Transurethral prostatectomy--studies with different intravesical pressures

Rabe, H.B.; de Kock, M.L.

South African Medical Journal 61(21): 778-780

1982


ISSN/ISBN: 0256-9574
PMID: 7079889
Document Number: 186138
In an attempt to study the safety of transurethral prostatectomy in our unit, the use of a low-pressure continuous-flow water irrigation system was compared with out routine method of intermittent bladder emptying during transurethral prostatectomy in 14 patients. The products of haemolysis and parameters of haemodilution were studied, and no significant differences were noted. However, a simple suprapubic shunt provided significant surgical advantages.

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