In a recent study, transurethral resection of the prostate identified only 54% of prostate cancers. Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is effective for treating benign prostatic ...
A 76-year-old man underwent retropubic prostatectomy for obstructive symptoms 10 years ago. He now presents with newly diagnosed prostate carcinoma, Gleason score 4 (2+2), PSA 8.2, stage T1c, prostate ...
Despite the emergence of new surgical techniques to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), open prostatectomy (OP) and monopolar transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) remain the procedures ...
The treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) that causes lower urinary tract symptoms has advanced enormously since the days when it was a simple choice between no treatment with reassurance, ...
Dr. Robert Uzzo answers the question: 'Who Gets Robotic/Laparoscopic Surgery?' Jan. 01, 2009 -- Question: Who is an appropriate candidate for a laparoscopic or robot-assisted prostatectomy? Answer: ...
Medicare usually covers TURP surgery, which doctors may perform at an ambulatory surgical center or in a hospital. Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a medical procedure that may help ...
Medicare will typically cover TURP surgery if a doctor determines it is medically necessary for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Coverage varies based on hospital status. Medicare Part A ...
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