Efficacy of Acupuncture for Postoperative Urinary Retention Following Radical Hysterectomy for Ce… (NCT07711977) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Efficacy of Acupuncture for Postoperative Urinary Retention Following Radical Hysterectomy for Cervical Cancer
324 participantsStarted 2026-07
Plain-language summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if acupuncture works to treat postoperative urinary retention in patients who have undergone radical hysterectomy for cervical cancer. The main question it aims to answer is:
Does acupuncture lower the volume of post-void residual in participants who need to use intermittent catheterization to assist with voiding after radical hysterectomy for cervical cancer?
Researchers will compare acupuncture to sham acupuncture (non-penetrating needles: using placebo needles with a blunt tip that gives the sensation of skin penetration without actually piercing the skin) to see if acupuncture works to treat postoperative urinary retention.
Participants will:
1. Receive acupuncture or sham acupuncture or tamsulosin for 2 weeks.
2. Visit the clinic before and after treatment for checkups and tests.
3. Keep a voiding diary and record the volume of post-void residual and the number of times they use intermittent catheterization.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients with a pathologically confirmed diagnosis of cervical cancer who have undergone radical hysterectomy for cervical cancer.
* Patients who developed urinary retention after catheter removal during routine postoperative follow-up (2-4 weeks after surgery), with post-void residual urine volume measured by ultrasound exceeding 100 ml on two consecutive occasions.
* Aged ≥18 years.
* Patients who are informed and voluntarily sign the informed consent form.
* Patients with a Karnofsky Performance Status (KPS) score ≥70 .
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients with a clear preoperative diagnosis of urinary retention or voiding dysfunction.
* Patients with urinary retention caused by conditions other than radical surgery for cervical cancer, such as spinal cord injury or other diseases.
* Patients with severe heart, lung, or kidney failure, or those with severe medical comorbidities.
* Patients with a severe bleeding tendency due to any cause.
* Patients with severe consciousness disorders or psychiatric/psychological conditions that preclude cooperation with treatment.
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.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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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.
What they're measuring
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Post-void residual urine volume (PVR)
Timeframe: pre-intervention，immediately after the intervention
Trial details
NCT IDNCT07711977
SponsorObstetrics & Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University