Comparing quality of life and urinary outcomes after bladder surgery
Exploration of HRQOL and Urinary Outcomes Following Partial Cystectomy
This study looks at how different types of bladder surgery affect the quality of life and urinary health of patients to see which approach might be better for them.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Mayo Clinic Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Rochester, Minnesota) |
| Trial ID | NCT06891209 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and urinary outcomes in patients who have undergone partial cystectomy compared to those who have had radical cystectomy. Patients will complete questionnaires to provide data on their experiences post-surgery, and their medical records will be reviewed for additional insights. The study aims to identify how various patient-specific characteristics influence these outcomes among the two groups. By comparing these cohorts, the study seeks to enhance understanding of the impacts of different surgical approaches on patient well-being.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include patients who have undergone partial cystectomy or are currently living with a radical cystectomy, specifically those registered in the Mayo Urology's cystectomy registry.
Not a fit: Patients who have had a subsequent radical cystectomy after a partial cystectomy will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into which surgical approach offers better quality of life and urinary function for bladder cancer patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have explored similar outcomes in bladder cancer surgeries, indicating a growing interest in understanding the comparative effectiveness of surgical options.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Currently living partial cystectomy patients in Mayo Urology's cystectomy registry and patients undergoing radical or partial cystectomy * Matched 2:1 living radical cystectomy to partial cystectomy patients * Either urothelial or non-urothelial histology Exclusion Criteria: * Partial cystectomy patients that underwent subsequent radical cystectomy
Where this trial is running
Rochester, Minnesota
- Mayo Clinic in Rochester — Rochester, Minnesota, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Vidit Sharma, MD — Mayo Clinic
- Study coordinator: Clinical Trials Referral Office
- Email: mayocliniccancerstudies@mayo.edu
- Phone: 855-776-0015
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.