Optilume BPH catheter system for enlarged prostate symptoms
Part of Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This trial tests a device called Optilume BPH Catheter System for men with enlarged prostate that causes bothersome urinary symptoms. It aims to see how safe and effective it is in real-world use, offering a possible treatment for blocked urine flow without surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a man aged 50 or older.
- You have symptoms like frequent or difficult urination due to an enlarged prostate.
- Your prostate size on ultrasound is less than 80 grams and the length of your urine channel inside is between 32-55 mm.
- Your symptom score is at least 13 (moderate to severe), and your peak urine flow rate is between 5-15 mL per second.
- You have not had any prior treatments for enlarged prostate like UroLift, Rezūm, or surgery.
- You can use condoms for 30 days after the procedure and your partner must use effective birth control for 12 months.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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