Dutasteride before prostate laser surgery and recovery outcomes
Treatments studied
Part of Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This study looks at whether taking dutasteride for at least 6 months before prostate laser surgery affects surgery results and recovery. It includes men having a specific type of prostate surgery called HoLEP.
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Who can take part
- You are a man between 40 and 80 years old.
- You have an enlarged prostate (BPH) and are scheduled for HoLEP surgery.
- You either have taken dutasteride (0.5 mg daily) for at least 6 months before surgery, or have not taken a similar medication (5-ARI) in the last year.
- Your medical records are complete and available in the hospital system.
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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