BLADDER CANCER

This study is testing the drug T-DXd (Enhertu) in 100 adults with advanced HER2-positive solid tumors who have already tried other treatments and have no good options left. The goal is to see how well the drug works in real-world settings, including how many patients respond and …

This study tests whether adding an experimental drug (MK-3120) to the standard treatment (enfortumab vedotin plus pembrolizumab) is safe and effective for people with advanced bladder cancer that has spread. About 55 participants will receive the new combination. Researchers will…

This early-stage trial tests a new type of immunotherapy called 4SCAR-T cells in 20 people with advanced bladder cancer that has spread and no longer responds to standard treatments. The cells are genetically modified to recognize and attack cancer cells. The study aims to see if…

This phase 3 trial tests whether the experimental drug sacituzumab tirumotecan helps people with advanced bladder cancer live longer than standard chemotherapy. About 590 participants whose cancer worsened after prior treatments will receive either the new drug or one of several …

This early-stage trial is testing a new type of radiation therapy that seeks out and attacks cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue. It's for people with advanced breast, lung, stomach, or bladder cancer who have run out of standard options. The study will check if the treatme…

This Phase II trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab to standard chemotherapy (platinum and etoposide) before bladder removal surgery can completely eliminate the cancer in people with a rare, aggressive form of bladder cancer called small cell neuroe…

This study tests a new drug called MK-3120 for high-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. After standard tumor removal, 45 participants will receive the drug directly into the bladder. The main goals are to check safety and how well people tolerate it, while also looking at tu…

This early-stage trial is testing a new drug called IDE892, alone or with another drug (IDE397), in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic deletion (MTAP). The study aims to find safe doses and see if the drugs shrink tumors. It includes 260 adults with ca…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called LY4052031, which is designed to deliver a cancer-killing agent directly to tumor cells that have a protein called Nectin-4. The study includes 420 adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors such as bladder, breast, lung, and oth…

This study is for people with advanced bladder cancer that has gotten worse after standard treatment. It tests a new drug combination (datopotamab deruxtecan plus chemotherapy) against another chemotherapy combo. The goal is to see if the new combo can shrink tumors or slow the c…

This early-stage trial is testing a new drug called AB821 in 50 adults with advanced melanoma or other solid tumors that respond to immune therapies. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose. Participants receive AB821 by IV every 2 or 3 weeks for up to two years.

This study investigates whether combining the immunotherapy drug durvalumab with a cancer vaccine (S-488210/S-488211) can help people with a type of bladder cancer that has not responded to standard treatment. The trial includes adults with high-risk non-muscle invasive bladder c…

This program provides the experimental drug ulixertinib to people with advanced solid tumors that have certain gene mutations (MAPK pathway). It is for patients who have not responded well to or have run out of standard treatments. The goal is to control the disease and possibly …

This early-phase study tests two drugs, bintrafusp alfa and PDS01ADC, alone or with targeted radiation, in 100 adults with metastatic bladder, kidney, or other non-prostate genitourinary cancers. The goal is to see if the combination can help the immune system fight cancer better…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called MST-0312, designed to help the body's immune system fight cancer more effectively. It is being studied alone or with another cancer drug (pembrolizumab) in people with several types of solid tumors, including lung, melanoma, bladder,…

This early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called EVOLVE104 in people with advanced bladder cancer or several types of squamous cell carcinoma (lung, esophagus, skin, and others). The study aims to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. It is for pati…

This study tests a new drug called ifinatamab deruxtecan in people with advanced solid tumors that have not been cured by other treatments. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 250 participants will take part, and those who benefit may …

This phase 2 trial tests a two-drug combination (mitomycin-C and gemcitabine) given directly into the bladder for people with high-risk bladder cancer that did not respond to BCG therapy. The study will enroll 82 participants to see if this sequential treatment can prevent cancer…

This study tests whether a urine DNA test can help guide when to stop immunotherapy in people with a very high-risk type of bladder cancer that cannot be fully removed by surgery. About 53 participants will receive immunotherapy and then be monitored with urine tests and scans. I…

This study tests whether adding the drug tarlatamab to standard radiation therapy is safe for people with cancers that have a protein called DLL3, including melanoma, lung cancer, and glioblastoma. About 30 adults with advanced or returning cancers will receive tarlatamab infusio…

This phase 2 trial is testing an experimental drug called patritumab deruxtecan (HER3-DXd) in 740 people with advanced solid tumors, including melanoma, lung, breast, and other cancers. The drug is given by IV every three weeks. The main goal is to see if the drug shrinks tumors.…

This early-stage trial is testing whether it is safe to give immunotherapy (nivolumab) together with radiation therapy after bladder cancer surgery. The study will enroll 10 people who have had their bladder removed. The main goal is to see if this combination causes serious side…

This early-stage trial is testing a new drug called sigvotatug vedotin, alone or with other cancer medicines, in people with advanced solid tumors like lung, head and neck, and breast cancers. The study aims to find a safe dose and check for side effects. About 1,000 participants…

This study is for people with bladder cancer that has spread to a small number of other body parts (up to 3 spots). It compares standard treatment (chemotherapy or immunotherapy) alone versus standard treatment plus a precise, high-dose radiation therapy called SBRT. The goal is …

This phase 2 trial is testing whether two chemotherapy drugs, gemcitabine and docetaxel, given directly into the bladder can treat high-risk bladder cancer that did not respond to standard BCG therapy. About 174 adults will receive weekly treatments for 6 weeks, then monthly for …

This phase 1/2 trial tests the immunotherapy drug durvalumab alone or combined with other treatments (BCG, radiation, or chemotherapy) in 55 people with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. The goal is to find safe doses and see if these combinations can eliminate cancer and preve…

This program provides early access to cretostimogene grenadenorepvec, a virus-based therapy, for patients with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer that has not responded to standard BCG treatment. Eligible participants have a specific type of bladder cancer (CIS with or without hi…

This early-phase study tests an experimental drug called PF-08046876 in about 310 adults with advanced cancers of the bladder, lung, head and neck, esophagus, or pancreas that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is a type of 'antibody drug conjugate' designed to s…

This early-stage study tests a new treatment for people with advanced bladder cancer that has not responded to standard therapies. The treatment uses specially engineered immune cells (CAR-NK cells) from a healthy donor, designed to target two proteins on cancer cells. Participan…

This phase 3 trial is testing a new version of the BCG vaccine, called Verity-BCG, against the standard BCG treatment (OncoTICE) in 540 people with intermediate or high-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer who have not received BCG before. The goal is to see if Verity-BCG is a…

This study tests a comprehensive fitness and nutrition program (prehabilitation) given before major cancer surgery. It includes 148 patients with pancreatic, ovarian, kidney, or bladder cancer who are frail or pre-frail. Some patients get the program alone, others get it with che…

This phase 2 trial tests whether giving two chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine and docetaxel) directly into the bladder can prevent low-grade bladder cancer from coming back. About 34 adults with intermediate-risk disease will receive the treatment. The main goal is to see how long …

This Phase 1 trial tests IDOV-Immune, a genetically engineered virus designed to infect and destroy cancer cells while boosting the immune system. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors (like colorectal, pancreatic, or lung cancer) that have not responded to standard treatme…

This study looks at whether a thorough health check (comprehensive geriatric assessment) before bladder cancer surgery can help older, frail patients recover faster. About 140 people aged 65 and older will be enrolled. The goal is to see if personalized care plans reduce complica…

This study tests a new treatment called EBNK-001, made from donor immune cells (natural killer cells), in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard therapies. Participants receive the cells after chemotherapy to prepare the body, along with low-dose in…

This study tests a new treatment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer that aims to save the bladder. It combines two drugs (enfortumab vedotin and pembrolizumab) with targeted radiation. About 47 adults with this cancer will receive the therapy to see if it can shrink tumors and av…

This trial tests an experimental drug called CP-383 in people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, or pancreatic cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is taken daily by mouth and works by blocking a process cancer cells need to grow. The study …

This early-phase trial is testing a new drug called CLSP-1025 in about 90 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, or breast cancer) that have a specific p53 mutation (R175H). The drug works by directing the body's immune cells to attack cancer cells carrying this mut…

This study tests whether a new type of radiation machine that uses MRI to guide treatment is safe and practical for people with gastric, breast, or other cancers. About 70 adults will receive radiation guided by real-time MRI, sometimes with chemotherapy. The goal is to see if th…

This early-phase trial tests MGC026, a biologic drug given by IV, in 250 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, then expanding to see if the drug shrinks tumors. Participants receive u…

This early-stage trial tests a new combination treatment for people with advanced HER2-positive solid tumors (like breast, lung, or stomach cancer). Participants receive an injection of a special virus directly into one tumor to help the immune system attack cancer, followed by a…

This study tests whether growing a patient's tumor cells in the lab (organoids) can help doctors choose the most effective chemotherapy after bladder cancer surgery. Researchers will compare survival rates of patients whose chemo was guided by organoid tests versus standard care.…

This study uses lab-grown mini-tumors (organoids) from bladder cancer patients to see which anti-HER-2 drug works best. It compares survival rates of patients whose treatment is guided by these organoids versus standard protein testing. The goal is to improve one-, two-, and thre…

This study looks at two common choices during bladder cancer removal surgery: using a ureteral stent (a tube to drain urine) and giving the drug alvimopan to help the bowels work sooner. The goal is to see if these choices affect how long patients stay in the hospital and how man…

This phase II trial tests two drugs—enfortumab vedotin and pembrolizumab—in 20 people with high-grade upper tract urothelial cancer who cannot or choose not to have surgery to remove the kidney and ureter. The goal is to see if the combination can control the cancer and preserve …

This study is testing a new way to deliver radiation for prostate and bladder cancers. The approach uses an MRI-guided machine to adapt the radiation dose in real time, giving a higher boost to the tumor while sparing nearby organs. Researchers want to see if this reduces side ef…

This study tests a new tablet called ABP1011T in people with advanced solid tumors, including small cell lung cancer and others like esophageal or bladder cancer. Participants take one pill daily in 21-day cycles. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it i…

This study tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (toripalimab) to standard BCG therapy can help people with high-risk bladder cancer avoid bladder removal. About 31 participants will receive the combination after surgery. The main goal is to see if the cancer disappears with…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called ONM-501, which is injected directly into tumors, either alone or with the immunotherapy cemiplimab (Libtayo). The study includes 168 adults with advanced solid tumors or lymphomas that have not responded to standard treatments. The m…

This study tests whether using MRI scans to guide brachytherapy (a type of internal radiation) can better target tumors in gynecologic cancers like cervical, uterine, vaginal, vulvar, and bladder cancers. The goal is to see if MRI guidance reduces radiation exposure to nearby hea…

This study tests if rinsing the new bladder or urine pouch with a chlorhexidine antiseptic during and after bladder cancer surgery can prevent urinary tract infections. About 23 adults having bladder removal and reconstruction will participate. The main goal is to see if urine is…

This study tests whether giving patients a special nutritional drink (immunonutrition) before bladder removal surgery can reduce complications like infections. About 232 adults having open cystectomy for various bladder conditions will be randomly assigned to receive the drink or…

This study tests whether giving a combination of adebrelimab (an immunotherapy) plus chemotherapy before bladder removal surgery can completely eliminate neuroendocrine bladder cancer in 22 adults. Participants will receive up to 4 cycles of the drug combo before surgery. The mai…

This study looks at whether giving patients IV fluids at home for four weeks after bladder cancer surgery can lower the chance of needing to go back to the hospital. About 130 adults having this surgery will be randomly assigned to either get the usual care or the usual care plus…

This study tests whether using blue light during bladder tumor removal surgery helps surgeons see and remove more cancer than standard white light. About 200 adults with high-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer will be randomly assigned to one of the two methods. The goal is …

This study is for people with metastatic urothelial cancer (a type of bladder cancer that has spread). It tests two or three drugs together: sacituzumab govitecan, enfortumab vedotin, and pembrolizumab. The goal is to find the safest doses and see how well the combination shrinks…

This study is testing whether adding an immune-boosting drug (BDB001) and targeted radiation to the immunotherapy atezolizumab can help control or shrink tumors in people with advanced solid tumors, including pancreatic, lung, bladder, and breast cancers. About 247 adults with th…

This study tests a new approach to treat high-risk bladder cancer without removing the bladder. Doctors will first remove the tumor through the urethra, then freeze the tumor base with a special balloon, followed by immunotherapy and low-dose chemotherapy. The goal is to see if t…

This study tests a combination of the drug enfortumab vedotin and radiation therapy given before surgery for muscle-invasive bladder cancer. It is for patients who cannot receive standard cisplatin chemotherapy. The trial will test three different schedules of the drug and radiat…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding an experimental drug (fianlimab) to standard chemotherapy plus immunotherapy can help people with muscle-invasive bladder cancer avoid bladder removal. About 36 adults will receive either the standard combo or the standard plus fianlimab. T…

This study is testing a new urine test called UroAmp to see if it can accurately detect bladder cancer and monitor for its return. Researchers will collect urine and tumor samples from 2,500 people being evaluated or treated for bladder cancer or related conditions. The goal is t…

This study collects video recordings and data from 500 patients undergoing blue light cystoscopy, a procedure where a drug makes cancer cells glow. The goal is to train an artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm to detect bladder lesions in real time, helping doctors make more acc…

This study is testing a new type of PET scan that uses special radioactive tracers to find and map solid tumors in the body. The tracers target a protein called Trop2, which is often found on cancer cells. Researchers will enroll 400 people with various cancers (including bladder…

This study compares CT and MRI scans to see which more accurately determines if bladder cancer has spread into the muscle layer. About 150 adults with newly diagnosed bladder cancer will receive both scans before standard surgery. The results will be checked against tissue sample…

This study tests whether a new imaging agent called [18F]FAPI-74 can find certain cancers as well as or better than the standard PET tracer. About 320 adults with one of 11 cancer types (including pancreatic, liver, ovarian, and lung cancers) will receive both tracers and have th…

This study looks at whether a simple urine test for tumor DNA can tell which bladder cancer patients truly need a second surgery after their first tumor removal. About 196 adults with non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer will be randomly assigned to have their repeat surgery decisi…

This study is testing whether a simple urine test that looks for cancer DNA can help decide when patients with high-risk bladder cancer need a cystoscopy (a camera exam of the bladder). Cystoscopy is effective but uncomfortable and can cause infections. The goal is to safely redu…

This study tests a new type of ultrasound called Super-Resolution Ultrasound Localization Microscopy to see if it can better detect bladder cancer before surgery. Thirty patients scheduled for bladder removal will receive this ultrasound while under anesthesia. The results will b…

This study is testing whether regular urine tests every 6 months can find bladder cancer earlier in people at high risk, such as smokers over 50 and those with long-term workplace chemical exposure. Researchers will enroll 1,000 participants and track how many cancers are detecte…

This pilot study is testing whether a special PET/CT scan using 68Gallium PSMA can find cancer that has spread in people with metastatic bladder cancer or melanoma. Twenty participants will receive both the standard FDG-PET/CT scan and the new 68Ga PSMA-PET/CT scan within 10 days…

This study is testing BCDx, a urine-based test designed to detect the return of non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) earlier and without a scope. Researchers will enroll 500 people with a history of NMIBC and compare the test's accuracy to standard cystoscopy. If it works, …

This study is testing a new, non-invasive urine test that looks for a protein called CREPT in cells shed from the bladder. The goal is to see if this test can accurately detect bladder cancer and monitor if it comes back after treatment, potentially replacing uncomfortable and in…

This study looks at whether the things people buy at stores—like pain relievers or digestive aids—could be early warning signs of cancer. Researchers will compare the shopping habits of 2900 people, some diagnosed with cancer and some not, to see if certain purchases happen more …

This study looks at whether a simple urine test can detect leftover cancer after initial surgery for high-risk bladder cancer. The goal is to help doctors decide who truly needs a second surgery, avoiding unnecessary procedures and their risks. About 60 adults with high-risk non-…

This study is developing a new DNA test that looks for key genetic changes in bladder cancer tumors. Researchers will collect tumor samples from 400 patients to build and validate the test. The goal is to create a cost-effective tool that helps doctors predict which patients are …

This study is testing a new platform that uses advanced testing to get a complete picture of a person's tumor. The goal is to see if this detailed information can help doctors choose better treatments for patients with high-risk cancers like leukemia, multiple myeloma, and pancre…

This study is testing a new urine test that aims to predict whether bladder cancer patients will respond well to a standard treatment called BCG. Currently, about half of patients do not respond to BCG, leading to extra treatments or bladder removal. The test looks for specific m…

This study is testing a new urine test that looks for specific proteins to detect bladder cancer in people who have microscopic blood in their urine (not visible to the naked eye). The goal is to see if this simple, non-invasive test can accurately identify cancer, potentially re…

This study is testing a new urine test that might find returning bladder cancer earlier and more accurately than current urine tests. The goal is to see if this test can reduce the need for cystoscopy, a procedure where a tiny camera is inserted into the bladder. About 300 adults…

This study is testing a blood test that looks for DNA signals from 20 different cancers, including lung, breast, and colon cancer. Researchers will see if the test can find cancer early, detect any cancer left after treatment, and catch a relapse before it shows up on scans. The …

This study compares a new diagnostic approach—using an MRI plus a same-day biopsy—against the standard procedure (TURBT) for diagnosing muscle-invasive bladder cancer. Researchers will enroll 360 adults suspected of having this aggressive cancer. The goal is to see if the new met…

This registry study is gathering information on how well blue light cystoscopy with Cysview detects bladder cancer compared to standard white light cystoscopy. About 4400 adults with suspected or known non-muscle invasive bladder cancer will take part. The goal is to see if the b…

This early-phase study tests a new MRI technique that uses two contrast agents (gadobutrol and ferumoxytol) placed directly into the bladder to improve staging of bladder cancer. Researchers will compare MRI images to actual tumor samples from surgery to see if the scan can accur…

This study looks at whether taking PET scans later (2.5 hours after injection) finds lymph node spread in muscle-invasive bladder cancer more accurately than standard scans (1 hour after). About 66 adults with this cancer will get both scans, and results will be compared to surgi…

This study tests whether a simpler MRI scan (bp-MRI) can accurately diagnose bladder cancer and tell if it has spread into the muscle, without needing a contrast dye injection. Researchers will compare the new method to the standard MRI in 58 adults suspected of having bladder ca…

This study is testing whether dutasteride, a pill already used for prostate issues, can stop low-grade bladder cancer from coming back. About 95 adults with this type of bladder cancer will take the drug daily. The goal is to see if it reduces the need for repeated surgeries and …

This study tests a navigation program for cancer patients starting immunotherapy. The program helps with essential needs like food, transportation, and housing, and tracks side effects. Researchers want to see if this support helps patients continue their treatment and improves t…

This study tests whether a high-protein nutrition plan combined with resistance exercises, started weeks before surgery and continued for 24 weeks after, can help older adults with cancer preserve their physical function. The trial enrolls Veterans aged 55 and older with certain …

This study compares a new radiation technique called lattice radiation therapy (LRT) to standard stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) for people with solid tumors that have spread to soft tissues. The goal is to see if LRT shrinks tumors better and helps the immune system f…

This study tests a telehealth program for cancer survivors with an ostomy (a surgical opening in the belly to pass waste). The program includes group sessions led by nurses and peer ostomates to teach self-management skills. Researchers will enroll 150 patients with colorectal or…

This study looks at whether doing simple exercises at home before bladder or upper tract cancer surgery can help patients feel stronger and recover faster. About 128 adults scheduled for surgery will either receive a personalized home exercise plan via a smartphone app or standar…

This study looks at whether placing a small tube (stent) in the urinary tract after bladder removal surgery affects recovery. About 70 adults with bladder or pelvic cancers will be randomly assigned to get a stent or not. The main goal is to see if avoiding stents lowers the risk…

This study tests a newer type of radiation therapy that adjusts to daily changes in a patient's body shape. The goal is to safely use smaller treatment areas to reduce side effects like bladder and bowel problems. About 280 adults with pelvic cancers (prostate, bladder, rectal, a…

This study tests a program called CARES that provides nurse navigators and counselors to rural cancer patients. The goal is to see if this support helps patients start and finish treatment more quickly and improves their quality of care. About 320 adults with solid tumors like lu…

This study tests the ApricityCare program, which helps people with metastatic cancer and their doctors spot treatment side effects early. The goal is to manage these side effects quickly so patients can stay on their cancer therapy longer. About 425 adults starting systemic cance…

This study tests a short self-help booklet designed for people recently diagnosed with certain cancers (breast, colorectal, gynecological, melanoma, or bladder) who still smoke. The goal is to see if the booklet is easy to use and helps increase their motivation to quit. About 10…

This study compares two surgical approaches for removing the bladder in men with bladder cancer: prostate capsule-sparing and nerve-sparing. The goal is to see which technique better preserves erectile function and urinary control. Seventy men will be randomly assigned to one of …

This study tests whether an educational video program and geriatric discharge planning can help people aged 65 and older with bladder cancer recover better after cystectomy (bladder removal surgery). Participants watch videos on mobility, medication, and mental clarity, and meet …

This study looks at whether extra education and support can help women with bladder cancer feel better emotionally and sexually. Researchers will compare a group that gets standard care with a group that also receives handouts, counseling, a support group, and educational session…

This study is building a huge registry of information and biological samples from adults with or at risk for many types of cancer, as well as healthy volunteers. Researchers will use this resource to study what causes cancer and how to better prevent, detect, and treat it. The re…

This study is collecting live tumor samples from 2,000 cancer patients undergoing standard biopsies. Researchers will analyze these samples to understand how tumors respond to immunotherapy drugs outside the body. The goal is to develop a method to predict which patients will res…

This study looks at two common treatments for a type of bladder cancer that keeps coming back: treatments that keep the bladder (like medicine placed directly into the bladder) versus surgery to remove the bladder. The goal is to see which option is better for patients' wallets, …

This study is observing how bladder cancer is treated in Russia and how common certain markers (HER2 and PD-L1) are in different stages. Researchers will look at medical records of 600 people with bladder cancer to see what treatments they receive and how the disease progresses. …

This study collects blood, urine, saliva, and tissue samples from nearly 6,000 people who have or may have cancer, including rare inherited forms. The samples are stored and used for research to understand the genetic and molecular basis of cancer. No new treatment is being teste…

This study tests a redesigned surgical tool for removing bladder tumors. Researchers will use the device on bladder specimens from 25 patients who need their bladder removed. The goal is to see if the modified device provides better tissue samples for pathology, helping doctors a…

This study tracks 770 adults with advanced solid cancers (like lung, head and neck, melanoma, or bladder cancer) who are receiving immunotherapy. Researchers collect tumor and blood samples over time to find biological markers that predict how well the treatment works or causes s…

This study looks at how other medical conditions (comorbidities) affect recovery and survival in 500 bladder cancer patients after bladder removal surgery. Researchers will use artificial intelligence to analyze patient data and find patterns that could help doctors make better t…

This study screens adults with certain cancers (like melanoma, lung, or colorectal cancer) to see if they qualify for experimental treatments being tested by the NCI Surgery Branch. These treatments involve taking a patient's own immune cells, growing them in a lab, and giving th…

This study follows 1,100 adults with rare urinary tract cancers, such as unusual bladder, kidney, testicular, or penile cancers. Researchers will collect medical records, blood and tumor samples, and imaging over many years to understand how these cancers grow and respond to trea…

This study looks at whether certain bacteria or viruses in the bladder might be linked to bladder cancer. Researchers will compare the germs found in cancerous bladder tissue with those in healthy tissue from the same person. The goal is to see if there are differences that could…

This study is looking at whether tiny bits of tumor DNA (ctDNA) found in blood or urine can help doctors better understand and predict the course of a high-risk type of bladder cancer called T1G3. About 35 adults with this cancer will provide samples before, during, and after tre…

This study explores whether giving BCG therapy for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer at home is feasible and effective. It includes two groups: one to understand barriers to treatment compliance, and another to test a home BCG program with a chatbot that tracks symptoms and qual…

This study is testing a software tool that uses DNA from a blood sample to predict the risk of blood clots returning in people with cancer who have finished 3-12 months of blood thinner treatment. The goal is to see if a low-risk result means it's safe to stop blood thinners with…

This study looks at how certain drugs that affect the body's endocannabinoid system (similar to cannabis) change the way bladder muscle contracts. Researchers will take a small piece of healthy-looking bladder tissue from 65 adults having bladder cancer surgery. They will test th…

This study is creating a large database of how patients recover after bladder cancer surgery (radical cystectomy). Researchers at MD Anderson and other centers will collect information from patients and doctors about symptoms and recovery. The goal is to understand what helps peo…

This study collects urine samples from 1000 adults who may have bladder cancer or are being monitored for it. Researchers will use the samples to improve a test called Bladder EpiCheck. Participants provide one urine sample and share basic health information. The goal is to make …

This study collects blood, urine, saliva, and tumor tissue from 500 adults with urothelial cancer (bladder, ureter, or urethra) and healthy volunteers. Researchers will analyze the samples to find genetic differences between normal and cancer cells. The goal is to better understa…

This study tracks how bladder cancer treatment affects patients' energy needs and muscle function. Researchers will measure resting energy use and collect blood samples from 30 patients before and after chemotherapy and surgery. The goal is to learn more about these changes so fu…

This study collects tumor, blood, urine, and stool samples from 1000 adults with suspected or confirmed bladder cancer. The samples are stored securely for future biological and genetic research. The goal is to build a resource that can help scientists better understand the disea…

This study is testing whether a simple rectal mucus sample can detect DNA changes linked to lung, pancreatic, bladder, and colorectal cancers. Researchers will collect samples from 450 adults using a special device and analyze them for genetic and epigenetic markers. The goal is …

This study is creating a large registry and biorepository of information and samples from 1,000 people with bladder cancer. Researchers will collect blood, urine, and tissue samples over two years to study how they relate to tumor development, recurrence, and survival. The goal i…

This study is a large registry that will follow about 8,000 cancer patients who receive radiation therapy using a special machine called an MR-Linac, which combines an MRI scanner with a radiation beam. The goal is to learn how well this technology works for different cancers, in…

This study looks at how urological diseases and their treatments impact patients' work life. Researchers will survey 2,000 adults admitted to a hospital in Poland, focusing on those having major cancer surgeries or stone procedures. Participants will be followed for 6 months to t…

This study looks at whether a short survey called the Geriatric-8 can help doctors choose the best treatment for older patients with advanced bladder cancer who cannot take the strong chemotherapy drug cisplatin. Researchers will compare quality of life and side effects between t…

This study watches how hospitals handle patients admitted with blood in their urine (hematuria). It will track things like how long people stay in the hospital and how quickly they get a diagnosis. The goal is to find the best ways to manage this condition and create guidelines f…

This study is testing a new way to choose chemotherapy for muscle-invasive bladder cancer. Doctors will grow a miniature version of a patient's tumor in the lab (called an organoid) and test different drugs on it to see which works best. Then, the patient receives the drug that k…

This study aims to understand the sexual health challenges faced by bladder cancer patients and develop a support program tailored to their needs. Researchers will interview 30 patients to learn about their experiences and preferences for professional help. The goal is to create …

This study looks at the best times to send messages that encourage physical activity to older cancer survivors (65+) who have chronic pain. About 50 participants will wear an activity tracker and rate their pain four times a day using a smartphone app. The goal is to see if certa…

This study tracks 100 cancer survivors aged 18–74 to see how common muscle loss (sarcopenia) and cognitive problems ('chemo brain') are after treatment. Participants undergo physical and mental assessments. The goal is to better understand these long-term side effects and guide p…

This study looks at women aged 50 and older who have visible blood in their urine along with a bladder infection. Researchers want to find out if these women really need to undergo invasive tests like cystoscopy and CT scans to check for bladder or kidney cancer. By following 300…

This study is testing whether an artificial intelligence (AI) tool can help match cancer patients with the right clinical trials. Researchers will enroll up to 50,000 people with various cancers to see if the AI improves trial enrollment rates and patient outcomes. The goal is to…

This study looks at whether a quick ultrasound of the thigh muscle can detect muscle loss (sarcopenia) in people who have finished cancer treatment. Researchers will compare the ultrasound results with a standard whole-body scan (DEXA) in 55 adults aged 18-74 with certain cancers…

This study is observing 60 people who will have their bladder removed (cystectomy) using a robot-assisted technique. Researchers want to measure how much blood is lost during surgery, how much pain patients feel afterward, and how many need blood transfusions. The goal is to gath…