Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Improving quality of life for patients undergoing urological surgery

Official title: Standardized Collection of Patient Reported Outcomes (PROs) in Everyday Clinical Practice

Run by Medical University of Graz · NCT06397287 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether using personalized questionnaires can help improve the quality of life and recovery for patients having urological surgery.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment47 (estimated)
SponsorMedical University of Graz
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Graz, Styria)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 5, 2023
Main results expectedSeptember 5, 2045
Study endsSeptember 5, 2045
Registry record updatedMay 2, 2024
Trial IDNCT06397287 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older who are undergoing treatment at the Department of Urology and can provide informed consent.

Probably not a fit

Patients who lack digital competence or cannot provide written consent may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to enhance the quality of care for patients undergoing urological surgery by implementing standardized questionnaires that assess quality of life, satisfaction, pain, and physical recovery. Patients will receive individualized treatment pathways based on their specific conditions, such as localized prostate cancer or benign prostate enlargement. The collected data will be used to improve clinical outcomes and tailor treatment approaches to better meet patient needs.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to improved patient satisfaction and recovery outcomes after urological surgeries.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in using patient-reported outcome measures to enhance treatment pathways, indicating a promising approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Patients treated at the Department of Urology
2. ≥18 years of age
3. Active Mail-account, use of smartphone/tablet/PC
4. Written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

\- Patients who cannot give written consent and/or do not have digital competence (e.g. no active e-mail account)

Where it's running

  • Röthl Martina Anna
    Graz, Styria, Austria
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.