Which prostate biopsy hurts less? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07577895

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will compare how much pain men expect versus actually feel during two common prostate biopsy methods: transrectal and transperineal. About 200 men having their first prostate biopsy will rate their pain before and after the procedure. The goal is to help doctors choose the approach that causes less discomfort.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could help doctors choose the less painful biopsy method for prostate cancer diagnosis, improving patient comfort.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study measuring pain, not testing a treatment. Results may not apply to all patients or settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Pain prostate cancer

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Kayseri Education and Research Hospital

    Kayseri, Kocasinan, 38080, Turkey (Türkiye)

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