Urine test for bladder blockage in men
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at a urine test to help understand bladder blockage in men. It may help doctors learn more about the condition and guide treatment decisions.
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Who can take part
- You are a man over 40 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with bladder blockage caused by an enlarged prostate.
- You may have a urinary catheter or not.
- You are scheduled for surgery to treat the blockage.
- Your PSA (a blood test for prostate health) must be 2.5 or lower.
- You have not had previous prostate surgery or cancer, diabetes, or certain other 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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