Knowledge gap: Lack of randomized controlled trials evaluating the efficacy of fractional bipolar radiofrequency therapy compared to a sham treatment for vaginal laxity in premenopausal women. Primary outcomes * Subjective outcomes: The Vaginal Laxity Questionnaire (VLQ) Secondary outcomes * Subjective outcomes * The Thai version of the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) will be administered to evaluate sexual function. * The Thai version of the Female Genital Self-Image Scale (FGSIS) * The International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Vaginal Symptoms (ICIQ-VS), validated in Thai * The Patient Global Impression of Improvement (PGI-I) * Patients will report any side effects or adverse events experienced during the study. * Objective outcomes - Vaginal wall thickness will be assessed using 3D transvaginal ultrasound imaging, following the standardized protocol established in previous studies. PICO: P (Population): Premenopausal women with clinically diagnosed vaginal laxity who are sexually active. I (Intervention): Fractional bipolar radiofrequency therapy (single treatment) C (Comparison): Sham treatment (placebo). O (Outcomes): * Primary Outcome: Improvement in vaginal laxity as assessed by the Vaginal Laxity Questionnaire (VLQ). * Secondary Outcomes: Patient satisfaction with treatment (measured by the Patient Global Impression of Improvement - PGI-I)., Changes in sexual function (assessed using the Thai version of the Female Sexual Function Index - FSFI). Perception of genital self-image (evaluated using the Thai version of the Female Genital Self-Image Scale - FGSIS)., Evaluation of vaginal symptoms (using the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Vaginal Symptoms - ICIQ-VS), Objective assessment of vaginal wall thickness through 3D transvaginal ultrasound, Recording of any side effects or adverse events associated with the treatment. Study Design: A double-blind, randomized controlled trial (RCT) conducted at the Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery clinic in Ramathibodi Hospital.
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The Vaginal Laxity Questionnaire (VLQ)
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 12 weeks