New Overactive Bladder Study Seeks Participants
By Space Coast Medicine // June 6, 2012
Laser Therapy Trial
BREVARD COUNTY • MELBOURNE, FLORIDA – Zipper Urogynecology Associates, a Melbourne-based urogynecology practice, invites women to participate in a new research study to evaluate the effectiveness of investigational laser therapy in the treatment of overactive bladder in women.
To join the study, participants must:
• Be a woman at least 21 years of age
• Meet the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) definition of overactive bladder or urinary frequency.
• Have failed to respond to non-invasive treatments for the underlying disorder or have declined other treatment.
Following the initial examination and laser procedure, participants will avoid unprotected sexual intercourse over a three-week period.
The total estimated time commitment is five hours in a year.
Participants also will complete questionnaires periodically for up to 12 months following the procedure.
The entire study will take place at the Zipper Urogynecology medical facility at 1130 S. Harbor City Blvd., Suite 101, in Melbourne.
The study is currently enrolling patients.
Interested participants should call 321-674-2114.
