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New treatment option for Nocturnal Enuresis
Official title Optimal Pulse Width Used in Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation for Treating Nocturnal Enuresis in Children
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06135311
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Children referred to pediatric urology clinic for primary nocturnal enuresis will be screened for enrollment. Patients who fail will next be offered therapy with a bedwetting alarm device or a TENS unit as an alternative, and those who chose TENS therapy will be included in the study.The patients will be randomized into two groups of 35 patients each.Group 1 will be the high pulse width set at 260us.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 5 to 17
You may be able to join if
- Presenting with nocturnal enuresis (more than 1x a week)
- Failed Behavioral modification treatment (limiting evening drinking, double voiding prior to bedtime, bowel habits, social anxiety factors) during...
- Ability to provide informed consent and assent and complete study requirements
You likely can't join if
- Patients who have previously tried pharmacologic treatment for nocturnal enuresis, neuromodulation or other alternative therapy for urologic...
- Daytime incontinence symptoms
- Known "high volume" voiders (determined from history)
- Bedwetting episodes on the average of less than two times per week,
- Medications predisposing to incontinence (eg, Lithium for bipolar disorder)
- Other known voiding or neurologic disorders (eg, overactive bladder, myelomeningocele, interstitial cystitis, etc)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Presenting with nocturnal enuresis (more than 1x a week)
- Failed Behavioral modification treatment (limiting evening drinking, double voiding prior to bedtime, bowel habits, social anxiety factors) during the 30 day period prior to randomization
- Ability to provide informed consent and assent and complete study requirements
- Patients who have previously tried pharmacologic treatment for nocturnal enuresis, neuromodulation or other alternative therapy for urologic disorders within the past 30 days
- Daytime incontinence symptoms
- Known "high volume" voiders (determined from history)
- Bedwetting episodes on the average of less than two times per week,
- Medications predisposing to incontinence (eg, Lithium for bipolar disorder)
- Other known voiding or neurologic disorders (eg, overactive bladder, myelomeningocele, interstitial cystitis, etc)
- Secondary etiologies for nocturnal enuresis (eg, cystitis, obstructive sleep apnea, urinary fistulae, heart disease)
- Any contraindications to usage of a TENS unit (pacemaker or other implantable device, lymphedema, pregnancy, malignancy, bleeding or clotting disorders, unhealthy tissue, seizure disorders, impaired cognition)
- Any history of heart disease or complications
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Albany, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 5 years to 17 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Albany, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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