World's first bladder transplant trial launches: robotic surgery offers new hope

NCT ID NCT05462561

First seen Jan 26, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This early-stage trial tests whether a donated bladder can be transplanted using robotic surgery in 5 adults with severe bladder damage. The goal is to see if the transplant works and is safe. Participants will need to take lifelong anti-rejection drugs, so this is a disease-control approach, not a cure.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • USC / Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center

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    Los Angeles, California, 90033, United States

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