Nursing care during prostate biopsy in men
Part of Cancer, Kidney & urinary, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether structured nursing care during and after a prostate biopsy can improve your experience and outcomes. It may help reduce discomfort or anxiety related to the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You must be a man aged 40 or older.
- You must be scheduled for a prostate biopsy because your doctor suspects prostate cancer.
- You must be able to understand the study and give written consent.
- You must be willing to complete all study follow-up assessments.
- You must not have been diagnosed with prostate cancer before.
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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