New prostate surgery aims to cut incontinence by saving the urethra

NCT ID NCT07678489

First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026

Summary

This study tests a new robot-assisted surgery for localized prostate cancer that leaves the full length of the urethra intact. The goal is to help men regain urinary continence faster after prostate removal. About 60 men with early-stage prostate cancer will undergo the procedure to see if it is safe and feasible.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Total en bloc urethra preservation at robot-assisted prostatectomy (ToP-RAP)

What this could lead to

If successful, this technique could help men recover bladder control faster after prostate cancer surgery, improving quality of life.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early feasibility study. The technique may not work for all patients, and there is a risk of cancer not being fully removed.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

prostate cancer prostate carcinoma Urinary Incontinence

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Clinic Bel Etage

    RECRUITING

    Düsseldorf, 40217, Germany

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

  • Diakonie Klinikum Jung-Stilling

    RECRUITING

    Siegen, 57074, Germany

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••