Slim Sheath 22F Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) vs 26 F Sheath HoLEP for BPH: RCT (NCT06546865)
Slim Sheath 22F Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) Technique vs 26 F Sheath HoLEP for Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): A Randomized Prospective Comparative Study
๐ฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) is routinely performed with 24F, 26F, and 28F laser scopes. Proponents of larger caliber scopes suggest that the larger scope size allows for improved visualization, hemostasis, and operative efficiencies. Proponents of a smaller scope diameter suggest that by eliminating the need for pre-HoLEP urethral dilation to accommodate a larger scope. It has also been proposed that a smaller caliber scope is less traumatic to the urethra resulting in lower rates of bladder neck contracture and urethral stricture disease. Currently, to our knowledge, there are no level one evaluation examining scope size 22F versus 26F sheath in laser enucleation outcomes. The aim of our study is to determine if a smaller diameter scope is associated with improved laser enucleation time, post-operative recovery, rates of same-day discharge, or increasing intra-operative or postoperative complication rates
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre โ Thunder Bay, Ontario
Age range: 50 Years
๐งช Interventions in This Study
๐ "Do I Qualify?" โ 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ
๐ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre โ Thunder Bay, Ontario
๐ Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (807) 684-6000
Email: rabail.siddiqui@tbh.net
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
๐ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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๐ก How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.