Sacral nerve function after sacral tumor surgery
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study looks at how removing a tumor from the tailbone area affects the nerves that control bowel and bladder function. It helps doctors understand recovery and what patients can expect after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 12 and 80 years old.
- You have a tumor in your tailbone (sacrum), either starting there or spreading from another cancer.
- You are healthy enough to have surgery.
- You have not had past bowel or bladder problems from other diseases or surgeries.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You are willing to provide information after surgery and can be followed up.
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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