Lidocaine spray for comfort during bladder catheterization
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Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests if using lidocaine spray can make bladder catheterization more comfortable for men. If you are an adult male who needs this procedure, this study may help reduce discomfort.
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Who can take part
- You must be a male patient aged 18 or older.
- You should not have any injuries (trauma).
- You must be able to urinate on your own (spontaneous urine output).
- You must be awake, alert, and able to follow instructions.
- You cannot have any blockage or abnormality in your urinary tract.
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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