Study aims to uncover what bladder cancer patients really need after surgery
NCT ID NCT07180121
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Aug 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study follows 200 bladder cancer patients who have had their bladder removed (cystectomy) to understand their information needs and how rehabilitation support can be improved. Researchers will track patients over time to see what help they need and how well they cope. The goal is to design better support programs that help patients adapt to life after surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help doctors better understand what information and support bladder cancer patients need after bladder removal surgery, leading to improved rehabilitation programs.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not testing a new treatment. It may not directly change patient outcomes, and results may not apply to all hospitals or patient groups.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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About 200 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Sep 2024
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
The lead sponsor is a government body.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Patients \>18 years who have undergone cystectomy for bladder cancer.
- Ages
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18 to 100 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- 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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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion criteria: * Patients \>18 years * Diagnosis bladder cancer * Cystectomy Exclusion criteria: \- Cognitive impairment screened using the screening tool 4AT.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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How to take part
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The places running it
1 site. The list below names each one and where it is.
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The official record
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Department of Urology
Linköping, 581 83, Sweden
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