Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Tracking quality of life and relapses in bladder cancer patients after surgery

Official title: Observational Study on the Occurrence of Possible Relapses and on the Quality of Life in Patients Who Underwent Endoscopic Resection Surgery for Bladder Cancer (TURBK).

Run by IRCCS San Raffaele · NCT06167356 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is tracking how bladder cancer patients feel and whether their cancer comes back after surgery over the next 10 years.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment20000 (estimated)
SponsorIRCCS San Raffaele
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Milan, MI)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 27, 2013
Main results expectedNovember 27, 2063
Study endsNovember 27, 2063
Registry record updatedDecember 12, 2023
Trial IDNCT06167356 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older diagnosed with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer who are scheduled for endoscopic resection surgery.

Probably not a fit

Patients under 18 years old or those unable to read and sign the informed consent will 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 collects data from adult patients who have undergone endoscopic resection surgeries for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. Patients will be followed for approximately 10 years, with yearly follow-ups conducted via phone, email, or mail to gather information on their health status and quality of life. Data will be meticulously recorded in a secure database, adhering to strict guidelines for privacy and good clinical practices. The study aims to understand the occurrence of relapses and the overall quality of life in these patients over time.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the long-term outcomes and quality of life for patients with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer.

How similar studies have gone: While similar studies have been conducted, this specific approach focusing on long-term quality of life and relapse tracking in this patient population is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* 18 years or older
* Patients with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer
* Indication to cancer removal through endoscopic resection surgery
* Ability to read and sign the informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age \<18 years
* Inability to read and sign the informed consent

Where it's running

  • IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele
    Milan, Mi, Italy
    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.