RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07071207

Effect of Text Message Reminders on M-ISI Score After Prostate Surgery

Effect of Text Message Reminders on Michigan Incontinence Symptom Index Score After Prostate Surgery


Sponsor

University of Rochester

Enrollment

132 participants

Start Date

Sep 15, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The purpose of this study is to compare post-prostatectomy incontinence via Michigan Incontinence Score Index in patients receiving daily text message reminders for pelvic floor exercises when compared to those not receiving text reminders.


Eligibility

Sex: MALEMin Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria7

  • Planning to undergo a radical prostatectomy (RALP) or laser enucleation of the prostate (LEP) procedure
  • Patient of URMC Urology
  • Adult male 18 years of age and older
  • Able to read, write, and speak in English (NOTE: due to limitations with questionnaire validation, only English-speaking subjects are permitted)
  • Has access to a mobile device capable of receiving automated text messages.
  • Willing to receive text messages and to complete questionnaires via SMS text.
  • Willingness to participate and able to provide informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria6

  • Less than 18 years of age
  • Unable to send and receive SMS texts
  • Unable to read, write, and speak English
  • Catheter dependency
  • Has or plans to have Artificial Urinary Sphincter or Urethral Sling during the study period
  • In the opinion of the investigator, the subject has a history or current evidence of any condition, therapy, or laboratory abnormality that might confound the results of the study, interfere with the subject's participation for the full duration of the study, or is not in the best interest of the subject to participate.

Interventions

BEHAVIORALText message reminders

daily 8am text messages reminding patients to perform Kegel exercises as per their standard-of-care post-operative discharge instructions.


Locations(1)

158 Sawgrass clinic; Suite 3100

Rochester, New York, United States

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