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Ejaculatory-Sparing HoLEP vs Standard HoLEP
Sponsor: Northwestern University
Summary
The objective of this study is to compare a new surgical technique for HoLEP that will allow for sparing of ejaculation post-HoLEP.
Official title: Ejaculatory-sparing Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) vs Standard HoLEP: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
MALE
Age Range
18 Years - 100 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
48
Start Date
2026-06
Completion Date
2028-05
Last Updated
2026-06-09
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Ejaculatory-sparing (ES-sparing) HoLEP
The ejaculatory sparing technique involves sparing the distal apex of the prostate in particular the anterior portion of the prostate which will allow for coaptation necessary for antegrade ejaculation.
Locations (1)
Northwestern University
Chicago, Illinois, United States