Nerve stimulation patch for bladder symptoms after prostate surgery
Part of Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This study tests a patch that stimulates a nerve in your leg to help control frequent urination after prostate surgery. It might be an option if you still have bladder symptoms one month after your procedure.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a man between 50 and 80 years old.
- You had a type of prostate surgery called laser enucleation.
- You still urinate 8 or more times a day (on average) one month after surgery.
- You are not currently taking any bladder medications, or you stopped them at least 2 weeks before joining.
- You are medically stable and can give your informed consent.
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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