Testing sacral nerve stimulation for bladder control
Part of Brain & nervous system, Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways of doing a nerve test to see if a small device can help you control your bladder better. The device is implanted near your lower spine and sends mild pulses to help your bladder hold more urine and empty better.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 16 years old.
- You must have a partial (not complete) nerve injury that caused your bladder problems.
- You must have an overactive bladder or a low-compliance bladder (bladder that can't hold much pressure).
- You or your caregiver must be able to perform intermittent catheterization (using a tube to empty your bladder).
- You must be stable enough to go home after treatment.
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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