Laser vs bipolar: which surgery best tames an oversized prostate?
NCT ID NCT07627178
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares three different surgical techniques for men with very large prostates (over 100 mL) who have severe urinary symptoms. Ninety men will be randomly assigned to receive either thulium fiber laser, holmium laser, or bipolar electrosurgery. Researchers will measure improvements in urinary flow, symptom scores, and quality of life over six months, as well as track complications and recovery time.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Thulium fiber laser, holmium laser, and bipolar electrosurgery
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could identify which surgical method works best for men with very enlarged prostates, leading to faster recovery and fewer complications.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage comparison study with only 90 participants. Results may not apply to all patients, and all surgeries carry risks like bleeding or infection.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Tanta University Hospital
RECRUITINGTanta, Gharbia Governorate, 31111, Egypt
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