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[Trigonocervicoprostatotomy. Results in 205 cases]
O Ochoa Urdangarain1, J A Hermida Pérez, E Morell Molina
1Servicio de Urología, Hospital Provincial Docente Manuel Ascence Domenech, Camagüey, Cuba.
Archivos Espanoles De Urologia
|August 10, 2001
Summary
Transurethral incision of the prostate is a minimally invasive option for early benign prostatic hyperplasia. This procedure is effective in patients with small prostates and short urethras.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Context:
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common condition in aging men.
- Transurethral incision of the prostate (TUIP) is a surgical option for BPH.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the outcomes of transurethral incision of the prostate (TUIP) in 205 patients.
- To analyze patient demographics, surgical details, and complications.
Summary:
- The study reviewed 205 patients undergoing TUIP for prostatic obstruction.
- Most patients were aged 60-69, with Grade I prostates. Bilateral incisions were common, with short operating times (15 min) and hospital stays (3 days). Postoperative hematuria was the most frequent complication.
Impact:
- TUIP is a viable, minimally invasive surgical alternative for early-stage BPH.
- This technique is particularly suitable for patients with small prostates and short urethras.