Ejaculatory-Sparing HoLEP vs Standard HoLEP
The objective of this study is to compare a new surgical technique for HoLEP that will allow for sparing of ejaculation post-HoLEP.
| Condition(s) | Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Enlarged Prostate With Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms |
|---|---|
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | NA |
| Study type | Interventional |
| Summary | The objective of this study is to compare a new surgical technique for HoLEP that will allow for sparing of ejaculation post-HoLEP. |
| Who can participate | Inclusion Criteria: \- Patients who are sexually active with antegrade ejaculation who are undergoing HoLEP for the treatment of bothersome lower urinary tract symptoms. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with pre-existing retrograde ejaculation * Patients who are not sexually active * Patients with indwelling urinary catheter prior to surgery, neurological disease, or history of prior prostatic/urethral surgery that may impact ejaculation * Patients who lack decisional capacity * Patients unable to read/speak English |
| Ages | 18 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | Male |
| Accepts healthy volunteers | Yes |
| Lead sponsor | Northwestern University |
| Locations | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Start date | 2026-06 |
| NCT ID | NCT07631286 |
| Official listing | https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07631286 |