Steam therapy vs. pills: which works better for prostate troubles?

NCT ID NCT07169773

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 30 times

Summary

This study tested two treatments for men with an enlarged prostate causing urinary problems. One group received a procedure called REZUM, which uses water vapor (steam) to shrink prostate tissue. The other group took a daily medication called tamsulosin. The study measured symptom scores, urine flow, and quality of life over 12 months in 94 men. The goal was to see which approach works better and is safer.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Armed Forces College of Medicine (AFCM

    Cairo, Nozha, 4470351, Egypt

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