Sexual recovery after bladder removal for women
Part of Cancer, Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study explores how bladder cancer and bladder removal surgery affect your sex life and sexual recovery. By sharing your experience in a private interview, you can help doctors and nurses better support other women undergoing similar treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman (or have a clitoris, vagina, or related anatomy) and have been diagnosed with bladder cancer
- You had your bladder removed (cystectomy) at least 6 months ago
- You are 18 years or older
- You can speak and understand English well enough to take part in an interview
- You do not have a serious health condition that would make it hard to talk about your experiences
- You do not have a severe memory or mental health problem that would make the interview impossible
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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