HoLEP Before Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer
(HOLEP-RTPC Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial is testing if using a laser procedure to remove extra prostate tissue can help men with urinary problems and prostate cancer who are planning to get radiation therapy. The goal is to see if this procedure can make it easier to urinate and possibly reduce the need for more radiation. Laser treatment has evolved to significantly reduce blood loss compared to traditional methods.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It is best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
How does the HoLEP treatment differ from other treatments for prostate cancer?
HoLEP (Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate) is unique because it uses a laser to remove prostate tissue, which can help relieve urinary symptoms before radiation therapy. This approach is different from standard treatments like external beam radiation therapy or hormone therapy, which focus on controlling cancer growth rather than addressing urinary obstruction directly.12345
Who Is on the Research Team?
Bristol Whiles, MD
Principal Investigator
University of Kansas Medical Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for men over 18 with bothersome urinary symptoms or who can't fully empty their bladder, and have prostate cancer confirmed by tissue analysis. They must be planning to undergo radiation and hormone therapy but haven't had any prior treatment for prostate cancer, including surgery.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) for the treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and prostate cancer
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for quality of life and prostate cancer treatment course post-operatively
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Holmium Laser Enucleation of Prostate (HoLEP)
Holmium Laser Enucleation of Prostate (HoLEP) is already approved in United States, European Union, Canada for the following indications:
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Kansas Medical Center
Lead Sponsor