Understanding lymphedema after urologic surgery
Lymphedema in the Lower Extremities After Urologic Surgery With Lymph Node Dissection
This study looks at how often and how badly lymphedema affects people after they have surgery for urologic cancer that involves removing lymph nodes.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 400 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Vastra Gotaland Region Government |
| Locations | 2 sites (Gothenburg and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05264337 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to investigate the occurrence and severity of lymphedema in patients who have undergone urologic surgery involving lymph node dissection. By utilizing the Lymphedema Quality of Life Questionnaire (LymQOL), the Delfin MoistureMeter D, and measuring lower limb volume, the study will provide insights into how often and how severely lymphedema affects patients post-surgery. The findings could help in understanding the impact of surgical interventions on patients' quality of life.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients who are scheduled to undergo urologic surgery with lymph node dissection.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing urologic surgery or those without lymph node dissection may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management and support for patients experiencing lymphedema after urologic surgeries.
How similar studies have performed: While lymphedema has been studied extensively in breast cancer patients, this specific focus on urologic surgery is relatively novel and has not been widely tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients undergoing urologic surgery with lymph node dissection Exclusion Criteria: * None
Where this trial is running
Gothenburg and 1 other locations
- Sahlgrenska University Hospital — Gothenburg, Sweden (Recruiting)
- Örebro University Hospital — Örebro, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Henrik Kjölhede, MD, PhD — Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg University
- Study coordinator: Henrik Kjölhede, MD, PhD
- Email: henrik.kjolhede@vgregion.se
- Phone: +46-31-3421000
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.