Collagen content in the bladder of men with LUTS undergoing open prostatectomy: A pilot study.

Aims: To evaluate the collagen content in the bladder wall of men undergoing open prostate surgery.

Methods: From July 2014 to August 2016, men aged ≥ 50 years, presenting LUTS and undergoing open prostate surgery due to benign prostatic enlargement (BPE) or prostate cancer were prospectively enrolled. Preoperative assessment included validated questionnaires (IPSS and OAB-V8), lower urinary tract ultrasound, and urodynamics.