Ultrasound-guided pelvic floor training for urinary incontinence after prostate surgery
Urinary Incontinence After Radical Prostatectomy
NA · Regional Hospital West Jutland · NCT05625048
This study is testing if ultrasound-guided pelvic floor training can help men with urinary incontinence after prostate surgery feel better compared to standard care.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 66 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | Regional Hospital West Jutland (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Herning) |
| Trial ID | NCT05625048 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided pelvic floor muscle training compared to standard care for urinary incontinence in men undergoing robot-assisted radical prostatectomy. The study consists of two parts: a randomized controlled trial involving patients with weak pelvic floor muscle function and a comparison of physical function and quality of life between patients with varying pelvic floor muscle strength. Participants will be assessed for their ability to perform pelvic floor muscle contractions as part of the eligibility criteria.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are men aged 18 and older diagnosed with prostatic adenocarcinoma who are scheduled for robot-assisted radical prostatectomy.
Not a fit: Patients who have urinary incontinence prior to surgery or those unable to perform the pelvic floor muscle test will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce urinary incontinence and improve quality of life for patients after prostate surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of ultrasound-guided training is novel, similar interventions have shown promise in improving pelvic floor function in other studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Men aged 18 and above * Diagnosis of prostatic adenocarcinoma and referred to robot assisted radical prostatectomy * No comorbidity that prevents pelvic floor training or effects the function of the pelvic floor * Adequacy in written and spoken Danish Performance status 0-1 * Able to understand the study procedures and willing to provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Major surgery within the last month that may affect pelvic floor function. * Urinary incontinence prior to surgery
Where this trial is running
Herning
- Regional Hospital Goedstrup — Herning, Denmark (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Birch
- Email: sara.birch@goedstrup.rm.dk
- Phone: 51540126
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.
Conditions: Incontinence, Urinary, Radical Prostatectomy