๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-01-28

Patient and Caregiver Perspectives on Intravesical Instillations for Urinary Symptoms (NCT07390591)

Intravesical Gentamicin Coupled With Lactobacillus Rhamnosus for Urinary Health- Early Career

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Interventional Protocol ๐Ÿ“Š Observational Clinical Research Sponsor: Medstar Health Research Institute

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

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.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Medstar National Rehabilitation Hospital โ€” Washington D.C., District of Columbia

Age range: 18 Years

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๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Medstar National Rehabilitation Hospital โ€” Washington D.C., District of Columbia

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (202) 892-5857

Email: Christopher.R.Riegner@medstar.net

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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