Prostate surgery without losing ejaculation? new trial tests a smarter cut

NCT ID NCT07631286

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Northwestern University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares a new, ejaculation-sparing version of standard prostate surgery (HoLEP) for men with enlarged prostates. The goal is to relieve urinary symptoms while preserving the ability to ejaculate normally. Researchers will enroll 48 sexually active men and track ejaculation function and satisfaction after surgery.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Ejaculatory-sparing HoLEP surgical technique
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer men a way to treat enlarged prostate symptoms without losing the ability to ejaculate normally.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 48 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The new technique might not preserve ejaculation as hoped or could be less effective at relieving urinary symptoms.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

benign prostatic hyperplasia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ENLARGED PROSTATE (BPH) ENLARGED PROSTATE WITH LOWER URINARY TRACT SYMPTOMS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Northwestern University
RECRUITING

Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

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