Charlottesville, VANCT05790850Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Bladder Cancer Clinical Trial in Charlottesville, VA

Access cutting-edge bladder cancer treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Charlottesville. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Virginia

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This study follows strict safety protocols and ethical guidelines

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All study-related bladder cancer treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Charlottesville

    Convenient for VA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Charlottesville site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Bladder Cancer Study in Charlottesville

The PRIMER (Pre-Habilitation With Mindfulness and Exercise for Patients Undergoing Radical Cystectomy) trial is a pilot designed to estimate the feasibility of integrating a home-based pre-operative exercise and mindfulness program (pre-habilitation program) for patients scheduled to undergo radical cystectomy for bladder cancer in an attempt to improve both physical and psychological conditioning pre-operatively.

Sponsor: University of Virginia

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study
Male or female, aged ≥18 years of age
Good surgical candidate determined by treating surgeon
Histologically documented muscle invasive urothelial carcinoma of the bladder, high-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer, non-muscle invasive bladder cancer refractory to BCG, cisplatin ineligible muscle invasive bladder cancer receiving upfront cystectomy, urothelial carcinoma of the bladder with variant histology
Adequate Organ Function per protocol definition
ECOG performance status ≤2
Received medical clearance to complete cardiopulmonary exercise testing
Willing to use the personal or study provided devices for monitoring and performing the exercise routines.
Fluent in English or Spanish for the EORTC QLQ questionnaire
No known contraindications to high intensity exercise

Exclusion Criteria

Contraindications to participating in aerobic exercise
Currently participating in an aerobic exercise program
New onset chest pain nor dyspnea with exertion
Histologically documented micropapillary or sarcomatoid bladder cancer
Distant metastatic carcinoma

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Charlottesville?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05790850) has an active research site in Charlottesville, VA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Bladder Cancer Treatment Options in Charlottesville, VA

If you're searching for bladder cancer treatment options in Charlottesville, VA, this clinical trial (NCT05790850) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Charlottesville research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced bladder cancer specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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