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[Radiofrequency percutaneous ablation in prostatic hypertrophy].

P P Valli1, M Cesaroni

  • 1Servizio di Urologia, Casa di Cura Porta Sole, Perugia.

Archivio Italiano Di Urologia, Andrologia : Organo Ufficiale [Di] Societa Italiana Di Ecografia Urologica E Nefrologica
|February 28, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Transcutaneous radiofrequency ablation (TRAP) offers a novel method for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This minimally invasive technique effectively reduces prostate adenoma size with minimal risk of complications.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Radiofrequency Ablation

Context:

  • Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) affects a significant portion of the aging male population.
  • Current treatments for BPH can have limitations and side effects.
  • Transurethral treatments, while common, carry risks such as bleeding and peri-operative complications.

Purpose:

  • To describe the procedure details and outcomes of transcutaneous radiofrequency ablation (TRAP) for BPH.
  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of TRAP using a "cool-tip" needle/electrode.
  • To compare TRAP with traditional transurethral treatments like TUNA.

Summary:

  • TRAP utilizes a "cool-tip" needle/electrode to ablate prostate adenoma tissue, causing cavitation or collapse.

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  • The extent of tissue ablation is dependent on the radiofrequency (RF) energy applied and the application site.
  • Ultrasound (US) guidance allows for precise control of the RF effect, surpassing limitations of TUNA, and is suitable for the prostate's peripheral zone.

    • Impact:

    • TRAP is a deobstructive procedure performed under local or peripheral anesthesia.
    • The technique demonstrates a favorable safety profile, with no reported risk of bleeding or other peri-operative complications.
    • TRAP presents a promising alternative treatment for BPH, particularly in the peripheral zone of the prostate.