This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of the Emsella chair treatments at different timepoints. Before and after the holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP).
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
OTHER
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
30
Emsella is a non-invasive treatment used to activate and strengthen the pelvic floor. One Emsella treatment is reported to be the equivalent of performing 11,000 Kegel exercises.
Northwestern University
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Difference in Michigan Incontinence Score (M-ISI)
The Michigan Incontinence Score (M-ISI) is a 10-item questionnaire designed to assess urinary incontinence type, severity, and bother, with a focus on stress and urge incontinence. The tool is commonly used to screen for clinically relevant symptoms, with a total score of greater than or equal to 7 suggesting a need for intervention.
Time frame: Pre-HoLEP, 4 weeks, 6 weeks, 8 weeks, 12 weeks post-HoLEP
Difference in International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS)
The International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) is a 7-question tool (0-35 points) used in urology to assess Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) severity, plus one quality-of-life question. It measures symptoms like frequency, urgency, weak stream, and nocturia, with scores of 0-7 (Mild), 8-19 (Moderate), and 20-35 (Severe).
Time frame: Pre-HoLEP, 4 weeks, 6 weeks, 8 weeks, 12 weeks post-HoLEP
Difference in safety/adverse effects
Adverse effects reported by patient or detected from hospital and ER admissions within 3 months after procedure.
Time frame: 12 weeks post-HoLEP
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