Brain and bladder study after sigmoid bladder surgery
Part of Cancer, Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study uses an MRI scan to look at how the brain controls bladder function after you’ve had a sigmoid “neobladder” surgery. You may be able to take part if you’re well enough for MRI and don’t have certain brain, mental health, or urinary conditions.
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Who can take part
- You are right-handed.
- You are at least 3 months after your sigmoid neobladder surgery.
- You can safely have an fMRI (special MRI) scan—no MRI contraindications.
- You are willing and able to sign the consent form.
- You do not have a history of bladder radiation, prostate cancer, or certain nerve/spinal conditions affecting bladder control.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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