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Urodynamic indices change as a result of transrectal microwave thermotherapy (TMT) in benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)

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Fifty-three patients with BPH have been evaluated and treated with TMT with a follow-up at 7 months. The prostate was heated transcrectally to 42–43°C and the treatment consisted of 5 to 6 sessions. The duration of each session was 60 minutes. The urodynamic parameters studied revealed an increase of the maximum flow rate and a decrease of the detrusor opening pressure as well as the detrusor pressure at maximum flow. A significant improvement in the amount of residual urine was seen in all patients. Based on the above, we propose TMT as a viable alternative to open surgical or transurethral removal of the prostate. Futhermore, TMT may serve as a preferred treatment option in patients with indwelling urethral catheters and highly increased surgical risk.

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    E. Liatsikos, K. Dadinis & G. Barbalias

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Liatsikos, E., Dadinis, K. & Barbalias, G. Urodynamic indices change as a result of transrectal microwave thermotherapy (TMT) in benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). International Urology and Nephrology 28, 681–686 (1996). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02552164

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