New nerve grafting to help preserve erections during bladder cancer surgery
Part of Cancer, Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests a new nerve grafting method during bladder removal surgery (radical cystectomy) to help preserve the ability to have erections. It is for men who have good erectile function before surgery and have not had previous pelvic surgery or radiation.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for bladder removal surgery (radical cystectomy) for bladder cancer.
- You have good erectile function before surgery (score of 17 or higher on the IIEF questionnaire).
- You have not had any prior pelvic surgery.
- You have not had radiation therapy to the pelvic area.
- You are 18 years of age or older.
- You are able to fill out questionnaires or have someone to help you.
- You do not have a pre-existing nerve disease.
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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