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Genetic Study of Chronic Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome (CP/CPPS)

Who can join

All ages · All sexes

Inclusion Criteria:

* Have symptoms for at least 3 months within the preceding 6 months:
* Pain in the pelvic area
* Urinary frequency and/or
* Urinary urgency and/or
* Sexual dysfunction (erectile dysfunction)
* Have CP/CPPS, Interstitial Cystitis (IC), Bladder Pain Syndrome BPS, or Bladder Fasciculation Syndrome (BFS)
* Be willing to provide a blood/saliva, bladder tissue (from previous biopsy) and urine sample
* Agree to complete several brief questionnaires
* Family member of someone with CP/CPPS, BPS, IC or BFS
* Live in the USA or Canada

Exclusion Criteria:

* Major structural/anatomical urinary tract abnormalities
* Underlying inborn or congenital conditions which affect the urinary tract
* Surgery/chemotherapy in the pelvic area
* Bacterial cause to CP/CPPS or recurrent Urinary tract infections (UTI)
* Traumatic cause to CP/CPPS

About the study

Chronic Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome (CP/CPPS) is a condition with several causes of which some remain unknown. It is believed that some types of CP may be genetic or passed down (inherited) from one generation to the next.

In this study, we are collecting genetic material and medical information to try to determine if genetic factors play a role in CP/CPPS. We will be collecting DNA (from Blood/Saliva sample) and urine from each participant. Bladder tissue from affected individuals will also be collected. Individuals and families with CP/CPPS will be enrolled. Family members of an individual with CP/CPPS are eligible whether or not they also experience CP/CPPS symptoms.

Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital · Participants: 500 · Started: Jan 15, 2007

Contact the study team

• Elicia Estrella, MS, LCGC · Phone: 617-919-4552

Official record on ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT00499317

Locations in the U.S.

Conditions

• Interstitial Cystitis
• Pelvic Pain
• Sexual Problems in Men
• Erectile Dysfunction
• Sexual Problems in Women

From ClinicalTrials.gov, data retrieved Sep 30, 2026. Each study sets its own eligibility; the study team decides who can join.