Ejaculatory-sparing Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) vs Standard HoLEP: a Randomized Controlled Trial
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.
Description
The primary aim of this study is to assess the efficacy of ejaculatory-sparing HoLEP (ES-HoLEP) in preserving ejaculation while also maintaining good urinary outcomes.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18–100 years
- Sex
- Male
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: \- Patients who are sexually active with antegrade ejaculation who are undergoing HoLEP for the treatment of bothersome lower urinary tract symptoms. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with pre-existing retrograde ejaculation * Patients who are not sexually active * Patients with indwelling urinary catheter prior to surgery, neurological disease, or history of prior prostatic/urethral surgery that may impact ejaculation * Patients who lack decisional capacity * Patients unable to read/speak English
Interventions
- OtherEjaculatory-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.
Location
- Northwestern UniversityChicago, Illinois