Baylor Continence Scale Validity in Anorectal Malformation

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.

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Key information

Conditions

Anorectal Malformations Congenital Abnormalities Congenital, Hereditary, and Neonatal Diseases and Abnormalities Digestive System Abnormalities Digestive System Diseases

Age range

6 year–18 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Ege University Department of Pediatric Surgery and Bakırçay University Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Application and Research Center

Izmir, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location status: Recruiting

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Having undergone surgery due to anorectal malformation
Being between 6 and 18 years old
The child and caregiver are required to know Turkish

Exclusion criteria

The child and caregiver having comprehension, hearing, or vision problems

Treatment and study plan

Baylor Continence Scale

Other

This study may be one of the first to test the Turkish adaptation and validity of the scale in Turkish children with anorectal malformations.

Primary outcomes

Validity and Reliability Analyses

Time frame: Average 6 to 12 month

In this study, validity and reliability analyses will be conducted as part of the Turkish adaptation of the Baylor Continence Scale.

Study contacts

Contact information is provided by the study sponsor or research team.

Ayşe Kayalı Vatansever, Assistant Professor, PhD

CONTACT

[email protected]

+905529382360

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Izmir Bakircay University

Other

Collaborators

Ege University

Registry information

Official study title

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

Important dates

Study start: 2025
Primary completion: 2026
Study completion: 2026
First posted: Jun 19, 2025
Registry last updated: Feb 17, 2026

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