Ultrasound Guided Pudendal Block in Transurethral Prostatectomies
Turkey (Türkiye)40 participantsStarted 2011-12
Plain-language summary
The pudendal nerve conveys sensory, motor, sympathetic fibres to the perineum, bladder neck and proximal urethra. Pain management during transurethral procedures is a major concern.Patients who have been catheterized under anesthesia complained of urgency in the postoperative period because of catheter-related bladder irritation. We want to investigate that the effect of pudendal block to postoperative pain, bladder spasm and patient comfort in transurethral prostatectomies
Who can participate
Age range
50 Years – 80 Years
Sex
MALE
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Inclusion Criteria:
* ASA I,II,III status
* Who were scheduled to have elective transurethral resection of the prostate
Exclusion Criteria:
* Chronic renal failure
* coagulopathy
* active anorectal disease
* active urinary tract infection
* uncontrolled diabetes
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This trial looked at using an ultrasound-guided pudendal nerve block during transurethral prostate surgery to reduce bladder spasms afterward — is that something that could be considered as part of my pain management plan if I'm having this procedure?
2Since this trial specifically measured postoperative bladder spasms as its main outcome, what did the results suggest about how well the pudendal block actually reduced those spasms compared to not having the block?
3Bladder spasms after transurethral prostate surgery can be really uncomfortable — what are the standard ways my care team currently manages that, and how does a pudendal nerve block compare to those options?
4Because this study is listed as 'Phase NA,' it seems more focused on a technique or procedure rather than a new drug — does that mean there's already enough safety data on pudendal blocks that my doctor would feel comfortable discussing it as a real option for me?
5Are there any reasons based on my specific health situation — like anatomy, medications I'm on, or other conditions — why a pudendal nerve block during this type of surgery might not be appropriate for me to explore with my surgical team?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.