Stem cells aim to restore sexual function after prostate cancer surgery

NCT ID NCT04594850

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

Summary

This phase 2 trial tested a single injection of stem cells (from the patient's own bone marrow) into the penis to treat erectile dysfunction in men who had their prostate removed due to cancer. Fifty-four men participated. The study measured changes in erectile function scores using a standard questionnaire.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

autologous bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells

What this could lead to

If successful, this could offer a new treatment option for men with erectile dysfunction after prostate cancer surgery.

What could go wrong

This is an early-phase trial with only 54 participants. The treatment may not improve erectile function significantly, and long-term safety is not yet known.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

erectile dysfunction

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Asan medical center

    Seoul, South Korea

  • Ewha womans university medical center

    Seoul, South Korea

  • Samsung medical center

    Seoul, South Korea

  • Seoul ST. Mary's hospital

    Seoul, South Korea