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Second-generation delivery systems for laser prostatic ablation
A J Costello1, B S Shaffer, H R Crowe
1Department of Urology, St. Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne, Australia.
Objective:
To assess the effectiveness of a second-generation laser delivery system (Side-Fire) in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Methods:
Thirty-three patients with documented BPH were treated and evaluated pre- and post-operatively with a follow-up period of twelve to thirty-six weeks.
Results:
There was marked improvement demonstrated at three months post lasing in all patient outcome parameters (symptom score, flow rate, and post-void residual volume) using the new Side-Fire right-angled delivery system.
Conclusion:
Side-Fire catheter laser ablation therapy produces an excellent transition zone ablation in established BPH.