Laser resectoscope and method

摘要: A resectoscope for prostate surgery is provided which includes a rotating cutting element mounted within an outer sheath adapted to be inserted into the urethra. The has helical threads along length thereof and blade at its distal end. covered end portion extends beyond over opening therethrough adjacent blade. Within inner surrounding except fiber optic laser filament connected generator positioned space between sheaths of position surrounded by third moved rotation so that light beam from advances through tissue cut coagulate resected area before reaches tissue. Irrigation fluid withdrawn sheath. telescope also viewing being resected. invention further provides use ultrasound in conjunction with plot removed assistance computer control operation prevent tissues removed.