πŸ›οΈ Verified NIH Record β€’ Updated 2025-09-16

Evaluating the Clinical Efficacy of Thulio vs. Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (NCT07187180)

🟒 Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic βš™οΈ Medical Device Protocol Sponsor: Smita De

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

Many consider laser enucleation of the prostate the new 'gold standard' for the surgical treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) due to its excellent outcomes, high success rates, and long-term efficacy. Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) was the earliest form of prostate enucleation and is recommended by the American Urological Association (AUA), along with thulium laser enucleation of the prostate (ThuLEP), as size-independent techniques for the management of BPH with fewer complications than transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). Further development of laser technology has additionally led to enucleation using pulsed-modulated (e.g. "Virtual Basketβ„’" mode or MOSESβ„’ mode) holmium lasers as well as the thulium fiber laser.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Cleveland Clinic Main β€” Cleveland, Ohio

Age range: 18 Years

πŸ§ͺ Interventions in This Study

πŸ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" β€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria β†—

πŸ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Cleveland Clinic Main β€” Cleveland, Ohio

πŸ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (216) 636-9694

Email: markovi@ccf.org

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

πŸ’° 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 Β§ 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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πŸ’‘ How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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