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transurethral resection of prostate |
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transurethral resection of prostate
TURP Urology The standard method for managing prostate disease–BPH and CA, in which a curette is inserted transurethrally and crescent-shaped 'chips' are removed Complications Higher rates
of postoperative cystoscopy, reoperation, postoperative urethral stricture, possibly higher 5-yr mortality. Cf Finasteride–Proscar®, Microwave prostatectomy, Transurethral microwave therapy, Transurethral needle ablation. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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