Perioperative Pelvic Floor Muscle Training May Improve Recovery of Continence in Men with Localized Prostate Cancer Undergoing Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy

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Ronald Boris, MD

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Overview

The purpose of this study is to determine if pelvic floor muscle training with a physical therapist before and after surgery will improve health-related quality of life following robot-assisted radical prostatectomy.

Description

The purpose of this study is to determine whether initiating pelvic floor muscle training preoperatively improves quality of life symptoms related specifically to urinary health following robot-assisted radial prostatectomy.

Eligibility

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions:
    Prostate Cancer, Urinary Incontinence, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
  • Age: Between 18 Years - 100 Years
  • Gender: Male

Inclusion Criteria
Patients scheduling to undergo robot-assisted radical prostatectomy
Patients willing and able to complete the EPIC questionnaire in its entirety
Exclusion Criteria
Previous prostate surgery
Radiation treatment
History of incontinence defined as any pad use for urinary leakage in the past 6 months
Additional Information:
Participants will not be paid for their participation.

Updated on 09 Mar 2024. Study ID: 1501440753 (IUSCC-0523)

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