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| RQM+ | INDUSTRY |
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The objective of this study is to evaluate the safety and performance of the Voro Urologic Scaffold as a prophylactic treatment for post-prostatectomy stress urinary incontinence.
The study is a prospective, multicenter, single arm study. Up to 40 subjects will be treated at up to 3 investigational sites in Panama. Subjects will be followed up post-treatment at catheter removal, 6 weeks post prostatectomy, 3 months, 6 months, 12 months and 2 years.
Approximately 300,000 men undergo radical prostatectomy (RP) worldwide for the treatment of prostate cancer. RP has favorable oncology outcomes but carries risks of erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence. Urinary incontinence after RP has negatively affects patient quality of life.
The bioresorbable Voro Urologic Scaffold is designed to be placed over the anastomotic site during an RP procedure, between the bladder neck and urethral stump, to constrain the urethra immediately proximal to the urinary sphincter. The device is designed to relieve the load on the urinary sphincter. As the anastomosis heals, connective tissues form in the scaffold geometry while the scaffold material resorbs and hence potentially reduce the risk of acute and chronic stress incontinence.
The objective of this study is to evaluate the safety and performance of the Voro Urologic Scaffold as a prophylactic treatment for post-prostatectomy stress urinary incontinence.
The study is a prospective, multicenter, single arm study. Up to 40 subjects will be treated at up to 3 investigational sites in Panama. Subjects will be followed up post-treatment at catheter removal, 6 weeks post prostatectomy, 3 months, 6 months, 12 months and 2 years.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Voro Urologic Scaffold Group | Experimental | Subjects undergo radical prostatectomy procedure as part of their stand of care treatment for their prostate cancer. The Voro Urologic Scaffold is placed during the prostatectomy procedure after prostate removal. The device is placed over the urethral stump in its compressed configuration. With the device compressed at the pelvic floor, the urethral stump is anastomosed with the bladder neck. The device is expanded and positioned over the anastomosed urethra and bladder neck. The distal end of the device is sutured in place and the proximal end of the device is sutured to the bladder. The time of Voro Urologic Scaffold insertion and time of completion of device placement (i.e., final sutures placed) will be recorded. Incision closure will proceed per institution standard of care for the radical prostatectomy procedure. |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| Voro Urologic Scaffold | Device | radical prostatectomy |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| The change in pad weight of 24-hour pad weight test from baseline to post procedure 6-month and 12-month follow-ups. | The pads are pre-weighed prior to providing them to subjects. The test should be started with an empty bladder. The subject will wear pads and perform their normal daily activities for 24 hours. | Baseline, Foley removal (about 2-week post procedure), 6-week, and 3-, 6-, 12- & 24-months follow-ups. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| The change in pad weight of 1-hour pad weight test from baseline to post procedure 6-month and 12-month follow-ups. | The 1-hour pad test follows a standard protocol. Prior to the 1-hour test, the subject is asked to ensure he is adequately hydrated. This will be determined by the color of the urine during the voiding prior to the start of the test. The urine must be clear or light yellow in color to start the test. If the urine is dark yellow, the subject should be given fluids to drink until the urine is light yellow or close to colorless (proper hydration). If voiding is urgent and unavoidable, the test is terminated. Collect voiding volume and repeat the test after re-hydration. |
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| Name | Affiliation | Role |
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| Bruce Choi | Founder and CTO, Levee Medical, Inc | Study Chair |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| National Hospital | Panama City | Punta Pacifica | Panama |
| PubMed Identifier | Type | Citation | Retractions |
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| 41546699 | Derived | Gahan JC, Espino G, Young M, Bodden E, Ferrandino MN. Initial results with an absorbable urologic scaffold to mitigate early urinary incontinence following radical prostatectomy: the ARID study. World J Urol. 2026 Jan 17;44(1):106. doi: 10.1007/s00345-026-06186-7. |
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| ID | Term |
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| D014550 | Urinary Incontinence, Stress |
| ID | Term |
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| D014549 | Urinary Incontinence |
| D014555 | Urination Disorders |
| D014570 | Urologic Diseases |
| D052776 | Female Urogenital Diseases |
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Prospective, non-randomized first-in-man study
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| Baseline, post-procedure 6-week, and 3-, 6-, 12- & 24-months follow-ups. |
| The changes in the standing cough test (SCT) from baseline to post procedure 6-month and 12-month follow-ups. | The subject must verbally confirm that they have not voided for at least 60 minutes prior to the examination. Examination of the urethral meatus is performed while the subject performs four forceful coughs. Towels or pads are held several inches from the meatus during coughs to collect any urinary leakage. Leakage is evaluated using the Male Stress Incontinence Grading Scale (MSIGS). | Baseline, post-procedure 6-week, and 3-, 6-, 12- & 24-months follow-ups. |
| D005261 |
| Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications |
| D000091642 | Urogenital Diseases |
| D052801 | Male Urogenital Diseases |
| D059411 | Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms |
| D020924 | Urological Manifestations |
| D012816 | Signs and Symptoms |
| D013568 | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms |