Understanding and measuring the causes of urinary incontinence
Development of 21st Century Concepts and Tools for Quantifying Urethral Failure Mechanisms that Cause Urinary Incontinence
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR · NIH-10892012
This study is working on new ways to understand urinary incontinence in women, using advanced tools to learn more about how the muscles that control urination work, so that we can find better treatments to help those who experience this condition.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10892012 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing advanced tools to better understand the mechanisms behind urinary incontinence, particularly in women. By creating innovative assessment methods, including new sensor technologies and imaging techniques, the research aims to provide a clearer picture of how the urethral sphincter complex contributes to this condition. The goal is to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes for individuals suffering from urinary incontinence. Patients may benefit from more effective therapies based on these new insights.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women over the age of 21 who experience urinary incontinence.
Not a fit: Patients with urinary incontinence due to non-structural causes or those under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and higher cure rates for urinary incontinence.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that innovative approaches to understanding urinary incontinence can lead to significant advancements in treatment options.
Where this research is happening
ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR — ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DELANCEY, JOHN O.L. — UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR
- Study coordinator: DELANCEY, JOHN O.L.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.