Transurethral laser prostatectomy using a right-angle laser delivery system
- 1 July 1991
- proceedings article
- Published by SPIE-Intl Soc Optical Eng
- p. 36-41
- https://doi.org/10.1117/12.43902
Abstract
Transurethal laser prostatectomy, using a 600-(mu) laser quartz fiber capable of directing the laser energy at 90 degree(s), a neodymium: YAG laser, and conventional cystoscopic equipment was satisfactorily performed in dogs. Urinary continence was preserved. Preliminary studies suggested an optimum power setting of 60 W delivered for 60 seconds at four quadrants (12, 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions). In these animals, the technique provided a simple and safe procedure and did not require catheter drainage.Keywords
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