Understanding the onset of urinary symptoms in multiple sclerosis patients
Onset of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Multiple Sclerosis Patients
University Hospital Ostrava · NCT06226831
This study looks at when people with multiple sclerosis first notice urinary problems to better understand how MS affects their bladder.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital Ostrava (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Ostrava, Moravian-Silesian Region) |
| Trial ID | NCT06226831 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the onset of lower urinary tract symptoms in patients diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). It involves a retrospective case-control approach where patients are interviewed about their first urinary symptoms and the timing of their onset, with data cross-referenced against their medical records. Conducted at the University Hospital Ostrava, the study aims to gather comprehensive demographic and clinical data from a large cohort of MS patients to better understand the relationship between MS and urinary symptoms.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults diagnosed with multiple sclerosis who can provide informed consent.
Not a fit: Patients without a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis or those who are unable to participate in structured interviews may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding of urinary symptoms in MS patients, leading to improved management and treatment strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on urinary symptoms in MS, this specific approach of retrospective analysis and structured interviews is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * diagnosis of multiple sclerosis * adult patients * signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: - none
Where this trial is running
Ostrava, Moravian-Silesian Region
- University Hospital Ostrava — Ostrava, Moravian-Silesian Region, Czechia (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Jan Krhut, prof.,MD, PhD — University Hospital Ostrava
- Study coordinator: Jiří Hynčica
- Email: jiri.hyncica@fno.cz
- Phone: 0042059737
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: Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, Multiple Sclerosis, Lower-Urinary Tract Symptoms, Urinary Urgency, Cerebellar and/or Pyramidal Symptoms