Comparing laser and water jet surgery for enlarged prostate
Part of Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This study compares two minimally invasive surgical treatments for an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia). One uses a laser to remove prostate tissue; the other uses a high-speed water jet. The goal is to see which works better for relieving urinary symptoms with fewer side effects.
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Who can take part
- You must be a man between 50 and 80 years old.
- Your prostate size should be measured by ultrasound and be between 50 and 180 mL.
- You should have moderate to severe bothersome urinary symptoms, with an IPSS score of 12 or higher.
- Your urine flow rate should be low (≤ 15 mL per second), showing that your prostate is blocking urine flow.
- You must not have had prior prostate or bladder surgery, or a history of prostate or bladder cancer.
- You should be able to follow instructions and attend all study 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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