Scientists grow new urethras in lab to fix blockages

NCT ID NCT03258658

First seen May 30, 2026 · Last updated Jun 15, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This early-phase trial tests whether a lab-grown urethra made from a patient's own cells can safely repair urethral strictures (narrowing of the urine tube) in adult men. Ten participants will receive the engineered tissue, and researchers will monitor for side effects and improvements in urine flow. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and works before larger studies.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of California San Francisco

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    San Francisco, California, 94110, United States

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  • Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine (WFIRM)

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    Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States

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