Nerve monitoring during prostate removal surgery
Part of Cancer, Kidney & urinary, Mental health, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using a special nerve monitor during prostate removal surgery helps preserve the nerves that control erections and bladder control, potentially reducing side effects. If you're scheduled for prostate cancer surgery, this could help improve your recovery.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with prostate cancer and are planning to have surgery to remove the prostate.
- You can provide your full medical history and agree to be interviewed after the surgery.
- You are willing to volunteer and sign a consent form as part of the study.
- You do not have a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device.
- You do not have a serious neurological or mental illness that could affect your safety within the next two years.
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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