A study looking at developing new tests to diagnose bladder cancer
Please note - this trial is no longer recruiting patients. We hope to add results when they are available.
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In this study researchers will use urine samples to develop new tests to diagnose bladder cancer.
This study is open to people who have, or might have, bladder cancer and who are going to Sunderland Royal Hospital.
More about this trial
Who can enter
- have bladder cancer
- are having a procedure called TUBRT because there is a strong suspicion you might have bladder cancer
- are going to the Sunderland Royal Hospital
- are at least 18 years old
- kidney stones (calculi) or bladder stones
- previously been diagnosed with prostate cancer or kidney (renal) cancer
- inflammation of the
prostate (prostatitis)
- had a test where a tube is inserted into the bladder or the tubes that carry urine from the bladder to the outside of the body (urethra) in the 2 weeks before being asked to join this study
Trial design
As part of your routine clinic appointment you will be asked to give a urine sample. The study team will ask to use any excess urine from this sample for their research.
You might be asked to give additional urine samples at your next routine appointment.
Taking part in this study will not affect any tests or treatment you might need.
Hospital visits
There are no extra hospital visits.
Side effects
There are no side effects.
Recruitment start:
Recruitment end:
How to join a clinical trial
Please note: In order to join a trial you will need to discuss it with your doctor, unless otherwise specified.
Chief Investigator
Mr Stuart McCracken
Supported by
Arquer Diagnostics Ltd
If you have questions about the trial please contact our cancer information nurses
Freephone 0808 800 4040