Cross-cultural Adaptation of the Chinese Version of QoLAF-Q (Quality of Life in Patients With Ana… (NCT06962228) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Cross-cultural Adaptation of the Chinese Version of QoLAF-Q (Quality of Life in Patients With Anal Fistula Questionnaire) ：A Multi-center Study
150 participantsStarted 2025-05-01
Plain-language summary
The investigators verify the reliability and practicality of the Chinese adaptation results of QoLAF-Q, which helps Chinese doctors better master the methods and techniques of quality of life assessment.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 80 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion criteria
. meeting the diagnostic criteria for anal fistula in the "Diagnostic Criteria for Anal Fistula (2004 Edition)", and being diagnosed through clinical examinations, digital rectal examinations, anorectal ultrasound, MRI, and other examinations;
. being 18 years old or above;
. having clear consciousness and being able to understand and cooperate to complete the questionnaire survey;
. voluntarily signing the informed consent form.
Exclusion criteria
. having other serious anorectal diseases, such as anal fissure, rectal prolapse, colorectal cancer, etc.;
. having severe dysfunction of important organs such as the heart, liver, and kidneys;
. suffering from mental diseases or having cognitive impairments;
. having undergone anorectal surgery or other major surgeries that may affect the quality of life recently (within 3 months).
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Cronbach's α coefficient
Timeframe: immediately after filling out the questionnaires