Electrical acupuncture for treating incontinence after prostate surgery
The Study of Electrical Acupuncture Stimulation Therapy for Postprostatectomy Incontinence
This study is testing if electrical acupuncture can help men who have trouble controlling their urine after prostate surgery feel better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 110 (estimated) |
| Ages | N/A to 75 Years |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Nanjing, Jiangsu) |
| Trial ID | NCT04972669 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of electrical acupuncture stimulation therapy for patients suffering from postprostatectomy incontinence, a common issue affecting over 50% of individuals after prostate surgery. The study builds on preliminary experiments that suggested potential benefits of this therapy for urinary incontinence. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the active treatment or a sham acupuncture intervention to assess safety and efficacy. The trial aims to provide a more effective treatment option for those struggling with incontinence following prostatectomy.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are men who have localized prostate cancer and have undergone prostatectomy within the last 4-6 weeks, experiencing incontinence post-surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of hormonal therapy, previous pelvic surgery, or pre-existing incontinence prior to prostatectomy may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this therapy could significantly improve the quality of life for patients experiencing incontinence after prostate surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes for electrical acupuncture in treating various types of urinary incontinence, suggesting potential for success in this novel application.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * localized prostate cancer (stage: cT1-cT2, N0, M0) * 4-6weeks after prostatectomy * postprostatectomy prostate specific antigen (PSA) test below cured level * incontinence one month after surgery * ECOG score:0-1 Exclusion Criteria: * history of neoadjuvant hormonal therapy * history of transurethral resection of the prostate (TUPR) * history of operation on pelvis * history of incontinence before prostatectomy
Where this trial is running
Nanjing, Jiangsu
- The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School — Nanjing, Jiangsu, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Xuefeng Qiu
- Email: hydewoods@163.com
- Phone: 13776509416
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.