New study tests whether education and support groups ease bladder Cancer's hidden toll

NCT ID NCT05649306

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

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 sessions. About 80 women will take surveys about their mood and sexual function to see if the extra help makes a difference.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Additional education and support services (patient handouts, counseling, support groups, educational series, referrals)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward simple ways to improve emotional well-being and sexual health for women with bladder cancer.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study (80 people) testing education, not a drug. It may not show clear benefits, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 80 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jan 2023

Expected to finish

Sep 2029

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Females Diagnosed with Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer and Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Females with bladder cancer * Willing to answer surveys regarding their psychosocial health and sexual health Exclusion Criteria: * Not undergoing either active treatment or active surveillance (i.e. patients on hospice care) * Patients with cognitive impairments * Women who are pregnant

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

urinary bladder carcinoma Urinary Bladder Neoplasms Urogenital Neoplasms

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States

  • Sibley Memorial Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20016, United States

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