Anxiety and fear before prostate surgery for enlarged prostate
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This study looks at anxiety and fear in men having surgery for an enlarged prostate. It compares two types of surgery to see if one causes more worry before the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are a man aged 50 or older.
- You have been diagnosed with an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia).
- You are scheduled to have one of two prostate surgeries: HoLEP or TURP.
- You can understand and fill out questionnaires about your feelings.
- You agree to take part in the study by signing a consent form.
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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