New ultrasound technique may better predict erection recovery after prostate surgery

NCT ID NCT05109208

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

Summary

This study at Mayo Clinic is testing whether a special ultrasound technique called vibroelastography can better assess erectile function recovery in men after prostate cancer surgery. The technique measures tissue stiffness, which may indicate scarring. Ten men with low-risk prostate cancer and good baseline erectile function will be enrolled. The goal is to see if adding this test to standard ultrasound provides useful information.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Ultrasound vibroelastography (UVE)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could give doctors a better tool to predict and monitor erectile function recovery after prostate surgery.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, early study (10 people) testing a diagnostic technique, not a treatment. It may not lead to any change in patient care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

prostate adenocarcinoma

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  • Mayo Clinic in Rochester

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