UROLOGIC DISEASES

This study looks at how well the drug vorolanib works for people with advanced kidney cancer that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery. It is for patients who need a second treatment after the first one stopped working. Researchers will track how long patients live without …

This study tests whether using a virtual reality headset (REALICA) can help reduce pain and anxiety in people undergoing common outpatient urology procedures like prostate biopsy, cystoscopy, or circumcision. About 56 adults will use the VR device during their procedure and repor…

This study looks at whether a 21-day spa program, including mineral water baths and exercise, can help people with chronic kidney and urinary tract problems. Researchers will check 150 adults (ages 40-70) before and after treatment using blood tests, urine tests, and quality-of-l…

This study looks at whether injecting Botox into the bladder during standard prostate surgery (HoLEP) can better relieve overactive bladder symptoms like sudden urges and leaks. About 66 men aged 18-89 with these symptoms will take part. The goal is to see if the combination is s…

This study looks at two methods of removing a bladder catheter after urological surgery in men. One method is the usual way, where a nurse pulls it out. The other method lets the catheter fall out on its own due to gravity. The goal is to see which method makes patients more sati…

This study looks at how hospitals across the country handle patients who are admitted with blood in their urine (hematuria). Researchers will track over 1,000 patients to see what tests and treatments they receive, how long they stay in the hospital, and their outcomes. The goal …

This study looks at how well three AI chatbots—ChatGPT, Gemini, and Deepseek—can diagnose and suggest treatments for urology diseases. Researchers will use 800 past patient records from four hospitals to check the AI's accuracy and usefulness. The goal is to see if these AI tools…

This study tests a new method using videos and online tools to help patients better understand their upcoming spine or urology surgery. Researchers want to see if this approach improves patient satisfaction and knowledge compared to standard consent forms. About 300 adults schedu…

This study tests a new device called the Glean Urodynamics System (GUS) that measures bladder pressure without a catheter. About 28 adult women with bladder issues will use the device at home and in the clinic. Researchers want to see if it is safe and works as well as the standa…

This study looks at bacteria found in urine, the genital area, and stool of children with overactive bladder and daytime wetting, and compares them to healthy children. Researchers want to see if these bacterial communities are different and if they change with treatment or age. …