tissue was reported on the adverse event log.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=72 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=66 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=69 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=78 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Number of Participants With Granulation Tissue
2 years · Yes
14 Participants
6 Participants
17 Participants
15 Participants
Number of Participants With Granulation Tissue
2 years · No
58 Participants
60 Participants
52 Participants
63 Participants
Number of Participants With Granulation Tissue
3 years · No
54 Participants
54 Participants
48 Participants
56 Participants
Number of Participants With Granulation Tissue
3 years · Yes
14 Participants
6 Participants
17 Participants
15 Participants
Number of Participants With Granulation Tissue
4 years · No
49 Participants
49 Participants
43 Participants
50 Participants
Number of Participants With Granulation Tissue
4 years · Yes
14 Participants
6 Participants
18 Participants
16 Participants
Number of Participants With Granulation Tissue
5 years · No
43 Participants
48 Participants
41 Participants
45 Participants
Number of Participants With Granulation Tissue
5 years · Yes
15 Participants
6 Participants
19 Participants
16 Participants

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: An analysis which included all participants that completed the primary OPTIMAL trial though 2 years and who were consented to extended follow-up through 5 years.

Cumulative number of participants with suture exposure. Suture exposure was reported on the adverse event log.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=72 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=66 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=69 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=78 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Number of Participants With Suture Exposure
2 years · No
57 Participants
55 Participants
60 Participants
60 Participants
Number of Participants With Suture Exposure
2 years · Yes
15 Participants
11 Participants
9 Participants
18 Participants
Number of Participants With Suture Exposure
3 years · No
53 Participants
50 Participants
57 Participants
52 Participants
Number of Participants With Suture Exposure
3 years · Yes
16 Participants
11 Participants
9 Participants
19 Participants
Number of Participants With Suture Exposure
4 years · No
49 Participants
44 Participants
51 Participants
46 Participants
Number of Participants With Suture Exposure
4 years · Yes
17 Participants
12 Participants
10 Participants
20 Participants
Number of Participants With Suture Exposure
5 years · No
42 Participants
42 Participants
49 Participants
40 Participants
Number of Participants With Suture Exposure
5 years · Yes
17 Participants
12 Participants
11 Participants
20 Participants

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: An analysis which included all participants that completed the primary OPTIMAL trial though 2 years and who were consented to extended follow-up through 5 years.

Cumulative number of participants with mesh erosion or exposure. Mesh erosion and exposure was reported on the adverse event log.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=72 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=66 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=69 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=78 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Number of Participants With Midurethral Sling Erosion or Exposure
2 years · No
70 Participants
66 Participants
68 Participants
78 Participants
Number of Participants With Midurethral Sling Erosion or Exposure
2 years · Yes
1 Participants
0 Participants
1 Participants
0 Participants
Number of Participants With Midurethral Sling Erosion or Exposure
3 years · No
65 Participants
59 Participants
63 Participants
70 Participants
Number of Participants With Midurethral Sling Erosion or Exposure
3 years · Yes
2 Participants
1 Participants
1 Participants
0 Participants
Number of Participants With Midurethral Sling Erosion or Exposure
4 years · No
60 Participants
53 Participants
58 Participants
63 Participants
Number of Participants With Midurethral Sling Erosion or Exposure
4 years · Yes
3 Participants
1 Participants
1 Participants
0 Participants
Number of Participants With Midurethral Sling Erosion or Exposure
5 years · No
53 Participants
51 Participants
54 Participants
57 Participants
Number of Participants With Midurethral Sling Erosion or Exposure
5 years · Yes
3 Participants
1 Participants
2 Participants
0 Participants

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: An analysis which included all participants that completed the primary OPTIMAL trial though 2 years and who were consented to extended follow-up through 5 years.

Cumulative number of participants with pelvic organ prolapse. Pelvic organ prolapse was reported on the adverse event log.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=72 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=66 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=69 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=78 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Number of Participants With Pelvic Organ Prolapse Surgery
4 years · No
55 Participants
51 Participants
55 Participants
53 Participants
Number of Participants With Pelvic Organ Prolapse Surgery
4 years · Yes
1 Participants
3 Participants
5 Participants
4 Participants
Number of Participants With Pelvic Organ Prolapse Surgery
2 years · No
72 Participants
64 Participants
67 Participants
76 Participants
Number of Participants With Pelvic Organ Prolapse Surgery
2 years · Yes
0 Participants
2 Participants
2 Participants
2 Participants
Number of Participants With Pelvic Organ Prolapse Surgery
3 years · No
64 Participants
59 Participants
58 Participants
68 Participants
Number of Participants With Pelvic Organ Prolapse Surgery
3 years · Yes
1 Participants
2 Participants
5 Participants
2 Participants
Number of Participants With Pelvic Organ Prolapse Surgery
5 years · No
55 Participants
50 Participants
54 Participants
54 Participants
Number of Participants With Pelvic Organ Prolapse Surgery
5 years · Yes
2 Participants
3 Participants
5 Participants
5 Participants

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

The Patient Global Impression of Improvement (PGI-I) is a patient-reported measure of perceived improvement with treatment, as assessed on a scale of 1 (very much better) to 7 (very much worse).This outcome measure is shows results from the original OPTIMAL trial as well as results from the E-OPTIMAL trial (for those that consented to the extended follow-up)

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=72 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=66 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=69 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=78 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
PGI-I
0.5 years · A little better
12 Participants
11 Participants
10 Participants
12 Participants
PGI-I
0.5 years · A little worse
5 Participants
2 Participants
5 Participants
5 Participants
PGI-I
0.5 years · Much better
23 Participants
22 Participants
17 Participants
20 Participants
PGI-I
0.5 years · Much worse
1 Participants
1 Participants
1 Participants
1 Participants
PGI-I
0.5 years · No change
2 Participants
1 Participants
2 Participants
3 Participants
PGI-I
0.5 years · Very much better
26 Participants
26 Participants
29 Participants
31 Participants
PGI-I
0.5 years · Very much worse
0 Participants
1 Participants
1 Participants
2 Participants
PGI-I
1 years · A little better
13 Participants
10 Participants
6 Participants
6 Participants
PGI-I
1 years · A little worse
4 Participants
1 Participants
2 Participants
6 Participants
PGI-I
1 years · Much better
22 Participants
24 Participants
18 Participants
28 Participants
PGI-I
1 years · Much worse
0 Participants
0 Participants
1 Participants
0 Participants
PGI-I
1 years · No change
4 Participants
2 Participants
5 Participants
4 Participants
PGI-I
1 years · Very much better
26 Participants
25 Participants
30 Participants
27 Participants
PGI-I
1 years · Very much worse
1 Participants
0 Participants
2 Participants
1 Participants
PGI-I
2 years · A little better
14 Participants
14 Participants
9 Participants
13 Participants
PGI-I
2 years · A little worse
3 Participants
5 Participants
6 Participants
3 Participants
PGI-I
2 years · Much better
20 Participants
20 Participants
20 Participants
25 Participants
PGI-I
2 years · Much worse
3 Participants
0 Participants
0 Participants
1 Participants
PGI-I
2 years · No change
4 Participants
1 Participants
3 Participants
4 Participants
PGI-I
2 years · Very much better
21 Participants
21 Participants
25 Participants
23 Participants
PGI-I
2 years · Very much worse
1 Participants
0 Participants
2 Participants
1 Participants
PGI-I
3 years · A little better
5 Participants
19 Participants
10 Participants
13 Participants
PGI-I
3 years · A little worse
7 Participants
3 Participants
5 Participants
6 Participants
PGI-I
3 years · Much better
18 Participants
24 Participants
17 Participants
23 Participants
PGI-I
3 years · Much worse
6 Participants
2 Participants
0 Participants
3 Participants
PGI-I
3 years · No change
5 Participants
2 Participants
4 Participants
1 Participants
PGI-I
3 years · Very much better
23 Participants
10 Participants
21 Participants
21 Participants
PGI-I
3 years · Very much worse
0 Participants
0 Participants
3 Participants
1 Participants
PGI-I
4 years · A little better
9 Participants
14 Participants
7 Participants
16 Participants
PGI-I
4 years · A little worse
4 Participants
6 Participants
1 Participants
2 Participants
PGI-I
4 years · Much better
21 Participants
19 Participants
14 Participants
19 Participants
PGI-I
4 years · Much worse
4 Participants
1 Participants
4 Participants
1 Participants
PGI-I
4 years · No change
3 Participants
2 Participants
4 Participants
2 Participants
PGI-I
4 years · Very much better
13 Participants
12 Participants
19 Participants
19 Participants
PGI-I
4 years · Very much worse
2 Participants
0 Participants
3 Participants
1 Participants
PGI-I
5 years · A little better
13 Participants
16 Participants
13 Participants
11 Participants
PGI-I
5 years · A little worse
2 Participants
4 Participants
4 Participants
5 Participants
PGI-I
5 years · Much better
17 Participants
19 Participants
12 Participants
21 Participants
PGI-I
5 years · Much worse
4 Participants
0 Participants
6 Participants
2 Participants
PGI-I
5 years · No change
4 Participants
5 Participants
3 Participants
3 Participants
PGI-I
5 years · Very much better
12 Participants
11 Participants
18 Participants
15 Participants
PGI-I
5 years · Very much worse
2 Participants
0 Participants
1 Participants
2 Participants

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

The Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire measuring the impact of bladder, bowel, and vaginal symptoms on a woman's daily activities, relationships and emotions is composed of 3 scales: the Urinary Impact Questionnaire (UIQ; 4 subscales, range 0-400), the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Impact Questionnaire (POPIQ; 4 subscales, range 0-400), and the Colorectal-Anal Impact Questionnaire (CRAIQ; 4 subscales, range 0-400). Scores are calculated by multiplying the mean value of all answered questions for a subscale by 100 divided by 3. The subscales are then added together. The range of responses is: 0-400 with 0 (least negative impact) to 400 (most negative impact). Change = (Year \[0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5\] Score - Baseline Score). Lower scores indicate better function / fewer symptoms.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=66 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=60 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=62 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=74 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Change From Baseline CRAIQ Score
3 years
-54.6 units on a scale
Interval -81.7 to -27.5
-20.9 units on a scale
Interval -38.2 to -3.5
-12.9 units on a scale
Interval -39.3 to 13.5
-36.1 units on a scale
Interval -56.7 to -15.6
Change From Baseline CRAIQ Score
0.5 years
-71.3 units on a scale
Interval -95.5 to -47.1
-45.5 units on a scale
Interval -65.8 to -25.2
-35 units on a scale
Interval -55.6 to -14.4
-66.8 units on a scale
Interval -89.3 to -44.3
Change From Baseline CRAIQ Score
1 years
-73.3 units on a scale
Interval -98.3 to -48.3
-43.4 units on a scale
Interval -63.1 to -23.7
-37.6 units on a scale
Interval -63.5 to -11.7
-60.5 units on a scale
Interval -83.4 to -37.6
Change From Baseline CRAIQ Score
2 years
-47.5 units on a scale
Interval -77.7 to -17.3
-25.1 units on a scale
Interval -49.0 to -1.2
-19.2 units on a scale
Interval -45.8 to 7.4
-38.9 units on a scale
Interval -57.7 to -20.1
Change From Baseline CRAIQ Score
4 years
-40 units on a scale
Interval -71.7 to -8.2
-16.6 units on a scale
Interval -42.4 to 9.2
-8.5 units on a scale
Interval -39.7 to 22.7
-39.1 units on a scale
Interval -61.1 to -17.0
Change From Baseline CRAIQ Score
5 years
-35.7 units on a scale
Interval -62.9 to -8.5
-14.8 units on a scale
Interval -39.2 to 9.7
7.4 units on a scale
Interval -21.8 to 36.5
-22.7 units on a scale
Interval -51.0 to 5.7

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

The Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire measuring the impact of bladder, bowel, and vaginal symptoms on a woman's daily activities, relationships and emotions is composed of 3 scales: the Urinary Impact Questionnaire (UIQ; 4 subscales, range 0-400), the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Impact Questionnaire (POPIQ; 4 subscales, range 0-400), and the Colorectal-Anal Impact Questionnaire (CRAIQ; 4 subscales, range 0-400). Scores are calculated by multiplying the mean value of all answered questions for a subscale by 100 divided by 3. The subscales are then added together. The range of responses is: 0-400 with 0 (least negative impact) to 400 (most negative impact). Change = (Year \[0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5\] Score - Baseline Score). Lower scores indicate better function / fewer symptoms.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=66 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=60 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=62 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=74 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Change From Baseline POPIQ Score
2 years
-68.9 units on a scale
Interval -102.5 to -35.3
-56.6 units on a scale
Interval -77.9 to -35.3
-42.8 units on a scale
Interval -71.1 to -14.4
-79.3 units on a scale
Interval -101.4 to -57.2
Change From Baseline POPIQ Score
5 years
-72.1 units on a scale
Interval -103.2 to -41.1
-50.3 units on a scale
Interval -71.8 to -28.8
-16.8 units on a scale
Interval -43.7 to 10.2
-71.9 units on a scale
Interval -98.2 to -45.5
Change From Baseline POPIQ Score
0.5 years
-95 units on a scale
Interval -123.3 to -66.7
-61.3 units on a scale
Interval -85.6 to -37.0
-55.2 units on a scale
Interval -79.5 to -30.9
-98.6 units on a scale
Interval -122.9 to -74.4
Change From Baseline POPIQ Score
1 years
-100.2 units on a scale
Interval -130.5 to -70.0
-68.8 units on a scale
Interval -91.0 to -46.6
-58.9 units on a scale
Interval -86.0 to -31.8
-95.9 units on a scale
Interval -122.1 to -69.7
Change From Baseline POPIQ Score
3 years
-82.6 units on a scale
Interval -112.0 to -53.2
-48.7 units on a scale
Interval -66.6 to -30.8
-29.3 units on a scale
Interval -57.3 to -1.3
-76.9 units on a scale
Interval -99.2 to -54.6
Change From Baseline POPIQ Score
4 years
-84.5 units on a scale
Interval -121.8 to -47.2
-42.3 units on a scale
Interval -64.1 to -20.6
-32.9 units on a scale
Interval -61.7 to -4.1
-73 units on a scale
Interval -98.6 to -47.5

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

The Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire measuring the impact of bladder, bowel, and vaginal symptoms on a woman's daily activities, relationships and emotions is composed of 3 scales: the Urinary Impact Questionnaire (UIQ; 4 subscales, range 0-400), the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Impact Questionnaire (POPIQ; 4 subscales, range 0-400), and the Colorectal-Anal Impact Questionnaire (CRAIQ; 4 subscales, range 0-400). Scores are calculated by multiplying the mean value of all answered questions for a subscale by 100 divided by 3. The subscales are then added together. The range of responses is: 0-400 with 0 (least negative impact) to 400 (most negative impact). Change = (Year \[0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5\] Score - Baseline Score). Lower scores indicate better function / fewer symptoms.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=66 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=60 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=62 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=74 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Change From Baseline UIQ Score
2 years
-90.3 units on a scale
Interval -122.8 to -57.8
-80.4 units on a scale
Interval -102.1 to -58.6
-67.7 units on a scale
Interval -95.7 to -39.8
-99.1 units on a scale
Interval -121.4 to -76.8
Change From Baseline UIQ Score
3 years
-94.3 units on a scale
Interval -120.7 to -67.9
-69.1 units on a scale
Interval -87.6 to -50.7
-59 units on a scale
Interval -84.0 to -34.0
-92.3 units on a scale
Interval -116.4 to -68.2
Change From Baseline UIQ Score
0.5 years
-107.7 units on a scale
Interval -133.9 to -81.6
-85.4 units on a scale
Interval -108.7 to -62.1
-77.3 units on a scale
Interval -102.1 to -52.4
-116.4 units on a scale
Interval -138.6 to -94.2
Change From Baseline UIQ Score
1 years
-116.3 units on a scale
Interval -143.3 to -89.3
-92 units on a scale
Interval -113.0 to -71.0
-84.3 units on a scale
Interval -110.2 to -58.3
-121.8 units on a scale
Interval -146.2 to -97.4
Change From Baseline UIQ Score
4 years
-89.5 units on a scale
Interval -124.7 to -54.3
-68.3 units on a scale
Interval -89.8 to -46.7
-59.2 units on a scale
Interval -87.0 to -31.3
-90.3 units on a scale
Interval -117.2 to -63.4
Change From Baseline UIQ Score
5 years
-75.9 units on a scale
Interval -106.0 to -45.7
-72.1 units on a scale
Interval -95.2 to -49.0
-47.8 units on a scale
Interval -74.0 to -21.7
-84.8 units on a scale
Interval -113.0 to -56.6

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

The Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory is a validated, self-reported instrument used to evaluate pelvic floor symptoms. It consists of 3 scales: 1. Pelvic Organ Prolapse Distress Inventory (with 3 subscales), 2. Colorectal Anal Distress Inventory (with 4 subscales), and 3. Urinary Distress Inventory (with 3 subscales). Scores are calculated by multiplying the mean value of all questions answered by 25 for the subscales and then adding the subscales. The range of responses for the CRADI is: 0-400 with 0 (least distress) to 400 (most distress). Change = (Year \[0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5\] Score - Baseline Score). Lower scores indicate better function / fewer symptoms.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=70 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=64 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=64 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=74 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Change From Baseline CRADI Score
0.5 years
-72.3 units on a scale
Interval -88.2 to -56.4
-71.8 units on a scale
Interval -88.7 to -54.8
-69.6 units on a scale
Interval -87.8 to -51.4
-56.3 units on a scale
Interval -73.7 to -38.9
Change From Baseline CRADI Score
1 years
-64.1 units on a scale
Interval -81.0 to -47.2
-67.5 units on a scale
Interval -85.6 to -49.5
-77.7 units on a scale
Interval -95.7 to -59.7
-63.3 units on a scale
Interval -81.3 to -45.4
Change From Baseline CRADI Score
2 years
-46.2 units on a scale
Interval -68.8 to -23.6
-49.1 units on a scale
Interval -70.5 to -27.6
-62 units on a scale
Interval -81.3 to -42.8
-50.4 units on a scale
Interval -68.9 to -31.8
Change From Baseline CRADI Score
3 years
-45.3 units on a scale
Interval -68.4 to -22.2
-53.1 units on a scale
Interval -73.6 to -32.6
-48.7 units on a scale
Interval -69.1 to -28.3
-44.7 units on a scale
Interval -63.4 to -26.1
Change From Baseline CRADI Score
4 years
-35.1 units on a scale
Interval -58.0 to -12.2
-54.1 units on a scale
Interval -75.8 to -32.3
-44.8 units on a scale
Interval -69.6 to -19.9
-48.8 units on a scale
Interval -71.2 to -26.4
Change From Baseline CRADI Score
5 years
-37.4 units on a scale
Interval -61.1 to -13.7
-43.1 units on a scale
Interval -61.0 to -25.2
-39.1 units on a scale
Interval -60.5 to -17.6
-39.8 units on a scale
Interval -58.7 to -20.9

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

The Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory is a validated, self-reported instrument used to evaluate pelvic floor symptoms. It consists of 3 scales: 1. Pelvic Organ Prolapse Distress Inventory (with 3 subscales), 2. Colorectal Anal Distress Inventory (with 4 subscales), and 3. Urinary Distress Inventory (with 3 subscales). Scores are calculated by multiplying the mean value of all questions answered by 25 for the subscales and then adding the subscales. The range of POPDI responses is: 0-300 with 0 (least distress) to 300 (most distress). Change = (Year \[0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5\] Score - Baseline Score). Lower scores indicate better function / fewer symptoms.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=70 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=64 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=64 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=74 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Change From Baseline POPDI Score
0.5 years
-95.1 units on a scale
Interval -108.9 to -81.4
-90.2 units on a scale
Interval -106.3 to -74.1
-92.3 units on a scale
Interval -110.5 to -74.1
-72.6 units on a scale
Interval -88.3 to -57.0
Change From Baseline POPDI Score
1 years
-90.6 units on a scale
Interval -106.0 to -75.2
-96 units on a scale
Interval -112.6 to -79.5
-91.9 units on a scale
Interval -110.7 to -73.1
-81.1 units on a scale
Interval -93.7 to -68.4
Change From Baseline POPDI Score
2 years
-76 units on a scale
Interval -94.5 to -57.5
-79.1 units on a scale
Interval -97.2 to -61.1
-76.9 units on a scale
Interval -96.2 to -57.7
-65.9 units on a scale
Interval -80.5 to -51.2
Change From Baseline POPDI Score
3 years
-69.5 units on a scale
Interval -86.2 to -52.8
-77.7 units on a scale
Interval -93.9 to -61.6
-66.9 units on a scale
Interval -87.3 to -46.5
-61.7 units on a scale
Interval -77.6 to -45.9
Change From Baseline POPDI Score
4 years
-70.7 units on a scale
Interval -87.3 to -54.1
-78.3 units on a scale
Interval -97.8 to -58.8
-65.1 units on a scale
Interval -88.4 to -41.9
-62.8 units on a scale
Interval -79.5 to -46.1
Change From Baseline POPDI Score
5 years
-64.8 units on a scale
Interval -83.7 to -45.9
-75.8 units on a scale
Interval -91.9 to -59.6
-63.7 units on a scale
Interval -82.3 to -45.1
-61.1 units on a scale
Interval -76.6 to -45.5

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

The Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory is a validated, self-reported instrument used to evaluate pelvic floor symptoms. It consists of 3 scales: 1. Pelvic Organ Prolapse Distress Inventory (with 3 subscales), 2. Colorectal Anal Distress Inventory (with 4 subscales), and 3. Urinary Distress Inventory (with 3 subscales). Scores are calculated by multiplying the mean value of all questions answered by 25 for the subscales and then adding the subscales. The range of UDI responses is: 0-300 with 0 (least distress) to 300 (most distress). Change = (Year \[0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5\] Score - Baseline Score). Lower scores indicate better function / fewer symptoms.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=70 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=64 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=64 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=74 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Change From Baseline UDI Score
1 years
-102.9 units on a scale
Interval -118.4 to -87.4
-95.9 units on a scale
Interval -110.9 to -80.8
-94 units on a scale
Interval -110.3 to -77.7
-96.8 units on a scale
Interval -111.3 to -82.3
Change From Baseline UDI Score
0.5 years
-105.7 units on a scale
Interval -119.3 to -92.2
-96 units on a scale
Interval -110.0 to -82.0
-95 units on a scale
Interval -109.9 to -80.2
-88.9 units on a scale
Interval -103.4 to -74.4
Change From Baseline UDI Score
2 years
-90.8 units on a scale
Interval -109.0 to -72.6
-89.1 units on a scale
Interval -104.0 to -74.2
-81.2 units on a scale
Interval -98.6 to -63.9
-81.3 units on a scale
Interval -95.4 to -67.2
Change From Baseline UDI Score
3 years
-84.9 units on a scale
Interval -102.0 to -67.8
-75 units on a scale
Interval -90.3 to -59.7
-70.5 units on a scale
Interval -88.2 to -52.8
-72 units on a scale
Interval -87.6 to -56.5
Change From Baseline UDI Score
4 years
-81.7 units on a scale
Interval -101.9 to -61.6
-76.2 units on a scale
Interval -93.2 to -59.2
-70.8 units on a scale
Interval -89.5 to -52.1
-75.3 units on a scale
Interval -91.2 to -59.5
Change From Baseline UDI Score
5 years
-73.9 units on a scale
Interval -93.3 to -54.6
-77.9 units on a scale
Interval -94.2 to -61.5
-69 units on a scale
Interval -85.4 to -52.7
-74.4 units on a scale
Interval -90.1 to -58.7

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

The Hunskaar Urinary Incontinence assessment measures the severity of a participant's urinary incontinence. Scores range from 1 to 8 with higher score indicating more severe incontinence. Change = (Year \[0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5\] Score - Baseline Score).

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=69 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=64 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=64 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=74 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Change From Baseline Hunskaar Score
0.5 years
-3.6 units on a scale
Interval -4.3 to -2.8
-2.9 units on a scale
Interval -3.9 to -2.0
-3.2 units on a scale
Interval -4.3 to -2.2
-3.5 units on a scale
Interval -4.5 to -2.6
Change From Baseline Hunskaar Score
1 years
-3.6 units on a scale
Interval -4.5 to -2.6
-3.3 units on a scale
Interval -4.2 to -2.4
-3.4 units on a scale
Interval -4.5 to -2.4
-3.2 units on a scale
Interval -4.1 to -2.3
Change From Baseline Hunskaar Score
2 years
-3 units on a scale
Interval -4.1 to -2.0
-3.2 units on a scale
Interval -4.1 to -2.2
-2.8 units on a scale
Interval -3.8 to -1.8
-2.7 units on a scale
Interval -3.7 to -1.8
Change From Baseline Hunskaar Score
3 years
-2.5 units on a scale
Interval -3.5 to -1.5
-2.6 units on a scale
Interval -3.3 to -1.9
-2.5 units on a scale
Interval -3.6 to -1.4
-2.8 units on a scale
Interval -3.8 to -1.9
Change From Baseline Hunskaar Score
4 years
-2.5 units on a scale
Interval -3.4 to -1.6
-2.5 units on a scale
Interval -3.4 to -1.6
-2.4 units on a scale
Interval -3.7 to -1.1
-2.6 units on a scale
Interval -3.6 to -1.6
Change From Baseline Hunskaar Score
5 years
-1.6 units on a scale
Interval -2.8 to -0.4
-2.6 units on a scale
Interval -3.4 to -1.8
-2 units on a scale
Interval -3.2 to -0.7
-2.4 units on a scale
Interval -3.5 to -1.3

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

The health assessment questionnaire Short Form 36 Version (SF-36) determines participants' overall quality of life by assessing 1. limitations in physical functioning due to health problems; 2. limitations in usual role because of physical health problems; 3. bodily pain; 4. general health perceptions; 5. vitality; 6. limitations in social functioning because of physical or emotional problems; 7. limitations in usual role due to emotional problems; and 8. general mental health. Items 1-4 primarily contribute to the physical component summary score (PCS) of the SF-36. Items 5-8 primarily contribute to the mental component summary score (MCS) of the SF-36. Scores on each item are summed and averaged (range = 0 "worst" - 100 "best"). Change = (Year \[0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5\] Score - Baseline Score).

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=72 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=62 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=67 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=76 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Change From Baseline SF-36 Physical Health Score
1 years
8 units on a scale
Interval 5.5 to 10.5
5.6 units on a scale
Interval 2.8 to 8.3
6.6 units on a scale
Interval 3.9 to 9.3
6.8 units on a scale
Interval 4.2 to 9.5
Change From Baseline SF-36 Physical Health Score
3 years
4.3 units on a scale
Interval 1.8 to 6.9
1.1 units on a scale
Interval -1.8 to 4.0
3.5 units on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 6.0
3.1 units on a scale
Interval 0.5 to 5.7
Change From Baseline SF-36 Physical Health Score
5 years
3.2 units on a scale
Interval 0.5 to 5.9
0.9 units on a scale
Interval -2.1 to 3.8
2.5 units on a scale
Interval -0.2 to 5.1
2.7 units on a scale
Interval 0.2 to 5.2
Change From Baseline SF-36 Physical Health Score
0.5 years
7.1 units on a scale
Interval 4.9 to 9.3
4.3 units on a scale
Interval 1.4 to 7.2
5.6 units on a scale
Interval 3.4 to 7.7
7.7 units on a scale
Interval 5.6 to 9.7
Change From Baseline SF-36 Physical Health Score
2 years
7.6 units on a scale
Interval 5.0 to 10.3
5.2 units on a scale
Interval 2.6 to 7.8
4.9 units on a scale
Interval 2.9 to 6.9
6.1 units on a scale
Interval 4.1 to 8.1
Change From Baseline SF-36 Physical Health Score
4 years
4.8 units on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 7.6
0.3 units on a scale
Interval -2.9 to 3.5
2.9 units on a scale
Interval 0.0 to 5.7
2.9 units on a scale
Interval 0.1 to 5.6

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

The health assessment questionnaire Short Form 36 Version (SF-36) determines participants' overall quality of life by assessing 1. limitations in physical functioning due to health problems; 2. limitations in usual role because of physical health problems; 3. bodily pain; 4. general health perceptions; 5. vitality; 6. limitations in social functioning because of physical or emotional problems; 7. limitations in usual role due to emotional problems; and 8. general mental health. Items 1-4 primarily contribute to the physical component summary score (PCS) of the SF-36. Items 5-8 primarily contribute to the mental component summary score (MCS) of the SF-36. Scores on each item are summed and averaged (range = 0 "worst" - 100 "best"). Change = (Year \[0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5\] Score - Baseline Score).

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=72 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=62 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=67 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=76 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Change From Baseline SF-36 Mental Health Score
0.5 years
2.5 units on a scale
Interval 0.0 to 5.0
3.1 units on a scale
Interval 0.5 to 5.8
2.6 units on a scale
Interval 0.1 to 5.2
1.3 units on a scale
Interval -1.6 to 4.2
Change From Baseline SF-36 Mental Health Score
1 years
4.1 units on a scale
Interval 1.5 to 6.7
3.4 units on a scale
Interval 0.9 to 6.0
0.6 units on a scale
Interval -2.4 to 3.6
2.7 units on a scale
Interval -0.6 to 5.9
Change From Baseline SF-36 Mental Health Score
2 years
0.8 units on a scale
Interval -2.0 to 3.7
2 units on a scale
Interval -0.5 to 4.4
3.1 units on a scale
Interval 0.7 to 5.5
1.6 units on a scale
Interval -1.2 to 4.5
Change From Baseline SF-36 Mental Health Score
3 years
3 units on a scale
Interval 0.0 to 6.0
2.4 units on a scale
Interval -0.9 to 5.8
1.6 units on a scale
Interval -1.3 to 4.5
2.3 units on a scale
Interval -0.9 to 5.5
Change From Baseline SF-36 Mental Health Score
4 years
1.4 units on a scale
Interval -1.2 to 4.1
1.7 units on a scale
Interval -1.3 to 4.6
0.5 units on a scale
Interval -2.2 to 3.1
1.2 units on a scale
Interval -2.0 to 4.5
Change From Baseline SF-36 Mental Health Score
5 years
3.1 units on a scale
Interval -0.3 to 6.4
1.8 units on a scale
Interval -2.0 to 5.5
0.8 units on a scale
Interval -1.9 to 3.4
1.2 units on a scale
Interval -2.0 to 4.4

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

The Brink scale considers three pelvic floor muscle contraction variables: vaginal pressure or muscle force, elevation or vertical displacement of the examiner fingers, and duration of contraction. The score ranges from 3 to 12 with higher scores indicating greater PFM function. Change = (Year \[0.5, 2, 3, 4, 5\] Score - Baseline Score).

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=68 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=64 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=68 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=76 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Change From Baseline Brink Score
0.5 years
0.2 units on a scale
Interval -0.3 to 0.8
0 units on a scale
Interval -0.5 to 0.5
0.6 units on a scale
Interval 0.1 to 1.1
0.4 units on a scale
Interval -0.1 to 0.9
Change From Baseline Brink Score
2 years
-0.1 units on a scale
Interval -0.6 to 0.4
0.1 units on a scale
Interval -0.5 to 0.6
0.4 units on a scale
Interval 0.0 to 0.8
0 units on a scale
Interval -0.4 to 0.5
Change From Baseline Brink Score
3 years
0 units on a scale
Interval -0.6 to 0.6
-0.3 units on a scale
Interval -1.0 to 0.4
0.3 units on a scale
Interval -0.2 to 0.8
-0.5 units on a scale
Interval -1.0 to 0.1
Change From Baseline Brink Score
4 years
0.1 units on a scale
Interval -0.5 to 0.8
-0.5 units on a scale
Interval -1.1 to 0.2
0.2 units on a scale
Interval -0.3 to 0.8
-0.5 units on a scale
Interval -1.1 to 0.1
Change From Baseline Brink Score
5 years
0.2 units on a scale
Interval -0.5 to 0.9
-0.6 units on a scale
Interval -1.3 to 0.1
0.4 units on a scale
Interval -0.2 to 1.0
-0.3 units on a scale
Interval -0.9 to 0.3

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

POPQ Point Ba represents the most distal (i.e. most dependent) position of any part of the upper anterior vaginal wall (between the vaginal cuff or anterior vaginal fornix and Point Aa). The range for point Ba is -3 to total vaginal length (TVL). Point Ba coincides with Point Aa (-3 cm) in a woman who has no anterior POP. In a woman with severe POP, Ba coincides with Point C. For Point Ba, better vaginal support is assigned a negative value (ie, if there is no prolapse, point Ba is -3 cm by definition). Vaginal prolapse beyond the hymen, indicating worse vaginal support, is assigned a positive value (this may be equal to the total vaginal length at the maximum).

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=72 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=66 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=69 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=78 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
POP-Q Point Ba
0.5 years
-1.2 cm
Interval -1.5 to -0.9
-1.2 cm
Interval -1.5 to -0.9
-1.4 cm
Interval -1.7 to -1.0
-1.3 cm
Interval -1.6 to -1.0
POP-Q Point Ba
1 years
-0.9 cm
Interval -1.3 to -0.5
-1.2 cm
Interval -1.6 to -0.8
-1 cm
Interval -1.3 to -0.7
-1.2 cm
Interval -1.5 to -0.9
POP-Q Point Ba
2 years
-0.9 cm
Interval -1.2 to -0.5
-0.8 cm
Interval -1.1 to -0.6
-1.1 cm
Interval -1.5 to -0.8
-1.1 cm
Interval -1.4 to -0.8
POP-Q Point Ba
3 years
-1.1 cm
Interval -1.4 to -0.7
-0.7 cm
Interval -1.1 to -0.4
-0.8 cm
Interval -1.2 to -0.4
-1.1 cm
Interval -1.4 to -0.7
POP-Q Point Ba
4 years
-0.8 cm
Interval -1.2 to -0.3
-0.9 cm
Interval -1.3 to -0.6
-0.8 cm
Interval -1.3 to -0.3
-1.1 cm
Interval -1.5 to -0.7
POP-Q Point Ba
5 years
-0.8 cm
Interval -1.2 to -0.3
-1 cm
Interval -1.3 to -0.6
-0.7 cm
Interval -1.2 to -0.2
-0.9 cm
Interval -1.3 to -0.4

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

POP-Q Point Bp represents the most distal position of any part of the upper posterior vaginal wall (between the vaginal cuff or posterior vaginal fornix and Point Ap). It ranges from -3 to total vaginal length (TVL). Negative values indicate vaginal support above the hymen, so the more negative number the closer to normal/perfect support; positive values show prolapse beyond the hymen, so larger positive numbers are worse prolapse.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=72 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=66 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=69 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=78 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
POP-Q Point Bp
0.5 years
-2.3 cm
Interval -2.5 to -2.0
-2.5 cm
Interval -2.7 to -2.3
-2.2 cm
Interval -2.5 to -2.0
-2.2 cm
Interval -2.4 to -1.9
POP-Q Point Bp
1 years
-2.2 cm
Interval -2.4 to -2.0
-2.4 cm
Interval -2.6 to -2.2
-2.2 cm
Interval -2.4 to -2.0
-2.2 cm
Interval -2.5 to -2.0
POP-Q Point Bp
2 years
-2 cm
Interval -2.2 to -1.7
-2.3 cm
Interval -2.5 to -2.1
-2.2 cm
Interval -2.4 to -2.0
-2 cm
Interval -2.3 to -1.8
POP-Q Point Bp
3 years
-2.3 cm
Interval -2.5 to -2.0
-2.4 cm
Interval -2.6 to -2.2
-2.1 cm
Interval -2.3 to -1.9
-2.2 cm
Interval -2.5 to -1.9
POP-Q Point Bp
4 years
-2.2 cm
Interval -2.4 to -1.9
-2.3 cm
Interval -2.5 to -2.1
-2.2 cm
Interval -2.4 to -1.9
-2 cm
Interval -2.3 to -1.7
POP-Q Point Bp
5 years
-2.2 cm
Interval -2.4 to -2.0
-2.3 cm
Interval -2.5 to -2.1
-1.9 cm
Interval -2.4 to -1.4
-1.9 cm
Interval -2.2 to -1.6

OTHER_PRE_SPECIFIED outcome

Timeframe: 6 months, and 1 2, 3, 4, and 5 years

Population: The primary analysis was conducted using an intention-to-treat principle as closely as possible by analyzing all successfully followed up participants in the OPTIMAL treatment group to which they were randomized.

POP-Q Point C is measured in cm relative to the hymen with negative values being proximal to the hymen and positive values distal to the hymen. Point C represents either the most distal edge of the cervix or the leading edge of the vaginal cuff after total hysterectomy. It ranges from -TVL to +TVL. Negative values indicate vaginal support above the hymen, so the more negative number the closer to normal/perfect support; positive values show prolapse beyond the hymen, so larger positive numbers are worse prolapse.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=72 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=66 Participants
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=69 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=78 Participants
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
POP-Q Point C
0.5 years
-7.2 cm
Interval -7.5 to -6.9
-7.3 cm
Interval -7.7 to -7.0
-6.5 cm
Interval -7.3 to -5.7
-7 cm
Interval -7.4 to -6.7
POP-Q Point C
1 years
-7 cm
Interval -7.5 to -6.5
-6.5 cm
Interval -7.2 to -5.8
-6.6 cm
Interval -7.0 to -6.2
-6.8 cm
Interval -7.2 to -6.3
POP-Q Point C
2 years
-6.8 cm
Interval -7.3 to -6.3
-6.6 cm
Interval -6.9 to -6.2
-6.5 cm
Interval -6.9 to -6.0
-6.8 cm
Interval -7.1 to -6.5
POP-Q Point C
3 years
-6.9 cm
Interval -7.2 to -6.5
-6.4 cm
Interval -6.7 to -6.1
-6.3 cm
Interval -6.9 to -5.8
-6.3 cm
Interval -6.6 to -5.9
POP-Q Point C
4 years
-6.3 cm
Interval -6.7 to -5.9
-6.2 cm
Interval -6.5 to -5.8
-6.4 cm
Interval -7.0 to -5.8
-6.6 cm
Interval -7.0 to -6.2
POP-Q Point C
5 years
-6.5 cm
Interval -7.1 to -6.0
-6.4 cm
Interval -6.8 to -6.0
-5.8 cm
Interval -6.5 to -5.1
-6.6 cm
Interval -7.1 to -6.2

Adverse Events

SSLF+BPMT

Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 29 other events
Deaths: 1 deaths

SSLF+USUAL

Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 17 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

ULS+BPMT

Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 27 other events
Deaths: 2 deaths

ULS+USUAL

Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 34 other events
Deaths: 1 deaths

Serious adverse events

Adverse event data not reported

Other adverse events

Other adverse events
Measure
SSLF+BPMT
n=72 participants at risk
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
SSLF+USUAL
n=66 participants at risk
Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+BPMT
n=69 participants at risk
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
ULS+USUAL
n=78 participants at risk
Uterosacral Ligament Suspension plus No Perioperative Behavioral Therapy/Pelvic Muscle Training
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders
Granulation tissue
20.8%
15/72 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
9.1%
6/66 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
27.5%
19/69 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
20.5%
16/78 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Suture exposure
23.6%
17/72 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
18.2%
12/66 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
15.9%
11/69 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
25.6%
20/78 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Midurethral sling erosion and exposure
4.2%
3/72 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
1.5%
1/66 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
2.9%
2/69 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
0.00%
0/78 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
Surgical and medical procedures
Pelvic organ prolapse surgery
2.8%
2/72 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
4.5%
3/66 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
7.2%
5/69 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.
6.4%
5/78 • 2 years through 5 years.
Only specific adverse events were recorded during the extended follow-up of the OPTIMAL trial (E-OPTIMAL). Video/No video randomization arms were only assessed with regard to retention/recruitment rates and were not expected to impact outcomes or adverse events. Adverse Events were only collected with respect to the OPTIMAL treatment received.

Additional Information

Marie Gantz

RTI International

Phone: 919-597-5110

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