Evaluating SUI-100™, A Non-Invasive Device for the Treatment of Stress Urinary Incontinence

Last updated: April 15, 2025
Sponsor: Acoustic Wave Cell Therapy, Inc.
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Enuresis

Urinary Incontinence

Treatment

Acoustic Stimulation Therapy Device

Sham Acoustic Stimulation Therapy Device

Clinical Study ID

NCT06862648
SaHARA/SUI-003
  • Ages 22-77
  • Female

Study Summary

The goal of this pivotal clinical trial is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the SUI-100 device for the treatment of mild-to-moderate stress urinary incontinence (SUI) in females aged 22-70 years.

The main questions this study aims to answer are:

  1. Does treatment with the SUI-100 device reduce SUI symptoms, as measured by urine leakage.

  2. Is the device safe and effective compared to the sham group?

Participants will:

  1. Be randomly assigned to an active or sham control group in a blinded, multicenter study.

  2. Attend treatment visits during the Treatment Phase, with SUI assessments conducted at specific intervals.

  3. Enter a 3-month, treatment-free follow-up phase, with SUI assessment.

  4. Proceed to three monthly maintenance treatments, followed by a final SUI assessment at study exit.

The total study duration will last approximately 18 months, with each individual's participation lasting approximately 6-8 months. This study aims to provide robust data on the effectiveness, safety, and durability of the SUI-100 device for treating female Stress Urinary Incontinence.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  1. Females aged 22-70 years

  2. MESA-UIQ SUI score must exceed MESA-UIQ UUI score

  3. Investigator diagnosis of SUI at Baseline Study Visit A

  4. µ-24-PWT >10 grams, and ≤74 grams

  5. Positive PST (observed urine loss during coughing or Valsalva maneuver)

  6. Able to independently read and willing to provide written informed consent andcomply with all study visits and assessments required by study protocol

  7. Able to independently read and complete all questionnaires and diaries provided inEnglish

  8. Negative urine test for urinary tract infection (UTI)

  9. Negative urine test for pregnancy

  10. Willing to use physician-approved contraception and avoid pregnancy for the durationof the study period if of child-bearing potential. An oral contraceptive may bestarted at study enrollment. Intrauterine device (IUD) is allowed if placed prior tostudy participation and not removed during the study.

  11. Agrees not to participate in any other clinical research study(s) during this study

  12. Willing to maintain same dose for any urge urinary incontinence (UUI) medicationsduring study

  13. If taking any of the following medications (may not start during trial); oral orvaginal estrogen therapy or other medication known to affect incontinence, such astestosterone, growth hormones, alpha-blockers, sedative-hypnotics, antipsychotics,angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, loop diuretics, and calcium channelblockers, must be stable for 3 months prior, and willing to maintain same dosethroughout trial

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  1. Body Mass Index (BMI) >35

  2. µ-24-PWT ≥ 75 grams

  3. Subject is non-ambulatory

  4. Inability to maintain the low lithotomy position in a relaxed manner for theduration of the treatment delivery during visit

  5. Subject has any electrical or electromagnetic implanted medical devices

  6. History of UUI or mixed incontinence with a predominant urge component

  7. History of incontinence of neurogenic etiology

  8. Subject is pregnant or <12-months post-partum

  9. Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) (e.g., greater than Stage 2 as defined by theInternational Continence Society (e.g., cystocele, rectocele)

  10. PVR urine test volume >150 mL

  11. Prior treatments for SUI:

  12. Any SUI surgery (e.g., slings)

  13. Bulking agent injection within 1 year

  14. Electrostimulation or magnetic stimulation within 3 months

  15. Pessary or urethral plug unless removed at least two weeks prior to start ofstudy

  16. Physical therapy or pelvic floor exercises, such as Kegel exercises, tostrengthen pelvic floor muscles and urinary sphincter within the past 60 days

  17. Diagnosis of pelvic pain

  18. History of radiation to the pelvis

  19. Any recent pelvic surgery (within 1 year)

  20. History of bladder stone

  21. History of interstitial cystitis

  22. History of dyspareunia or external vaginal pain syndromes such as vulvodynia

  23. Hematuria

  24. Neurological diseases known to affect the bladder

  25. Conditions posing additional risks:

  26. Bleeding disorder or currently taking anticoagulants

  27. Current urinary infection - positive urine culture, signs of urinary infection;may repeat inclusion criteria urinary analysis (UA) after the UTI has beensuccessfully resolved with a full course of antibiotics and a report UA isnegative

  28. History of cervical, uterine, bladder, urethral, or rectal cancer

  29. Genital warts, lesions, or sexually transmitted disease that are locallyvisible

  30. Currently undergoing any incontinence treatment

  31. Concurrent enrollment in another clinical trial

  32. Not suitable for the study or is at risk of study non-compliance in the judgement ofthe Principal Investigator (PI)

Study Design

Total Participants: 130
Treatment Group(s): 2
Primary Treatment: Acoustic Stimulation Therapy Device
Phase:
Study Start date:
March 25, 2025
Estimated Completion Date:
November 09, 2026

Study Description

Stress urinary incontinence, characterized by the involuntary loss of urine during activities that increase intra-abdominal pressure, affects approximately 50% of women with urinary incontinence and significantly impacts their quality of life. The SUI-100 device offers a novel, low-risk alternative to existing treatments, addressing a critical need for effective and conservative options.

Study Design:

The trial employs a randomized, blinded, sham-controlled, multi-center approach with an option for cross-over for participants randomized to sham.

Study Aim:

The study aims to determine the safety and efficacy of the study product in treating SUI. The study device is non-surgical and non-invasive.

Primary and Secondary Outcomes:

The study's primary objective is to determine whether treatment with the device reduces urine leakage by ≥50%, as measured by the 24-Hour Pad Weight Test, compared to the sham arm.

Safety Monitoring:

Safety assessments will be conducted throughout the study, with all adverse events (AEs) and adverse device effects (ADEs) documented and graded for severity.

Key Distinctions:

This trial is unique in its use of a non-invasive device that may offer a low-risk alternative to invasive treatments like urethral slings and radiofrequency therapy. The study's design, incorporating a sham-controlled, blinded methodology, ensures rigorous evaluation of the device's efficacy and safety.

Connect with a study center

  • Arizona Gynecology Consultants

    Phoenix, Arizona 85016
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Clinical Research of Central Florida

    Winter Haven, Florida 33880
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Advanced Specialty Research

    Boise, Idaho 83702
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Cypress Medical Research Center

    Wichita, Kansas 67226
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Boeson Research GTF

    Great Falls, Montana 59405
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Foundation for Female Health Awareness

    Las Vegas, Nevada 89148
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Helios Clinical Research

    Middleburg Heights, Ohio 44130
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Seattle Clinical Research Center

    Seattle, Washington 98104
    United States

    Site Not Available

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