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Compares treatment options for BPH With Urinary Obstruction
Official title PUL vs TURP in BPH Patients With Urinary Retention
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06037356
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study will be a prospective, randomized controlled trial comparing prostatic urethral lift (PUL) versus transurethral resection of prostate (TURP) in benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) patients with urinary retention. The primary objective of this study is to compare the catheter-free rates of PUL vs TURP.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 and older, men only
You may be able to join if
- Male patients
- age \>40 years old
- urinary retention who failed trial without catheter
You likely can't join if
- Inability to provide consent OR no guardians or relatives to help provide consent on patient's behalf
- Active urinary tract infection
- Previous surgical treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (i.e., TURP, prostatic urethral lift, etc.)
- Bladder stones
- Urethral strictures or bladder neck contractures
- Prostate size \>100mL
See the full eligibility criteria
- Male patients
- age \>40 years old
- urinary retention who failed trial without catheter
- Inability to provide consent OR no guardians or relatives to help provide consent on patient's behalf
- Active urinary tract infection
- Previous surgical treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (i.e., TURP, prostatic urethral lift, etc.)
- Bladder stones
- Urethral strictures or bladder neck contractures
- Prostate size \>100mL
- Solely obstructing median lobe
- Urinary retention not due to obstruction (i.e., Bladder outflow obstruction index \<20 on urodynamic studies)
- Poor detrusor contractility (maximum detrusor pressure \<20cmH2O during voiding phase)
- Anticoagulant or antiplatelet agents that cannot be stopped
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hong Kong, China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling male, 40 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hong Kong, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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