Bladder wall injection of hyaluronic acid for interstitial cystitis
Treatments studied
Part of Kidney & urinary, Pain, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This early-phase trial tests whether injecting hyaluronic acid directly into the bladder wall can safely reduce pain in people with interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance that may help coat and heal the bladder lining.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a confirmed diagnosis of interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) from a cystoscopy.
- You have tried at least 2 standard treatments for 6 months or more without enough relief.
- Your bladder pain is at least 4 out of 10 on a pain scale.
- You are willing to sign a consent form and keep a 3-day bladder diary.
- You do not have an active urinary tract infection, severe kidney problems, or a hyaluronic acid allergy.
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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