Plain-English translation of NCT06803550 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether a carefully planned Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocol—a set of 14 evidence-based steps designed to help you recover better after rectal surgery—can reduce a common complication called postoperative urinary retention, where patients struggle to urinate after their procedure. Half of the participants will follow this structured 14-step recovery plan, while the other half will receive routine standard care. The researchers will track whether the new approach helps prevent urinary problems in the first few days after surgery.
After rectal surgery, some patients experience difficulty urinating, which can be uncomfortable and sometimes require a catheter. Researchers want to know if following a comprehensive, structured recovery plan based on best practices can prevent this complication from happening in the first place.
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If you join this trial, you'll have surgery for your rectal condition as planned, but you'll be randomly assigned to either follow the enhanced 14-step recovery protocol or receive standard routine care. You'll be contacted by phone 72 hours after surgery to check how you're doing, then visit the clinic for follow-up appointments over the next 30 days. You can also contact the study team anytime if you have concerns or problems during recovery.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Aug 31, 2026 · Not medical advice
Egypt
Sponsor
Mansoura University
Enrollment target
~100 participants
Started
December 2024
Primary completion
April 2025
This trial's estimated completion date has passed — the record may not be fully up to date.
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in February 2025.
Reach out to the team running this trial. Response times vary — some teams are faster than others.
Central contact
Mostafa Shalaby, MD, PhD
Mansoura University
Tell us you're interested and we'll help connect you with the research team. We'll walk you through what to expect first — no email needed to get started.