Comparing patient satisfaction between two methods of bladder catheter removal
Multicenter, Randomized, Controlled Trial Evaluating Patient Satisfaction After Passive Bladder Catheter Removal Following Urological Surgery Compared to Active Removal by a Nurse
This study tests which method of removing bladder catheters—active by a nurse or passive by gravity—makes patients feel more satisfied and less uncomfortable after surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 160 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | Hospices Civils de Lyon Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Grenoble and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05313945 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the impact of two different methods of bladder catheter removal on patient satisfaction, pain, and anxiety. One method involves active removal by a nurse, while the other utilizes passive removal under gravity. The study employs an open-label randomized controlled trial design to gather data on patient experiences following uro-endoscopic surgeries. The goal is to determine which method leads to higher satisfaction and lower discomfort for patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are males aged 18 and older who have undergone specific uro-endoscopic surgeries and have an indwelling urinary catheter.
Not a fit: Patients who cannot perform intimate hygiene alone or have certain pelvic pathologies may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve patient comfort and satisfaction during the recovery process after bladder catheterization.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on passive catheter removal, similar studies comparing catheter removal techniques have shown varying results, indicating the need for this investigation.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Male ≥ 18 years old 2. With an indwelling urinary catheter placed after any of the following procedures: A uro-endoscopic surgery from the list below: * Endoscopic prostate resection (or transurethral prostate resection). * Laser prostate enucleation * Prostate thermotherapy by radiofrequency * A high-intensity focused ultrasound treatment for prostate cancer * Cervico-prostatic incision or internal urethrotomy * Endoscopic/Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumor (TURBT) * Surgical treatment of bladder stones, ureter stones (rigid ureteroscopy) and kidney stones (flexible ureteroscopy with laser stone fragmentation) 3. Patient who has given written consent to participate Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patient who is unable to perform intimate hygiene alone in a standing position 2. Patient with a painful genital lesion 3. Patient with an extended pelvic pathology 4. Need to remove the indwelling urinary catheter at the patient's home instead of hospital 5. Patient under guardianship or curator 6. Patient unable to understand the objectives of the study or unwilling to comply with postoperative instructions
Where this trial is running
Grenoble and 1 other locations
- CHU Grenoble — Grenoble, France (Recruiting)
- Hôpita Edouard Herriot — Lyon, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Camille BENETON, Nurse — Hospices Civils de Lyon
- Study coordinator: Nora JAMALI, Nurse
- Email: nora.jamali@chu-lyon.fr
- Phone: 04 72 11 74 94
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.