Transurethral prostatectomy - studies with different intravesical pressures
Date
1982-05
Authors
Rabe, H. B.
De Kock, M. L. S.
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Health and Medical Publishing Group -- HMPG
Abstract
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 our 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.
Description
The original publication is available at http://www.samj.org.za
Keywords
Prostatectomy, Transurethral
Citation
Rabe, H. B., De Kock, M. L. S. 1982. Transurethral prostatectomy - studies with different intravesical pressures. SA medical journal, 22 May: 778-780.