NCT07029984

Baylor Continence Scale Validity in Anorectal Malformation

Baylor Continence Scale in Children With Anorectal Malformations: A Turkish Validity and Reliability Study

• Status: Recruiting
• Phase: —
• Study type: Observational
• Enrollment: 230 (estimated)
• Sponsor: Izmir Bakircay University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 6 Years – 18 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

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.

Conditions

• Anorectal Malformations

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	Baylor Continence Scale	This study may be one of the first to test the Turkish adaptation and validity of the scale in Turkish children with anorectal malformations.

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-05-10
• Primary completion: 2026-05-01
• Completion: 2026-06-01
• First posted: 2025-06-19
• Last updated: 2026-02-17

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Turkey (Türkiye)