Prostate Cancer Research Study

  • Prostate Cancer Research Study

  • Have you or your partner had treatment for Prostate Cancer in the last 1-5 years? We are looking for South African men who have had either a Prostatectomy OR Radiation Therapy (Brachytherapy or External Beam Radiation).

    If this sounds like you or your partner, we would be grateful if you could complete this survey, it should only take 10-15 min of your time.

     

  • About the Researchers

    My name is Pierre Röscher, and I am part of a research team at the Clinical Urology department at the Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine, UKZN. The research team includes urologists, physiotherapists and professional researchers. This study forms part of my PhD that I am completing related to Prostate Cancer side effects. I can be contacted via email if you require any additional information: pierre.roscher@gmail.com

  • About the Study

    We are investigating sexual side effects after Prostate Cancer treatment, and how they impact patients. We are looking for participants to complete a set of demographic questions such as age and race, procedure details and general health, as well as some more specific questions relating to the impact of sexual side effects after Prostate Cancer treatment. 

  • Ethical Clearance to Conduct the Study

    This study has obtained full ethical clearance.

    This study registration is BREC/00000478/2019.

    If you have any concerns, you are welcome to contact the research office at: BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH ETHICS ADMINISTRATION, Research Office, Westville Campus, Govan Mbeki Building, Private Bag X 54001, Durban, 4000, KwaZulu-Natal, SOUTH AFRICA, Tel: 27 31 2604769 - Fax: 27 31 2604609. Email: BREC@ukzn.ac.za

  • STUDY INCLUSION CRITERIA

    Inclusion Criteria: Participants who qualify for inclusion in this study will meet the following criteria.

    1. Participants must have undergone treatment for Prostate Cancer consisting of radical prostate surgery (Prostatectomy) or prostate radiation (Brachytherapy or External Beam Radiation) in the last 1-5 years.
    2. Participants must be aged between 45 and 75 years.
    3. Participants must be South African, and have had their treatment in South Africa.
    4. Patients must be able to understand, read and write in English.
    5. Participants must be otherwise medically stable.
    6. Participants must consent to partake in the study.
    7. Participants must not have any of the exclusion criteria. 

     

  • STUDY EXCLUSION CRITERIA

    Exclusion Criteria- Participants who are ELIGIBLE to participate MUST NOT have had any of the following ·

    1. Erectile dysfunction due to other conditions before being diagnosed with Prostate Cancer.
    2. Incontinence due to other conditions before being diagnosed with Prostate Cancer.
    3. Previous nerve conditions of the lower spine causing any pelvic pain, incontinence or erectile dysfunction.
    4. Previous pelvic trauma/fractures.
    5. Other cancers of the spine, vital organs and or pelvis.
    6. Undergoing treatment for any other type of cancer.

  • With reference to the inclusion and exclusion criteria, please assess if you meet the requirements and continue with the survey. If you do not meet the criteria to continue as a participant, then we wish you well in your recovery and thank you for your willingness to help us.

  • Consent

    By completing this questionnaire, you consent to participate in this study. You understand that you may withdraw at any point, and you understand that you will not be compensated for your participation in this study. You understand that the information provided in this survey is anonymous, but the collective results may be used as part of an academic publication in a medical journal.

     

  • Who is completing this questionnaire?*

  • PART A: Demographic Information

  • * Please complete the details for the patient in the rest of the survey if you are completing this on behalf of someone else.

  • Date of Birth*
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  • Race*
  • In which province did you receive your Prostate Cancer treatment?*
  • Did you receive your Prostate Cancer treatment in the private or government sector?*
  • Indicate the type of treatment you have received and indicate how long ago the treatment was done*
  • Are you currently on medication to treat Hypertension?*
  • Are you currently on medication to treat Depression?*
  • Are you on medication to treat Diabetes?*
  • Were you Sexually Active before your treatment for Prostate Cancer started?*
  • If YES, did you require any of the following
  • Are you currently Sexually Active*
  • Have you used medication before to treat Erectile Dysfunction after your treatment?*
  • Are you currently on medication to treat Erectile Dysfunction (Viagra/Cialis, other etc) ?*
  • What is your perceived effectiveness of the above mention drug/drugs if applicable (choose one)?
  • Have you ever used a vacuum erectile device (penis pump) after your treatment for Prostate Cancer?*
  • Are you currently using a vacuum erectile device?*
  • If YES, what is your perceived effectiveness of the vacuum erectile device if applicable (penis pump)?
  • Are you currently using Penile Injections ?*
  • If YES, what is your perceived effectiveness of the Penile Injections (if applicable)?
  • Are you currently using a Penile Prosthesis?*
  • If YES, what is your perceived effectiveness of the Penile Prosthesis (if applicable)?
  • Have you had any involvement (participated) in support groups after your Prostate Cancer treatment?
  • Have you had any treatment sessions with a Psychologist after your Prostate Cancer treatment to help you with your recovery?

  • Part B: The Neglected Sexual Side Effects After Prostate Cancer Screening Tool

    Think about the last 3 months a, and answer the following questions. 

  • Leaking Urine with Sexual Arousal

  • Have you experienced any involuntary leaking of urine associated with sexual arousal (besides during an orgasm)? *Arousal can be defined as the state of being sexually excited with or without ejaculation, and with or without a partner.*
  • If YES, how problematic is this when you engage in sexual activity?

  • Achieving an Orgasm

  • Have you been able to achieve an orgasm? (*An orgasm may be achieved with or without ejaculating)*
  • If YES, how problematic is it to achieve an orgasm when you engage in sexual activity?

  • Leaking Urine During an Orgasm

  • Have you experienced any involuntary leaking of urine during an orgasm? (*An orgasm may be achieved with or without ejaculating)*
  • If YES, how problematic is this when you engage in sexual activity?

  • Pain During an Orgasm

  • Have you experienced pain during an orgasm? (*An orgasm may be achieved with or without ejaculating)*
  • If YES, how problematic is this when you engage in sexual activity?

  • Ejaculate Volume

  • When you ejaculate, has the volume of ejaculatory fluid decreased?*
  • If YES, how problematic is this when you engage in sexual activity?

  • Penile Sensory Changes:

  • Have you experienced any sensory changes in your penis ?*
  • If YES, how problematic is this when you engage in sexual activity?

  • Penile Length

  • Has your penis become shorter in length?*
  • If YES, how problematic is this when you engage in sexual activity?

  • Penile Curve

  • Has your penis developed any new curvatures or bends?*
  • If YES, how problematic is this when you engage in sexual activity?

  • PART C

    Please answer the following 3 questions in your own words.

  • Thank you for taking the time to help us with our important research.

  • Would you be willing to participate in a follow up online questionnaire in a few days that should only take 5 minutes of your time.
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