Flomax may prevent Post-Surgery urinary woes in older men
NCT ID NCT06257576
First seen Apr 10, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study looked at whether giving tamsulosin (Flomax) to men aged 50 and older during surgery can lower their chances of having trouble urinating or getting a urinary tract infection after a catheter is removed. The trial involved 87 men having elective abdominal surgery. Researchers tracked how many developed urinary retention or infection within the first few days after surgery.
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Locations
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Emory Johns Creek Hospital
Johns Creek, Georgia, 30097, United States
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Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
Atlanta, Georgia, 30308, United States
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Emory University Hospital (EUH)
Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States
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Emory University Hospital Midtown
Atlanta, Georgia, 30308, United States
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