Evaluating The Utility Of Kent Repertory In Menopausal Age Group With Special Emphasis On Psychological Aspect.
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 30
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- To Study Utility Of Kent Repertory In Menopausal Women.
研究概览
简要总结
Aim of StudyTo evaluate the usefulness of Kent Repertory in managing psychological symptoms associated with menopause through homoeopathic remedies.
Need for Study- Menopause brings both physical and psychological symptoms like depression, anxiety, mood swings, irritability, low confidence. - 20 per of women experience depression during perimenopause. - With a growing number of post-menopausal women in India, studying this phase holistically is crucial. - Dr. Kent’s emphasis on mental and physical generals aligns with the individualized approach of homoeopathy.
Objectives1. Study the application of Kent Repertory in menopausal women.
- Assess the effectiveness of homoeopathic medicines for psychological symptoms during menopause.
Literature Highlights- Menopause is the permanent cessation of menstruation. - Symptoms: hot flushes, urogenital atrophy, cardiovascular issues, mood disorders, etc. - Menopausal transition often correlates with psychiatric symptoms. - Estrogen fluctuations can influence neurotransmitters serotonin, norepinephrine, contributing to depression and anxiety. - Kent’s Repertory follows a general-to-particular approach, emphasizing mental symptoms and is organized alphabetically.
Methodology- Study Type: Prospective analytical study - Sample Size: 30 cases - Data Source: OPD/IPD at C.D. Pachchigar Hospital & peripheral OPDs - Tools Used: * Kent’s Repertory * Likert scale to assess severity of menopausal symptoms * Case format based on Hahnemann’s guidelines Aphorism 83–104 - Inclusion Criteria: * Women aged 40–60 years with natural or surgical menopause excluding oophorectomy - Exclusion Criteria: * Hormone replacement therapy users * Irregular follow-ups or discontinued treatment
Outcome Measurement- Symptom severity rated using the Likert scale across three categories: * Psychological depression, anxiety, etc. * Somato-vegetative hot flushes, joint pain, etc. * Urogenital sexual and bladder problems - Severity scored from 0 none to 4 severe
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 40.00 Year(s) 至 60.00 Year(s)（—）
- 性别
- Female
入选标准
- •1.Women between 40-60 years of age.
- •2.Clinically diagnosed cases of menopause.
- •3.Women with history of hysterectomy.
排除标准
- •1.Cases where oophorectomy has been performed.
- •2.Women who are undergoing hormone replacement therapy.
结局指标
主要结局
To Study Utility Of Kent Repertory In Menopausal Women.
时间窗: 9 Months
次要结局
- To Study Efficacy Of Homoeopathic Medicines In Psychological Effects Of Menopause.(9 Months)
研究者
Ayushi Sandipbhai Desai
C.D.Pachchigar College Of Homoeopathic Medicine And Hospital