Plain-English translation of NCT05726786 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
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This study is testing whether a special oral nutrition supplement called can help patients recover better after bladder removal surgery (cystectomy). The supplement contains specific nutrients designed to boost your immune system and nutritional status before surgery. Researchers want to see if taking this treatment for seven days before your operation reduces complications like infections and helps you heal faster.
Bladder removal surgery has high rates of serious complications—between 40 and 75% of patients develop problems like infections after the procedure. Poor nutrition before surgery is known to increase these risks, and research in other types of surgery suggests this nutrition supplement may help. However, doctors don't yet have strong evidence that it works specifically for bladder surgery, so this trial aims to find out.
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If you join this study, you will be randomly assigned to either receive the special nutrition supplement or standard care. If you receive the supplement, you would drink it daily for seven days before your scheduled bladder removal surgery. The study team will track your recovery after surgery and monitor for any complications during your hospital stay and follow-up visits. The entire study participation relates to the week before surgery plus your normal recovery period following your operation.
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