Early vs. delayed catheter removal in men with sudden urinary retention
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares two approaches for men who have had a catheter placed for sudden urinary blockage: trying to remove the catheter early (after 1 day) versus waiting a few more days. It aims to see which timing works better to help you urinate without the catheter.
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Who can take part
- You are a man aged 18 or older.
- You have been diagnosed with acute urinary retention (sudden inability to urinate) and have a catheter placed to drain urine.
- You are taking an alpha-blocker medicine (like tamsulosin, silodosin, or alfuzosin) to help with urination.
- You are able to understand the study and give your consent.
- You have not had a failed trial without catheter in the last 30 days, your initial urine volume was less than about 50 ounces, and you do not have certain nerve or bladder conditions.
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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