Laser showdown: which prostate surgery preserves bladder control and sex life best?
NCT ID NCT07334730
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study will compare two laser surgeries (HoLEP and ThuLEP) for treating an enlarged prostate in 200 men aged 40-90. The goal is to see which procedure better preserves bladder control, avoids urethral narrowing, and maintains sexual function. Researchers will track outcomes like urine leakage and erectile function for one month after surgery.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology
Kayseri, Melikgazi, 38140, Turkey (Türkiye)
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