Tiny balloon could ease prostate troubles without major surgery

NCT ID NCT07583706

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Qing Yuan Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This early study is testing a new, ultra-minimally invasive procedure for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) who have significant urinary symptoms. The treatment uses a balloon catheter guided by ultrasound to gently widen the prostate passage. Only 5 men aged 40 to 80 will be enrolled to see if it safely improves urine flow and symptoms while protecting sexual function.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: prostate dilation catheter (device)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a gentler option for men with BPH to relieve urinary symptoms while preserving sexual function.
What could go wrong: This is a very early, tiny study with only 5 participants. It is designed to test safety and basic effectiveness, not to prove a new standard treatment. The procedure may not work as hoped or could cause complications like bleeding or urinary problems.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

benign prostatic hyperplasia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BPH (BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Qing Yuan
RECRUITING

Beijing, 100000, China

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