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Transurethral resection is a surgery used to treat urinary problems due to an enlarged prostate. The procedure involves cutting away a section of the prostate.
This book is an introductory guide to transurethral resection techniques for postgraduate medical students.
Divided into fourteen sections the text begins with discussion on the history of uroendoscopy, and endoscopes and resection instruments.
The following chapters cover endoscopic anatomy, anaesthesia and patient preparation, and different surgical techniques for transurethral resection.
The book concludes with advice on post-operative care and potential complications and their management.
The text is enhanced by clinical photographs, diagrams and tables.
Key points
- Introductory guide to transurethral resection for postgraduates
- Provides detail on instruments, anaesthesia and different surgical techniques
- Discusses post-operative care and management of complications
- Includes clinical photographs, diagrams and tables to enhance learning
M Anandan MS MCh Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Urology
Consultant Urologist, Kovai Medical Centre and Hospital, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
- Introduction and Brief History of Uroendoscopy
- Endoscopes and Resection Instruments: Handling and Sterilization
- Diathermy and Lasers: A Resectionist Perspective
- Endoscopic Anatomy of the Urethra and Bladder
- Anesthesia for Transurethral Resection of Prostate and Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumor
- Patient Preparation and Operation Theater Setup for Transurethral Resection
- Basics of Transurethral Resection
- Transurethral Monopolar Resection of the Prostate
- Transurethral Enucleation and Resection of Prostate
- Laser Enucleation and Vaporization of Prostate
- Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumor
- Bipolar Transurethral Resection of the Prostate
- Postoperative Care Following Transurethral Resection of the Prostate
- Transurethral Resection of the Prostate Complications
Index