Comparing selective middle lobe surgery outcomes in prostate patients
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at a surgical technique that removes only the middle part of an enlarged prostate (median lobe) to treat urinary symptoms. It aims to see how well this selective surgery works compared to other types, focusing on symptom relief and recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are a male aged 45 years or older.
- You have moderate to severe urinary symptoms due to an enlarged prostate, or you are unable to urinate and need surgery.
- Your doctor has planned to perform a specific type of surgery that removes only the middle part of the prostate (median lobe) as part of your routine care.
- You have had certain tests before surgery, like a urine flow test, ultrasound of your prostate, and a camera look inside your bladder (cystoscopy).
- You have not had previous prostate surgery for an enlarged prostate and do not have a current urethral stricture or other urinary tract issues that might affect outcomes.
- You are willing to provide informed consent and come back for follow-up visits.
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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