Patient and Caregiver Perspectives on Intravesical Instillations for Urinary Symptoms

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age18+
SponsorMedstar Health Research Institute

About this trial

The goal of this observational qualitative study is to learn about the experiences and perspectives of patients with neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD) and their caregivers regarding different types of intravesical instillations used for urinary health. The study aims to understand the perceived benefits, challenges, and opportunities related to Lactobacillus-only, gentamicin-only, and combined gentamicin-Lactobacillus instillations. The main question this study seeks to answer is:

1\. Determine patient and caregivers' preferences, and overall experiences regarding intravesical therapeutics for urinary symptoms and UTI

Researchers will compare responses from four groups: participants who have used Lactobacillus-only instillations, gentamicin-only instillations, combined gentamicin-Lactobacillus instillations, and caregivers who have experience supporting instillations.

Participants will take part in a one-hour semi-structured interview and may be contacted for brief follow-up discussions to clarify findings. Interviews will be audio-recorded, transcribed, and analyzed using qualitative data software to identify themes related to treatment preferences and acceptability.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Age 18+

Diagnosis of NLUTD

Chronic catheter usage (minimum 6 months), either intermittent catheterization or indwelling catheter

Community-dwelling

Disqualifiers

Psychiatric or psychologic conditions impacting ability to consent

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Not listed

Trial groups

No trial groups listed

Sponsors and collaborators

Medstar Health Research Institute

Lead sponsor

Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs

Collaborator