Bladder cancer treatment at home? new study tests feasibility

NCT ID NCT07048496

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

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 quality of life. The goal is to see if patients can successfully complete their treatments at home rather than in a clinic.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guérin) delivered at home

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that home-based BCG treatment is a practical option, potentially improving convenience and adherence for bladder cancer patients.

What could go wrong

This is a small pilot study (50 participants) focused on feasibility, not on curing or controlling the disease. The results may not apply to all patients, and home treatment could pose safety or logistical challenges.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

non-invasive bladder urothelial carcinoma urinary bladder carcinoma Urinary Bladder Neoplasms

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Abramson Cancer Center

    RECRUITING

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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