Self-Catheterization Mirror System for Female Patients

NCT ID: NCT05406258

Last Updated: 2025-07-17

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

2 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2022-01-11

Study Completion Date

2022-03-31

Brief Summary

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The purpose of this study is to test a modified mirror system for female patients to use during self-catheterization.

Detailed Description

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Many female patients have difficulties with self-catheterization. Mirrors currently used for this procedure have limited stability and visibility to easily view the urethral opening during catheterization, particularly for individuals with motor impairments. This can be especially frustrating because catheterization is performed frequently throughout the day and may need to occur at home or in public facilities.

The purpose of this study is to test the usability and efficacy of a modified self-catheterization mirror system for female patients. The modified self-catheterization mirror system makes adjustments to a standard, hospital-provided cathing mirror to help female patients with a range of motor abilities catheterize themselves in various postures and settings. Namely, the system offers (1) an alternative way to hold the mirror, by suspending it between the legs rather than attaching it to the toilet, and (2) lights that can be turned on for improved visibility during the self-catheterization process.

Conditions

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Spinal Cord Injury

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

CROSSOVER

Primary Study Purpose

DEVICE_FEASIBILITY

Blinding Strategy

NONE

Study Groups

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Modified Self-Catheterization Mirror

Following training, participants will have a modified mirror for self-catheterization. They will record the mirror used, position, and time for self-catheterization. They will also complete the System Usability Scale for each mirror related to self-operation and user satisfaction.

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Modified Self-Catheterization Mirror

Intervention Type DEVICE

Following training, participants will have a modified mirror for self-catheterization. They will record the mirror used, position, and time for self-catheterization. They will also complete the System Usability Scale for each mirror related to self-operation and user satisfaction.

Standard Self-Catheterization Mirror

Following training, participants will have a standard, hospital-provided mirror for self-catheterization. They will record the mirror used, position, and time for self-catheterization. They will also complete the System Usability Scale for each mirror related to self-operation and user satisfaction.

Group Type ACTIVE_COMPARATOR

Standard Self-Catheterization Mirror

Intervention Type DEVICE

Following training, participants will have a standard, hospital-provided mirror for self-catheterization. They will record the mirror used, position, and time for self-catheterization. They will also complete the System Usability Scale for each mirror related to self-operation and user satisfaction.

Interventions

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Modified Self-Catheterization Mirror

Following training, participants will have a modified mirror for self-catheterization. They will record the mirror used, position, and time for self-catheterization. They will also complete the System Usability Scale for each mirror related to self-operation and user satisfaction.

Intervention Type DEVICE

Standard Self-Catheterization Mirror

Following training, participants will have a standard, hospital-provided mirror for self-catheterization. They will record the mirror used, position, and time for self-catheterization. They will also complete the System Usability Scale for each mirror related to self-operation and user satisfaction.

Intervention Type DEVICE

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Females age 13 or older
* Urinary retention related to spinal cord injury or other medical conditions resulting in need for catheterization
* Individuals with sufficient upper limb function to catheterize independently or with minimal assistance, or as deemed appropriate for the study by the Principle Investigator.

Exclusion Criteria

* Individuals younger than 13 years old
* Individuals with cognitive deficits or visual impairments that may impact safe use of the devices used
* Severe Range of Motion restrictions of the upper and/or lower extremities
* Pregnant
Minimum Eligible Age

13 Years

Eligible Sex

FEMALE

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sponsors

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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Megan O'Brien

Principal Investigator

Responsibility Role PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Site Status

Countries

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United States

Provided Documents

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Document Type: Study Protocol

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Document Type: Informed Consent Form

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Other Identifiers

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STU00215439

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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