Comparing early and delayed urinary catheter removal after lumbar spine surgery
Early Versus Delayed Urinary Catheter Removal After Minimally Invasive Lumbar Spine Surgery: a Randomized-Controlled Clinical Trial
This study is testing whether taking out the urinary catheter sooner after lumbar spine surgery helps patients get up and moving faster and recover better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Kansas Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kansas City, Kansas) |
| Trial ID | NCT05359926 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study compares the effects of early versus delayed urinary catheter removal on the time it takes for patients to start ambulating after minimally invasive lumbar spine surgery. The goal is to determine if early removal can lead to quicker ambulation, reduced hospital stays, and lower healthcare costs. Previous research indicates that early ambulation can significantly decrease hospitalization duration and associated costs, as well as reduce the risk of complications and readmissions. Participants will be monitored for their ambulation times and overall recovery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older undergoing minimally invasive one- or two-level lumbar fusion procedures.
Not a fit: Patients with lower extremity amputations, spinal cord injuries, or pre-existing urinary tract dysfunction may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to shorter hospital stays and reduced healthcare costs for patients undergoing lumbar spine surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with early ambulation leading to reduced hospital stays and complications in similar surgical contexts.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged 18 years and older * Minimally invasive one- or two-level lumbar fusion procedures Exclusion Criteria: * Patients that cannot give consent * Patients with lower extremity amputation(s); * Non-minimally invasive surgeries * Patients with pre-existing bladder/kidney or urinary tract dysfunction * Patients with spinal cord injuries * Patients with known lower extremity weakness and impaired mobility.
Where this trial is running
Kansas City, Kansas
- University of Kansas Medical Center — Kansas City, Kansas, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Brandon Carlson, MD, MPH — University of Kansas Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Brandon Carlson B Carlson, MD, MPH
- Email: bcarlson@kumc.edu
- Phone: 913-588-7568
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.