Visual Laser Ablation of the Prostate: Clinical Experience in 108 Patients

摘要: AbstractVisual laser ablation of the prostate was performed on 108 patients (ages 44 to 84 years) as an outpatient procedure from May 1992 October 1992. Preoperatively, underwent digital rectal examinations, determination specific antigen levels and transrectal ultrasound guided biopsies when necessary rule out presence cancer.The Urolase fiber delivery system used transmit energy a neodymium: YAG generator. For 97 with preoperative postoperative American Urological Association symptom index testing, scores decreased by average 12.59 (p <0.001). 75 uroflow rates increase 4.92ml. per second <0.001) noted following procedure. Only 3 required hospitalization for 1.33 days. No patient blood transfusion. There have been no fluid or electrolyte abnormalities visual prostate. Th...