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Pain Comparison: Transrectal vs. Transperineal Prostate Biopsy

NCT07577895 · Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 200

Last updated 2026-05-11

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Summary

Prostate biopsy remains the gold standard for the diagnosis of prostate cancer and is most commonly performed using either the transrectal or transperineal approach. Although both techniques offer acceptable diagnostic accuracy, the pain experienced during and after the procedure is an important factor influencing the choice of biopsy approach and overall patient comfort. Pain perception in prostate biopsy is multifactorial, depending on the biopsy route, the number of needle insertions, the local anesthesia protocol, and the innervation of the relevant anatomical structures. The aim of this prospective study is to compare anticipated (pre-procedural expected) and experienced (post-procedural actual) pain levels in patients undergoing transrectal versus transperineal prostate biopsy, using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Findings are expected to contribute to clinical decision-making regarding biopsy approach selection with a focus on patient comfort.

Conditions

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Kayseri Education and Research Hospital

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Principal Investigators

  • Mert Ali Karadağ, Professor · Kayseri Education and Research Hospital

  • Abdullah Gölbaşı, Assistant Professor · Kayseri Education and Research Hospital

Eligibility

Sex
MALE
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2026-05-10
Primary Completion
2026-07-10
Completion
2026-08-10

Countries

  • Turkey (Türkiye)

Study Locations

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