Fitbits after bladder surgery: can they cut hospital returns?

NCT ID NCT06397040

First seen Nov 05, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study tested whether using Fitbits and daily smartphone surveys after bladder cancer surgery could help doctors spot problems early and reduce hospital readmissions. 38 adults who had bladder removal surgery were randomly assigned to either standard care or extra remote monitoring. The goal was to see if this approach improves patient-reported outcomes and lowers complication rates.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15232, United States

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