New catheter design aims to make Self-Catheterization easier and more comfortable
NCT ID NCT07714694
First seen Jul 20, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a new type of intermittent catheter designed for people with urinary retention or neurogenic bladder who need to self-catheterize several times a day. Participants will use the investigational catheter and compare it to their usual product, providing feedback on ease of insertion, comfort, bladder drainage, and overall satisfaction. The goal is to see if the new catheter is safe, easy to use, and preferred over existing options.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- An intermittent urethral urinary catheter with a tip, tube and drainage eyelets
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this catheter could offer a more comfortable and easier-to-use option for people who need to self-catheterize multiple times a day.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study focused on user feedback and initial safety, so results may not apply to all users or guarantee long-term benefits.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 50 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Jul 2026
- Expected to finish
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Oct 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A company
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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.
- Ages
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22 years and older
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * is living in the USA * is male * is at least 22 years of age * can speak, read, and write in English * is self-catheterizing 3 or more times a day * has been performing unassisted, self-catheterizations, with a Hydrophilic IC, for at least 1 month * currently uses one of the hydrophilic ICs (length=40cm; size=Ch. 14) listed below: 1. Hollister Incorporated VaPro Pocket Nelaton Tip (clear protective tip) (SKU 70144) 2. Hollister Incorporated VaPro Pocket Coude (blue protective tip) (SKU 77144) 3. Hollister Incorporated VaPro Coude (blue protective tip) (SKU 73144) 4. Hollister Incorporated VaPro Plus Nelaton (clear protective tip) (SKU 74144) 5. Hollister Incorporated VaPro Plus Pocket Nelaton (clear protective tip) (SKU 71144) 6. Hollister Incorporated Onli Nelaton (SKU: 82144-30) 7. Hollister Incorporated Onli Coudé (SKU: 85144) 8. Wellspect LoFric Origo Nelaton (SKU: 443 14 40) 9. Wellspect LoFric Origo Tiemann/Coudé (SKU: 444 14 40) 10. Wellspect LoFric Origo Flexible Coudé with protective sleeve (SKU: 449 14 40) 11. Wellspect LoFric Origo Flexible Coudé with insertion grip (SKU: 447 14 40) 12. Coloplast SpeediCath Standard Male (SKU: 28414) 13. Coloplast SpeediCath Male Coudé Tip (SKU: 28494) 14. Coloplast SpeediCath Flex Coudé Pro (SKU: 20014) 15. Convatec GentleCath Glide Male Straight Tip (SKU: 421567) 16. Convatec GentleCath Glide Male Tiemann Tip (SKU: 421910) 17. Convatec GentleCath Air Male Straight Tip (SKU:510690) 18. Convatec GentleCath Air Male Coude Tip (SKU:510696) 19. Convatec GentleCath Hydrophilic, 14FR, Straight (SKU: 508996) 20. Convatec GentleCath Hydrophilic, 14FR, Coude (SKU: 509001) 21. Convatec Cure - Hydrophilic Cure Catheter Straight Tip (SKU: HM14) 22. Convatec Cure - Hydrophilic Cure Catheter Coudé Tip (SKU: HM14C) 23. Bard - Magic3® Go Male, 14FR, Straight (SKU:53814G) 24. Bard - Magic3® Go Male, 14FR, Coude (SKU:50814G) 25. Bard - Magic3®, 14FR, Straight (SKU: 53614G) 26. Bard - Magic3®, 14FR, Straight (SKU: 53614) aa. Bard - Magic3®, 14FR, Coude (SKU: 50614) * is willing and able to follow the study protocol procedures including completing online questionnaires as demonstrated by signing the Informed Consent * is willing to switch from their current, typical intermittent catheter to the study-provided study products (e.g., study catheters) during the latter portion of the study * is willing to provide permission via the study informed consent and HIPAA Authorization Form for study staff to contact prescribing healthcare provider for a copy of their active prescription. Alternatively subject can opt to provide study staff with their active prescription. Exclusion Criteria: * is currently receiving chemotherapy, has received chemotherapy within the past 30 days, or is scheduled to receive chemotherapy during the study (i.e., in the next 34 days) * is currently undergoing, has previously underwent, or is planning to undergo radiation therapy to the bladder, prostate, or rectum during the study (i.e., in the next 34 days) * is currently using one or more of the following oral or injectable steroid therapies for 30 days or more: 1. Acthar Gel 2. corticotropin 3. Agamree 4. vamorolone 5. budesonide 6. Cortef 7. hydrocortisone 8. Cortrophin Gel 9. corticotrophin 10. dexamethasone 11. deflazacort 12. prednisone 13. Emflaza 14. Eohilia 15. fludrocortisone 16. Jaythari 17. Orapred ODT 18. prednisolone 19. Pyquvi 20. Rayos 21. Tarpeyo 22. Uceris * currently has urinary tract infection (UTI) symptoms or has been diagnosed with a UTI by a healthcare provider in the last 2 weeks * has a retracted penis * has skin irritation or lesions (sores) on the penis * Performs non-urethral catheterization * Has participated in a study involving actual use of a study urethral IC (i.e. inserting/removing) within the last 30 days * Is currently an employee of Hollister Incorporated or any other intermittent catheter manufacturer.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Hollister Incorporated
RECRUITINGLibertyville, Illinois, 60048, United States
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