Observing quality of life in patients after bladder cancer surgery
Bladder Archive: Observational Study on the Quality of Life and Pathological State in Patients Who Underwent Radical Cystectomy
This study looks at how bladder cancer surgery affects the quality of life for patients over about 10 years by checking in with them each year.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 4000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | IRCCS San Raffaele Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Milan, MI) |
| Trial ID | NCT06170177 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study follows patients who have undergone radical cystectomy for muscle-invasive bladder carcinoma over a period of approximately 10 years. Participants will be contacted yearly to complete questionnaires regarding their quality of life and pathological state, with data collected adhering to strict privacy and good clinical practice standards. The study aims to gather comprehensive data on the pre-surgery symptoms, hospitalization details, and long-term outcomes of these patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old who have undergone radical cystectomy.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 years old or those unable to provide informed consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the long-term quality of life and health outcomes for patients after radical cystectomy.
How similar studies have performed: Other observational studies have successfully assessed quality of life in cancer patients, suggesting this approach is viable.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * subjects underwent radical cystectomy * \> 18 years old * Ability to read and sign the informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Age \<18 years * Inability to read and sign the informed consent
Where this trial is running
Milan, MI
- IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele — Milan, Mi, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Francesco Montorsi, MD — IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele
- Study coordinator: Francesco Montorsi, MD
- Email: montorsi.francesco@hsr.it
- Phone: +390226437286
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.