Using COX-2 inhibitors to prevent urethral stricture recurrence after surgery
Official title: Can COX-2 Inhibitor Decrease Stricture Recurrence After Direct Vision Internal Urethrotomy?
Run by New Valley University · NCT06697106 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing if a medication called meloxicam can help prevent urethral strictures from coming back after surgery in people who have had these strictures for unknown reasons or due to previous medical treatments.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Men only |
| Enrollment | 82 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | New Valley University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (New Valley, New Valley Governorate) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | November 20, 2024 |
| Main results expected | April 1, 2025 |
| Study ends | April 1, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | November 21, 2024 |
| Trial ID | NCT06697106 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with a urethral stricture length of 1.5 cm or less and an ASA score of 3 or lower.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with recurrent urethral strictures occurring two or more times or those with pelvic fracture urethral distraction defects may 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 study evaluates the effectiveness and safety of COX-2 inhibitors, specifically meloxicam, in reducing the recurrence of urethral strictures following direct vision internal urethrotomy. It focuses on patients with idiopathic or iatrogenic urethral strictures and aims to determine if administering NSAIDs can lead to better long-term outcomes. The study will compare outcomes between those receiving the medication and those given a placebo. Participants will be monitored for stricture recurrence over a specified follow-up period.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce the recurrence of urethral strictures, improving patient quality of life and reducing the need for additional surgeries.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promising results with COX-2 inhibitors in similar contexts, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 18 years * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) score ≤3. * Urethral stricture length ≤ 1.5 cm Exclusion Criteria: * Recurrent urethral stricture ≥ 2 times. * Pelvic fracture urethral distraction defect (PFUDD).
Where it's running
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New Valley University
New Valley, New Valley Governorate, Egypt Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Waheed F Abdelrasol, MD
- Email: waheed_fawzy@med.nvu.edu.eg
- Phone: 00201207722518
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.