Comparing Propofol and Sevoflurane for Managing Erections During Urological Surgery

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effects of two anesthetic agents, propofol and sevoflurane, on the occurrence of unwanted penile erections during transurethral surgeries. It aims to determine whether the use of propofol, which has been associated with a higher incidence of intraoperative erections, leads to more complications compared to sevoflurane. The research will involve patients scheduled for transurethral operations, assessing their experiences and outcomes based on the type of anesthesia used. The study is crucial as it addresses a gap in existing literature regarding the impact of anesthesia on intraoperative events.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Planned transurethral operation in the department of urology.
* Preoperative IIEF-5 Score ≥12
* Planned surgery time ≥15min

Exclusion Criteria:

* Inability to follow the procedures of the study, e.g. due to language problems, psychological disorders, dementia, etc. of the participant.
* Inability to provide informed consent.
* Contraindications to Propofol or Sevoflurane, e.g. known hypersensitivity or allergy.
* Known or suspected non-compliance, drug or alcohol abuse.
* Participation in another study with an investigational drug within the 30 days preceding and during the present study.
* Previous enrolment into the current study.
* Enrolment of the investigator, his/her family members, employees and other dependent persons.

Where it's running

• University Hospital Zurich
  Zurich, Switzerland Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Etienne X Keller, Ass Prof, MD — University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich
• Study coordinator: Etienne X Keller, Ass Prof, MD
• Email: EtienneXavier.Keller@usz.ch
• Phone: +41 44 255 54 40

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.