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Jang T, Kong HJ, Baek C, Kim J, Choo MS, Oh SJ. Effect of Self-Training Using Virtual Reality Head-Mounted Display Simulator on the Acquisition of Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate Surgical Skills. Int Neurourol J 2024; 28:138-146. [PMID: 38956773 PMCID: PMC11222828 DOI: 10.5213/inj.2448042.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 07/04/2024] Open
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PURPOSE We aimed to evaluate the effect of self-training using a virtual reality head-mounted display simulator on the acquisition of surgical skills for holmium laser enucleation surgery. METHODS Thirteen medical students without surgical skills for holmium laser enucleation of the prostate were trained using multimedia to learn the technique via simulator manipulation. Thereafter, participants performed the technique on a virtual benign prostatic hyperplasia model A (test A). After a 1-week wash-out period, they underwent self-training using a simulator and performed the technique on model B (test B). Subsequently, participants were asked to respond to Training Satisfaction Questions. Video footage of hand movements and endoscope view were recorded during tests A and B for later review by 2 expert surgeons. A 20-step Assessment Checklist, 6-domain Global Rating Scale, and a Pass Rating were used to compare performance on tests A and B. RESULTS Thirteen participants completed both tests A and B. The 20-step Assessment Checklist and 6-domain Global Rating Scale evaluation results showed significantly improved scores in test B than in test A (P<0.05). No evaluator rated participants as passed after test A, but 11 participants (84.6%) passed after test B. Ten participants (76.9%) indicated that the simulator was helpful in acquiring surgical skills for holmium laser enucleation of the prostate. CONCLUSION The virtual reality head-mounted display holmium laser enucleation of the prostate simulator was effective for surgical skill training. This simulator may help to shorten the learning curve of this technique in real clinical practice in the future.
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- Taesoo Jang
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Medicine, Chungnam National University, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Transdisciplinary Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Medicine, Chungnam National University, Daejeon, Korea
- Department of Transdisciplinary Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Transdisciplinary Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Seoul Metropolitan Government-Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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Park JH, Yoon J, Park I, Kang JG, Lee J, Kim JH, Jung DC, Kang BC, Oh YT. Peripheral zone thickness in preoperative MRI is predictive of Trifecta achievement after Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP). Abdom Radiol (NY) 2024:10.1007/s00261-024-04233-8. [PMID: 38744699 DOI: 10.1007/s00261-024-04233-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2024] [Revised: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024]
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PURPOSE To investigate various anatomical features of the prostate using preoperative MRI and patients' clinical factors to identify predictors of successful Holmium:YAG laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP). METHODS 71 patients who had received HoLEP and undergone a 3.0-T prostate MRI scan within 6 months before surgery were retrospectively enrolled. MRI features (e.g., total prostate and transitional zone volume, peripheral zone thickness [PZT], BPH patterns, prostatic urethral angle, intravesical prostatic protrusion, etc.) and clinical data (e.g., age, body mass index, surgical technique, etc.) were analyzed using univariable and multivariable logistic regression to identify predictors of successful HoLEP. Successful HoLEP was defined as achieving the Trifecta, characterized by the contemporary absence of postoperative complications within 3 months, a 3-month postoperative maximum flow rate (Qmax) > 15 mL/s, and no urinary incontinence at 3 months postoperatively. RESULTS Trifecta achievement at 3 months post-surgery was observed in 37 (52%) patients. Patients with Trifecta achievement exhibited a lower preoperative IPSS-quality of life score (QoL) (4.1 vs. 4.5, P = 0.016) and a thinner preoperative peripheral zone thickness (PZT) on MRI (7.9 vs.10.3 mm, P < 0.001). In the multivariable regression analysis, a preoperative IPSS-QoL score < 5 (OR 3.98; 95% CI, 1.21-13.07; P = 0.017) and PZT < 9 mm (OR 11.51; 95% CI, 3.51-37.74; P < 0.001) were significant predictors of Trifecta achievement after HoLEP. CONCLUSIONS Alongside the preoperative QoL score, PZT measurement in prostate MRI can serve as an objective predictor of successful HoLEP. Our results underscore an additional utility of prostate MRI beyond its role in excluding concurrent prostate cancer.
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- Jae Hyon Park
- Department of Radiology, Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Research Institute of Radiological Science, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Research Institute of Radiological Science, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Urology and Urological Science Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Urology and Urological Science Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Research Institute of Radiological Science, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Research Institute of Radiological Science, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Research Institute of Radiological Science, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
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Abdelaziz A, Bhandari M, Elshabrawy A, Trecarten S, Dalla EE, Samara KA, Alsayegh F, Liss M, Mansour AM. Contemporary Trends of Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate Utilization in the United States: A Comprehensive Analysis Using the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program Database (2011-2020). J Endourol 2024; 38:521-528. [PMID: 38299559 DOI: 10.1089/end.2023.0612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2024] Open
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Introduction: The most recent American Urological Association (AUA) Guidelines advocated laser enucleation of the prostate (LEP) as a size-independent surgical option for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Despite its endorsement by AUA and the growing body of evidence supporting its safety and efficacy, the utilization of LEP remains limited in the United States. This study aimed to evaluate the utilization trends and perioperative outcomes of LEP compared with other surgical procedures used for BPH management. Methods: A retrospective cohort analysis was performed using American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program data from 2011 to 2020. Patients undergoing prostatectomy for BPH were identified using specific current procedural terminology (CPT) codes. Baseline demographic data, preoperative risk factors, and postoperative outcomes were collected. Multivariable logistic regression was employed to assess predictors of holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) utilization and postoperative complications. Results: Out of 8,415,549 patients, 95,144 underwent prostatectomy for BPH. Procedures included HoLEP 5305 cases, transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) 57,803 cases, repeated TURP (re-TURP) 5549 cases, photoselective vaporization of the prostate (PVP) 23,739 cases, and simple prostatectomy 2748 cases. HoLEP utilization showed a gradual increase, from 4.8% in 2015 to 7.6% in 2020. Multivariable regression revealed that HoLEP selection significantly increased from 2016 to 2020 (odds ratio [OR]: 1.251, p < 0.001), and there was less likelihood of HoLEP selection for African American patients (OR: 0.752, p < 0.001). HoLEP had significantly lower complication rates, including urinary tract infections, blood transfusions, 30-day readmission, and reoperation. Conclusion: Despite underutilization, the adoption of HoLEP has slightly increased since 2015, rising from 4.8% in 2015 to 7.6% in 2020. The underutilization could be attributed to a lack of availability and the steep learning curve.
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- Ahmad Abdelaziz
- Department of Urology, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas, USA
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- Department of Population Health Sciences, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas, USA
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- Department of Urology, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas, USA
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- Department of Urology, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas, USA
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- Department of Urology, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas, USA
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- Department of Urology, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas, USA
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- Department of Urology, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas, USA
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- Department of Urology, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas, USA
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- Department of Urology, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas, USA
- Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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Bhatia A, Porto JG, Maini A, Langade D, Herrmann TRW, Shah HN, Bhatia S. One-year outcomes after prostate artery embolization versus laser enucleation: A network meta-analysis. BJUI COMPASS 2024; 5:189-206. [PMID: 38371212 PMCID: PMC10869668 DOI: 10.1002/bco2.302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Revised: 09/11/2023] [Accepted: 09/26/2023] [Indexed: 02/20/2024] Open
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Background Although holmium laser enucleation (HoLEP) is considered a size-independent procedure for treatment of an enlarged prostate, prostate artery embolization (PAE) is emerging as an alternative modality to treat moderate and large benign prostatic hyperplasia. This study aims to compare the early post-operative and short-term efficacy of PAE and HoLEP. Methods PubMed, Cochrane Library and EMBASE databases were searched. Network meta-analysis was performed following PRISMA-N-guidelines. Post-operative parameters analysed include international prostate symptom score (IPSS), quality of life (QOL), post-void residual urine (PVR), maximal uroflow rate (Qmax) and serious adverse events (SAE). Random effects model calculated weighted mean differences (WMD). If 95%CI crossed the line of no effect (WMD = 0), evidence indicated no statistically significant difference between treatments compared. Results Qualitative and quantitative syntheses included 20 and 18 studies with 1991 and 1606 patients, respectively. At 3 months, there was no statistically significant difference between PAE and HoLEP in IPSS score improvement [WMD: -2.21: 95%CI: (-10.20, 5.78), favouring PAE], QoL score improvement [WMD: -0.22:95%CI: (-1.75, 1.32), favouring PAE] and PVR improvement [WMD: 26.97: 95%CI: (-59.53, 113.48), favouring HoLEP]. However, PAE was found inferior to HoLEP for Qmax improvement [WMD: 8.47, 95%CI: (2.89, 14.05), favouring HoLEP]. At 1-year follow-up, there was no statistically significant was found between PAE and HoLEP for IPSS score improvement [WMD:6.03, 95%CI: (-1.30, 13.35)], QoL score improvement [WMD: 0.03, 95%CI: (-1.19, 1.25)], PVR improvement [WMD:4.11, 95%CI: (-32.31, 40.53)] and Qmax improvement [WMD:2.60, 95%CI: (-2.20, 7.41)] with all differences favouring HoLEP. PAE was superior to HoLEP for SAE [PAE vs. HoLEP-OR: 0.68, 95%CI: (0.25, 1.37)]. Conclusion HoLEP was superior to PAE at 3 months for Qmax improvement. There was no significant difference in IPSS, QoL, PVR and Qmax improvement at 1 year between PAE and HoLEP. PAE was also associated with lesser SAE compared to HoLEP. Studies on the long-term outcome of PAE are needed to establish the durability of early outcomes after PAE.
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- Ansh Bhatia
- Department of Interventional Radiology, Miller School of MedicineUniversity of MiamiMiamiFloridaUSA
- Seth GS Medical College and KEM HospitalMumbaiIndia
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- School of MedicineGeorgetown UniversityWashingtonDistrict of ColumbiaUSA
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- Department of UrologySwitzerland Urology Spital Thurgau AG (STGAG)FrauenfeldSwitzerland
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- Department of Urology, Desai Sethi Urology Institute, Miller School of MedicineUniversity of MiamiMiamiFloridaUSA
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Miller School of MedicineUniversity of MiamiMiamiFloridaUSA
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Puliyath N, Venugopalan AV, Das Kv S, Parol S. The thermal effect of lasers in urology: a review article. Lasers Med Sci 2023; 39:6. [PMID: 38093121 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-023-03948-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023]
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Lasers as a technology have a leading role in the modern urological treatment armamentarium. In this article, the application of lasers in different areas of urology is described. The major uses are in urolithiasis, benign prostatic enlargement (BPE), and management of many urological malignancies and other benign pathologies. Lasers have become an established treatment modality in urolithiasis, an acceptable alternative with the least side effect profile in BPE patients, and a novel and promising therapy in many other fields of Urology.
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- Nisanth Puliyath
- Department of Urology & Renal Transplant Surgery, Government Medical College, Kozhikode, India.
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- Department of Urology & Renal Transplant Surgery, Government Medical College, Kozhikode, India
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- Department of Urology & Renal Transplant Surgery, Government Medical College, Kozhikode, India
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- Department of Urology & Renal Transplant Surgery, Government Medical College, Kozhikode, India
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Iqbal J, Mashkoor Y, Nadeem A, Tah S, Sharifa M, Ghani S, Thugu TR, Patel H, Bonner-Reid FT, Shrestha J, Hassen BA. Shifting Trends in Prostate Treatment: A Systematic Review Comparing Transurethral Resection of the Prostate and Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate. Cureus 2023; 15:e46173. [PMID: 37905244 PMCID: PMC10613322 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.46173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/29/2023] [Indexed: 11/02/2023] Open
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Our systematic review aimed to assess the effectiveness and suitability of holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) as a treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in comparison to transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). We analyzed 12 studies involving male participants aged 45-85 years, all of whom had BPH. In our analysis, we compared HoLEP and TURP, with a focus on several primary outcomes, including postoperative International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS), postvoid residual (PVR) volume, maximum flow rate (Qmax), and changes in sexual function post-treatment. HoLEP demonstrated advantages in certain aspects when compared to TURP. HoLEP generally resulted in an improved postoperative IPSS in some studies, but not all studies showed a significant difference when compared to TURP. HoLEP was associated with improved Qmax in most studies, but one study found no significant difference between HoLEP and TURP. Patients who underwent HoLEP showed improvement in the PVR volume in some studies, while others found no significant change in the PVR volume with either HoLEP or TURP. Some studies reported a reduction in orgasm and ejaculatory scores following TURP, while no significant changes were observed in erectile function, intercourse satisfaction, and overall satisfaction scores. It is worth noting that previous reviews and meta-analyses had limited data on the effects of HoLEP and TURP on sexual dysfunction. TURP is associated with a higher risk of morbidity and mortality, which has led to its replacement with HoLEP as the gold standard for treating BPH, particularly due to its size-independent applicability. HoLEP also demonstrated greater efficacy in the postoperative period.
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- Javed Iqbal
- Department of Neurosurgery, Mayo Hospital, Lahore, PAK
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, PAK
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, PAK
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Saint James School of Medicine, Arnos Vale, VCT
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- Department of Medicine and Allied Sciences, Isra University, Hyderabad, PAK
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women, Tirupati, IND
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Medical College, Rajkot, IND
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Universidad de Ciencias Médicas de Granma, Manzanillo, CUB
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Jalalabad Ragib-Rabeya Medical College, Sylhet, BGD
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Hayat Medical College, Addis Ababa, ETH
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Chen F, Chen Y, Zou Y, Wang Y, Wu X, Chen M. Comparison of holmium laser enucleation and transurethral resection of prostate in benign prostatic hyperplasia: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Int Med Res 2023; 51:3000605231190763. [PMID: 37561537 PMCID: PMC10416666 DOI: 10.1177/03000605231190763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2023] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 08/11/2023] Open
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Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is the gold-standard classical method for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). In minimally invasive surgery, holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) is considered an alternative option. In this systematic review and meta-analysis, we aimed to comprehensively evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of TURP and HoLEP the treating BPH. We comprehensively searched PubMed, Cochrane Library, EMBASE, and Web of Science databases for all randomized controlled trials published before 1 December 2022 comparing HoLEP and TURP. The study protocol is registered on INPLASY (DOI: 10.37766/inplasy2023.5.0065). Compared with TURP, HoLEP required longer operation time but shorter catheter duration, hospital stay, and bladder irrigation time, as well as less postoperative irrigation. With HoLEP, maximum urinary flow rate at 12 and 24 months after surgery; post-void residual volume at 1, 6, and 12 months; and International Prostate Symptom Score at 12 months after surgery were superior to those with TURP. HoLEP was associated with significantly lower risk of hyponatremia, blood transfusion, and urethral stricture but greater risk of postoperative dysuria. Compared with TURP, HoLEP had better curative efficacy at 6, 12, and 24 months after operation and lower incidence of adverse events in patients with BPH.
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- Feng Chen
- Department of Urology, Shehong People's Hospital, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Urology, Shehong People's Hospital, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Urology, Shehong People's Hospital, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Urology, Shehong People's Hospital, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Urology, Shehong People's Hospital, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Shehong People's Hospital, Sichuan Province, China
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Chen C, Liu C, Xu P, Chen B, Xu A. Progressive pre-disconnection of urethral mucosal flap during transurethral plasmakinetic enucleation of prostate improves postoperative urinary continence. Zhejiang Da Xue Xue Bao Yi Xue Ban 2023; 52:156-161. [PMID: 37283099 PMCID: PMC10409926 DOI: 10.3724/zdxbyxb-2022-0612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2022] [Accepted: 03/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate the effect of progressive pre-disconnection of urethral mucosal flap during transurethral plasmakinetic enucleation of prostate (TUPEP) on early recovery of urinary continence. METHODS Clinical data of patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) admitted in Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University during February and May 2022 were collected. All the patients underwent TUPEP, and the progressive pre-disconnection of urethral mucosal flap was performed in the procedure. The total operation time, enucleation time, postoperative bladder irrigation time and catheter indwelling time were recorded. Urinary continence was evaluated 24 h, 1 week, and 1, 3, 6 months after the removal of urinary catheter. RESULTS All surgeries were successfully completed at one time with less intraoperative bleeding, and there were no complications such as rectal injury, bladder injury or perforation of prostate capsule. The total operation time was (62.2±6.5) min, the enucleation time was (42.8±5.2) min, the postoperative hemoglobin decrease by (9.5±4.5) g/L, the postoperative bladder irrigation time was (7.9±1.4) h, and the postoperative catheter indwelling time was 10.0 (9.2, 11.4) h. Only 2 patients (3.6%) had transient urinary incontinence within 24 h after catheter removal. No urinary incontinence occurred at 1 week, and 1, 3, 6 months after operation, and no safety pad was needed. The Qmax at 1 month after operation was 22.3 (20.6, 24.4) mL/s, international prostate symptom scores were 8.0 (7.0, 9.0), 5.0 (4.0, 6.0) and 4.0 (3.0, 4.0) at 1, 3 and 6 months after surgery, and quality of life scores at 1, 3 and 6 months after surgery were 3.0 (2.0, 3.0), 2.0 (1.0, 2.0) and 1.0 (1.0, 2.0), all of these indicators were better than those before surgery (all P<0.01). CONCLUSIONS In the treatment of BPH, the application of progressive pre-disconnection of urethral mucosal flap in TUPEP can completely remove the hyperplastic glands and promote early recovery of postoperative urinary continence with less perioperative bleeding and decreased surgical complications.
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- Chunxiao Chen
- Department of Urology, Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510282, China.
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- Department of Urology, Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510282, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510282, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510282, China
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- Department of Urology, Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510282, China.
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Hayashi Y, Yoneyama S, Takizawa A, Kobayashi K, Ito H. Comparison of the short-term efficacy and safety of bipolar transurethral electro vaporization and holmium laser enucleation of the prostate for moderate and large benign prostatic enlargement. BMC Urol 2023; 23:50. [PMID: 36991392 PMCID: PMC10061965 DOI: 10.1186/s12894-023-01215-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2022] [Accepted: 03/15/2023] [Indexed: 03/31/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND To compare the efficacy and safety of bipolar transurethral vaporization of the prostate (B-TUVP) with holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) for moderate [prostate volume (PV) 30-80 ml] and large (≥ 80 ml) benign prostatic enlargement (BPE). MATERIALS AND METHODS Male patients with lower urinary tract symptom (LUTS) or urinary retention who underwent B-TUVP or HoLEP treatment in two regional centers were respectively enrolled. Patient characteristics and treatment outcomes were retrospectively compared between B-TUVP and HoLEP. RESULTS In patients with moderate and large prostate volume,B-TUVP showed shorter operative time (P < 0.001) and less hemoglobin decrease (P < 0.001) than in HoLEP. In uncatheterised patients, voiding symptoms and patients' quality of life improved after B-TUVP and HoLEP, but these improvement rates were consistently bigger in HoLEP than in B-TUVP. In catheterised patients, the rate of achieving catheter-free status after surgery was higher in HoLEP than in B-TUVP for patients with PV > 80 ml.(P < 0.001) The incidence of postoperative fever was higher in B-TUVP than in HoLEP for patients with PV 30-80 ml (P < 0.001) but not for those with PV > 80 ml.(P=0.08) The Incidence of postoperative stress incontinence(SUI) was higher in HoLEP than in B-TUVP for patients with moderate and large prostate volume. CONCLUSIONS There are few studies that investigated the short-term efficacy and safety of second-generation B-TUVP in comparison with HoLEP for moderate and large BPE. Improvement in LUTS and achievement of catheter-free status were predominant in HoLEP, and these outcomes were more prominent in patients with large BPE of PV > 80 ml. However, B-TUVP resulted in less blood loss, shorter operative duration, and less SUI suggesting that B-TUVP is also well-tolerated surgical modality.
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- Yutaro Hayashi
- Department of Urology, Yokosuka Kyosai Hospital, 1-16, Yonegahama douri, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Kokusai Shinzen Sougou Hospital, 1-28-1, Nishigaoka, Izumi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Kokusai Shinzen Sougou Hospital, 1-28-1, Nishigaoka, Izumi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Yokosuka Kyosai Hospital, 1-16, Yonegahama douri, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Yokosuka Kyosai Hospital, 1-16, Yonegahama douri, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan.
- Department of Urology, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Kanagawa, Japan.
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V.I.P. Score: A Comprehensive Grading System to Predict Difficulty of HoLEP Procedure for Small-to-Moderate Sized Prostate (<120 ml). Urology 2023:S0090-4295(23)00208-X. [PMID: 36907469 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2023.02.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2022] [Revised: 02/21/2023] [Accepted: 02/28/2023] [Indexed: 03/12/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To develop a comprehensive scoring system in addition to the conventionally used prostatic volume (PV), for predicting the difficulty of holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) that may arise with small-to-moderate sized prostate. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed 151 consecutive patients who underwent HoLEP and had a PV less than 120 ml. Based on previous literature, a difficult procedure was defined as a prolonged operative time (OT>90 min) in 88 cases, while the control group (OT≤90 min) consisted of 63 patients. The clinical data, including age, body mass index, PV, intravesical prostatic protrusion (IPP), prostate specific antigen (PSA), prostate specific antigen density, urinary tract infection, microscopic hematuria, prior biopsy, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, history of acute urinary retention, catheter dependency and use of antiplatelet / anticoagulation drugs or 5-alpha reductase inhibitor were compared between the two groups. RESULTS Univariate analysis revealed significant differences between the two groups. Multivariate analysis identified three main independent predictors for difficulty, including volume (V) (60-90 ml OR=9.812, P<0.001) (≥90 ml OR=18.173, P=0.01), IPP (I) (OR=3.157, P=0.018), and PSA (P) (≥4 ng/ml OR=16.738, P<0.001). Therefore, a V.I.P. score was developed based on the regression model and ranged from 0 to 7 points. The area under the curve showed preferable predictive ability of the V.I.P. score compared to PV (0.906 versus 0.869). CONCLUSIONS We developed a V.I.P. score that can accurately predict the difficulty of the HoLEP procedure for PV less than 120 ml in order to optimize clinical outcomes.
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Yan J, Gao L, Xu G, Zhang J. The effectiveness and safety of three surgical procedures for the treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia: A network meta-analysis. Heliyon 2022; 8:e10884. [PMID: 36267366 PMCID: PMC9576883 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e10884] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2022] [Revised: 08/27/2022] [Accepted: 09/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Objective To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) and thulium laser enucleation of the prostate (ThuLEP) in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia using a network Meta-analysis. Methods Randomized controlled trials of TURP, HoLEP and ThuLEP for benign prostatic hyperplasia were collected by computerized searches of databases including CNKI, WANFANG, VIP, PubMed, The Cochrane Library, the Web of Science and Embase, with a search time frame of build to January 2022. The literature was screened and data was extracted by two investigators separately, while the risk of bias of the included studies was evaluated before systematic evaluation and network meta-analysis using ADDIS 1.16.8 software and RevMan 5.3 software. Results A total of 27 RCTs with a total of 3335 patients were involved. The results of the network meta-analysis showed that ThuLEP was better than the remaining two procedures in terms of enhancing patients' subjective perception and improving objective indicators, and the incidence of adverse events such as postoperative urethral stricture and urinary incontinence was lower compared with that of conventional TURP in both short- and long-term postoperative follow-ups. Conclusion As ThuLEP is effective, safe, and featured with few postoperative complications, it can be the preferred surgical procedure for prostate enlargement. Nevertheless, because of the limited number of studies included, more-sample, multicenter, double-blind clinical randomized controlled trials are required in the future to further verify the findings of the present study.
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Sun F, Yao H, Bao X, Wang X, Wang D, Zhang D, Zhou Z, Wu J. The Efficacy and Safety of HoLEP for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia With Large Volume: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Am J Mens Health 2022; 16:15579883221113203. [PMID: 35864746 PMCID: PMC9310232 DOI: 10.1177/15579883221113203] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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This meta-analysis was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of holmium laser enucleation of prostate (HoLEP) in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) with large volume. PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases (until March 2022) were used to search related randomized controlled trials. A total of 11 studies including 1,258 patients were involved. HoLEP could significantly decrease the length of hospital stay and accelerate recovery. In subanalysis, HoLEP had better perioperative outcomes than bipolar transurethral resection of the prostate (B-TURP) and bipolar transurethral enucleation of the prostate (BPEP). The improvement in operative time and enucleation time was better in thulium laser enucleation of the prostate (ThuLEP) than HoLEP. In the follow-up period, the HoLEP decreased post-void residual urine (PVR) in short-term intervals and improved patients’ maximum flow rate (Qmax) and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in mid- and long-term intervals. In subanalysis, HoLEP presented significant improvements in Qmax, PSA, and quality of life (QoL) than B-TURP, and HoLEP could also improve Qmax than ThuLEP after 6 months of surgery. The HoLEP reduced the risk of postoperative bleeding compared with other surgeries in safety. In our study, we confirmed the advantages of HoLEP in treating BPH when the prostate size was larger than 80 mL, which indicated that HoLEP could be the best choice for treatment of large volume of prostate.
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- Fengze Sun
- Department of Urology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Qingdao University, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Urology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Qingdao University, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- The second clinical medical college, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Urology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Qingdao University, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Urology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Qingdao University, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Urology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Qingdao University, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Qingdao University, Yantai, Shandong, China
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Risk Factors for Transurethral Coagulation for Hemostasis During Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate. Int Neurourol J 2022; 26:153-160. [PMID: 35793994 PMCID: PMC9260329 DOI: 10.5213/inj.2142414.207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2021] [Accepted: 03/01/2022] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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PURPOSE We aimed to identify risk factors for transurethral coagulation (TUC) using bipolar electrocautery for hemostasis during holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) surgery for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). METHODS We analyzed the clinical outcomes of HoLEP surgery performed by a single surgeon between January 2010 and April 2020 at the Seoul National University Hospital. Patient characteristics and perioperative parameters were used to identify the risk factors for TUC. The TUC group was defined as a case of conversion to hemostasis using electrocautery during the hemostasis step after enucleation. RESULTS Of 1,563 patients, 357 underwent TUC (TUC group; 22.8%) as an adjuvant (n=299, 19.1%) or salvage (n=58, 3.7%) therapy. Patients in the TUC group were older (mean±standard deviation, 70.6±7.3 years vs. 69.3±7.0 years; P=0.002), had more 5-alpha reductase inhibitor (5-ARI) use (35.6% vs. 25.9%, P<0.001), higher serum prostate-specific antigen (PSA) (5.4 ±4.8 ng/mL vs. 3.8 ±4.5 ng/mL, P <0.001), larger total prostate volume (TPV) (89.5 ±44.7 mL vs. 66.0 ±32.6 mL, P<0.001), and larger transitional zone volume (TZV) (57.3±34.9 mL vs. 37.7±24.2 mL, P<0.001) than those who did not undergo TUC (non-TUC group). In univariate logistic regression analysis, age, 5-ARI use, PSA, TPV, and TZV correlated with TUC, whereas in multivariate logistic regression analysis, only TZV was associated with TUC. The odds ratios (ORs) of TUC were analyzed per TZV quartile. Compared to TZV<22.3 mL, the OR was 2.42 in 34.1 mL≤TZV<53.5 mL (95% confidence interval [CI], 1.58-3.72; P<0.001), 5.17 in ≥53.5 mL (95% CI, 3.44-7.77; P<0.001). CONCLUSION The risk of TUC during HoLEP surgery increases in patients with TZV >35 mL. Therefore, TUC may be potentially necessary in patients with a large transition zone volume in patients with BPH.
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Narang G, Kellner D, Krambeck A, Humphreys M. Reimbursement of surgical procedures for benign prostatic hyperplasia: are we disincentivizing complex care? Curr Opin Urol 2022; 32:318-323. [PMID: 35249967 DOI: 10.1097/mou.0000000000000978] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW To provide an overview of how surgical benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) procedures are compensated in the United States and the implications of the current reimbursement system on the care of patients. RECENT FINDINGS The resource-based relative value care system is Medicare's current reimbursement model. There is strong evidence that the current system does not adequately account for complex care. Consequently, for BPH surgical procedures, treatment options best suited for complex patients are not adequately reimbursed which may have implications on healthcare delivery and outcomes. SUMMARY Inadequate reimbursement for certain BPH procedures may disincentivize the care of complex patients. Procedures such a holmium laser enucleation of the prostate are well suited for complex patients but have a steep learning curve. The incentive to learn and offer such procedures to complex patients may be unfairly influenced by reimbursement levels, which in the end penalizes patients and the treatments available to them.
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- Gopal Narang
- Mayo Clinic Arizona Department of Urology, Phoenix, Arizona
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- Northwestern Department of Urology, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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Droghetti M, Porreca A, Bianchi L, Piazza P, Giampaoli M, Casablanca C, D'Agostino D, Cochetti G, Romagnoli D, Schiavina R, Brunocilla E. Long-term outcomes of Holmium laser enucleation of prostate and predictive model for symptom recurrence. Prostate 2022; 82:203-209. [PMID: 34694647 DOI: 10.1002/pros.24259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2021] [Revised: 09/20/2021] [Accepted: 10/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES Holmium laser enucleation of prostate (HoLEP) represents one of the most studied surgical techniques for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Its efficacy in symptom relief has been widely depicted. However, few evidence is available regarding the possible predictors of symptom recurrence. We aimed to evaluate long-term outcomes, symptom recurrence rate, and predictors in patients that underwent HoLEP. MATERIALS AND METHODS We retrospectively analyzed data from patients that consecutively underwent HoLEP for BPH from 2012 to 2015 at two tertiary referral centers. Functional outcomes were evaluated by uroflowmetry parameters and International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) questionnaire administration at follow-up visits at 12, 24, and 60 months. The primary outcome was the symptomatic patients' rate presenting lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) after 60 months from surgery, defined as in case of one or more of the following: IPSS more than 7, post voidal residue (PVR) more than 20 ml, need for medical therapy for LUTS or redo surgery for bladder outlet obstruction. Multivariable logistic regression analyses evaluated predictors for being symptomatic at follow-up. Covariates consisted of: preoperative peak flow rate (PFR), PVR, and IPSS, prostate volume, age (all as continuous), and surgical technique. RESULTS A total of 567 patients were available for our analyses. Median prostate volume was 80cc, with a median PFR of 8 ml/s and median PVR of 100cc. One hundred and twenty-five (22%) patients were found to be symptomatic at follow-up. Redo surgery was needed for 25 (4.4%) patients. After adjusting for possible confounders, an increase in preoperative PVR (odds ratio [OR] 1.005) and IPSS (OR 1.12) resulted as independent predictors for symptom recurrence (all p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS HoLEP can provide durable symptom relief regardless of the chosen technique. Patients with an important preoperative symptom burden or a high PVR should be carefully counseled on the risk of symptom recurrence.
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- Matteo Droghetti
- Division of Urology, IRCCS Azienda ospedaliero universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Veneto Institute of Oncology IOV - IRCCS, Padua, Italy
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- Division of Urology, IRCCS Azienda ospedaliero universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Division of Urology, IRCCS Azienda ospedaliero universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Division of Urology, IRCCS Azienda ospedaliero universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Division of Urology, IRCCS Azienda ospedaliero universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Division of Urology, IRCCS Azienda ospedaliero universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Division of Urology, IRCCS Azienda ospedaliero universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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Mauler DJ, Sella DM, Dora CD. Utilizing Preoperative Magnetic Resonance Imaging to Self-assess Enucleation Ratio in Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate. Urology 2021; 160:176-181. [PMID: 34813831 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2021.11.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2021] [Revised: 10/20/2021] [Accepted: 11/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine if transition zone (TZ) volume as measured by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) correlates closely with specimen weight and postoperative prostate-specific antigen (PSA) and to determine if this correlation improved with increased experience. We hypothesize that information from a preoperative MRI can be leveraged to self-assess competency in holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP). METHODS From August 2018 to June 2021 567 men were identified who underwent HoLEP by a single surgeon and had their data entered into a database. Ninety-seven men were identified who had an MRI in our image archives. A radiologist blinded to the specimen weight measured the transition zone (TZ) using image analysis software. TZ volume was then correlated with specimen weight for the entire study period and subdivided into four consecutive periods. Preoperative and Postoperative PSA data was analyzed. RESULTS Seventeen percent of men who underwent HoLEP at our institution had an MRI preoperatively. The TZ to total prostate volume ratio was 70%. The overall correlation coefficient between TZ volume and specimen weight was 0.914 (P-value <.001). There was no statistically significant improvement in correlation coefficient over time when divided into four equal subgroups. Median PSA reduction was 91% (7.9-0.7 ng/dL). CONCLUSION Preoperative MRI derived TZ volume correlates closely with specimen weight. We present a reference cohort from a high volume HoLEP center to facilitate HoLEP learners to self-assess competency. Lack of increased correlation over time is likely due to an experienced HoLEP surgeon who is on the flatter portion of his learning curve.
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- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic Florida, Jacksonville, FL
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- Department of Urology, Mayo Clinic Florida, Jacksonville, FL.
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Meng C, Peng L, Li J, Li J, Li Y, Yang J, Wu J. Comparison of enucleation between thulium laser and holmium laser for benign prostatic hyperplasia: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Asian J Surg 2021; 45:689-697. [PMID: 34384678 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2021.07.045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2021] [Revised: 06/24/2021] [Accepted: 07/19/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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To compare the clinical efficacy and safety of Thulium laser enucleation of prostate (ThuLEP) and Holmium laser enucleation of prostate (HoLEP). We systematically searched PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases within a period from the date of database establishment to October 2020. RevMan 5.4. was used for calculation and statistical analyses. 8 studies of 2125 patients were included. ThuLEP provided less hemoglobin decrease (MD: -0.37, 95%CI -0.61 to -0.14, P = 0.002) and shorter length of hospital stay (MD: -0.41, 95%CI -0.72 to -0.10, P = 0.01). During the postoperative follow-ups, statistically significant differences only were found in IPSS (MD: -0.96; 95%CI -1.27 to -0.65; P < 0.00001) at the 3rd month. In conclusion, our study demonstrates that ThuLEP, compared with HoLEP, has better security, faster improvement of symptoms. However, our conclusions still require a larger sample size, multi-center, and longer follow-up randomized controlled trials to verify.
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- Chunyang Meng
- Department of Urology, Nanchong Central Hospital, The Second Clinical Medical College, North Sichuan Medical College (University), Nanchong, 63700, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Urology, Nanchong Central Hospital, The Second Clinical Medical College, North Sichuan Medical College (University), Nanchong, 63700, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Urology, Nanchong Central Hospital, The Second Clinical Medical College, North Sichuan Medical College (University), Nanchong, 63700, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Urology, The Affiliated Hospital of Medical College, North Sichuan Medical College(University), Sichuan, 637000, China
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- Department of Urology, Nanchong Central Hospital, The Second Clinical Medical College, North Sichuan Medical College (University), Nanchong, 63700, Sichuan, China.
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- Department of medical genetics and cell biology, North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, 63700, Sichuan, China.
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- Department of Urology, Nanchong Central Hospital, The Second Clinical Medical College, North Sichuan Medical College (University), Nanchong, 63700, Sichuan, China
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Herden J, Ebert T, Schlager D, Pretzer J, Porres D, Schafhauser W, Kriegmair M, Schürmann MG, Distler F, Oberpenning F, Reimann M, Haupt G, Schmidt S, Laabs S, Planz B, Cohausz M, Gronau E, Platz G, Buse S, Jones J, Waldner M, Heidenreich A, Ruebben H, Zumbe J, Goell A, Khaljani E, Czempiel W, Schultze-Seemann W, Weib P. Perioperative Outcomes of Transurethral Resection, Open Prostatectomy, and Laser Therapy in the Surgical Treatment of Benign Prostatic Obstruction: A "Real-World" Data Analysis from the URO-Cert Prostate Centers. Urol Int 2021; 105:869-874. [PMID: 34289488 DOI: 10.1159/000517673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2020] [Accepted: 03/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The aim of the study is to compare length of hospital stay, transfusion rates, and re-intervention rates during hospitalization for transurethral resection of the prostate (TUR-P), open prostatectomy (OP), and laser therapy (LT) for surgical treatment of benign prostatic obstruction (BPO). METHODS URO-Cert is an organization, in which clinical data of prostatic diseases from 2 university, 19 public, and 3 private hospitals and 270 office-based urologists are collected in order to document treatment quality. Data on diagnostics, therapy, and course of disease are recorded web based. The analysis includes datasets from 2005 to 2017. RESULTS Of 10,420 patients, 8,389 were treated with TUR-P, 1,334 with OP, and 697 with LT. Median length of hospital stay was 6 days (IQR: 4-7) for TUR-P, 9 days (IQR: 7-11) for OP, and 5 days (IQR: 4-6) for LT (p < 0.001). Risk for a hospital stay ≥7 days was higher for OP versus TUR-P (OR: 7.25; 95% CI = 6.27-8.36; p < 0.001) and LT (OR: 17.89; 95% CI = 14.12-22.65; p < 0.001) and higher for TUR-P versus LT (OR: 2.47; 95% CI = 2.03-3.01; p < 0.001). OP had a significantly higher risk for transfusions than TUR-P (OR: 2.44; 95% CI = 1.74-3.41; p < 0.001) and LT (OR: 3.32; 95% CI = 1.56-7.01; p < 0.001). Transfusion rates were not significantly different between TUR-P and LT (OR: 1.36; 95% CI = 0.66-2.79; p = 0.51). Risk of re-intervention was not different between all 3 approaches. CONCLUSION OP was associated with higher transfusion rates and longer hospital stay than TUR-P and LT. Risk of transfusion was not different between TUR-P and LT, but TUR-P was inferior to LT concerning length of hospital stay. Re-intervention rates during hospitalization did not differ between the groups.
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- Jan Herden
- URO-Cert, Berlin, Germany.,Prostatecenter Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Prostatecenter Metropolregion Nuremberg, Fuerth, Germany
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- Prostatecenter Nuremberg-Middle Franconia, Nuremberg, Germany
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- Prostatecenter Elbe-Weser, Stade, Germany
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- Prostatecenter Mainspitze, Ruesselsheim, Germany
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- Prostatecenter Alfred Krupp-Hospital, Essen, Germany
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- Prostatecenter Hochtaunus, Bad Homburg, Germany
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- URO-Cert, Berlin, Germany.,Prostatecenter Siegen, Siegen, Germany
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Ortner G, Nagele U, Herrmann TRW, Tokas T. Irrigation fluid absorption during transurethral bipolar and laser prostate surgery: a systematic review. World J Urol 2021; 40:697-708. [PMID: 34191108 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-021-03769-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2021] [Accepted: 06/18/2021] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Transurethral endoscopic procedures using bipolar current, or laser energy are nowadays widely accepted and have replaced the traditional monopolar resection. A major advantage of these techniques is the utilization of isotonic saline as irrigation solution, which minimizes side effects such as symptoms associated to classical transurethral resection syndrome (TUR-syndrome). Nonetheless, clinically significant IFA also occurs with saline and is determined by pressure gradients, systemic resistance and by the amount of irrigation fluid. We aimed to investigate the extend of IFA and symptoms due to volume overload during bipolar transurethral resection (bTUR) and laser procedures of the prostate. METHODS We performed a systematic literature search using PubMed, restricted to original English-written articles, including animal, artificial model, and human studies. Search terms were TUR, transurethral, laser, HoLEP, ThuLEP, greenlight, enucleation, fluid absorption, fluid uptake, and TUR-syndrome. RESULTS Mean and maximum IFA during bTURP ranges between 133 and 915 ml and 1019 ml and 2166 ml, respectively. Absorption during laser procedures can be significant with maximum values up to 4579 ml and mainly occurs during prostate vaporization techniques. Incidence of moderate to severe symptoms from iso-osmolar volume overload reaches 9%. CONCLUSIONS Irrigation fluid absorption during bTUR and laser surgery of the prostate is not negligible. Iso-osmolar overhydration with development of non-classical TUR-syndrome should be identified peri- and postoperatively and surgical teams should be aware of complications. Breath ethanol, venous pH, serum chloride, and bicarbonate could be markers for detecting dangerous events of IFA with saline.
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- Gernot Ortner
- Department of Urology and Andrology, General Hospital Hall in Tirol, Milser Str. 10, 6060, Hall in Tirol, Austria.
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- Department of Urology and Andrology, General Hospital Hall in Tirol, Milser Str. 10, 6060, Hall in Tirol, Austria
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- Department of Urology, Kantonspital Frauenfeld, Spital Thurgau AG, Frauenfeld, Switzerland
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- Department of Urology and Andrology, General Hospital Hall in Tirol, Milser Str. 10, 6060, Hall in Tirol, Austria
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Atamian A, Fourmarier M, Alegorides C, Bottet F, Arroua F, Eghazarian C, Baboudjian M. Holmium laser enucleation and water vapor thermal therapy for the treatment of symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia: A cost analysis. Prog Urol 2021; 32:198-204. [PMID: 34148770 DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2021.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2021] [Revised: 03/08/2021] [Accepted: 03/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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PURPOSE To perform a cost analysis of the current gold standard operation of Holmium Laser Enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) compared to the new technique of water vapor thermal therapy with the Rezum™ system for the treatment of symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). PATIENTS AND METHODS Between October 2017 and January 2020, consecutive patients with invalidating lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH who underwent Rezūm™ and HoLEP procedures from the Aix regional hospital were identified. The outcome of each technique was assessed in terms of cost from the institutional perspective. Detailed expense reports based were provided by the accounts department of the hospital. These were used to compare in-hospital costs for each procedure. RESULTS A total of 53 and 94 consecutive patients underwent respectively water vapor thermal therapy and HoLEP. The median costs for the surgical procedure were €1344 (IQR 1331-1361) and €669 (IQR 584-824), respectively for Rezūm™ and HoLEP (median difference €675; P<0.001). The median costs of the hospital stay were €869 (IQR 869-869) for Rezūm™ and €1295 (IQR 1295-1330) for HoLEP (median difference €426; P<0.001). Finally, the median total costs per patient were lower for HoLEP (€2005 [IQR 1902-2150]) than for Rezūm™ (€2228 [IQR 2209-2243]) procedure, and the median difference of €233 was significant (P<0.001). CONCLUSIONS One of the anticipated benefits of Rezūm™, reduced length of hospital stay with an associated reduction in cost, did not materialize within this study. The patient's clinical condition and expectations should also be taken into account when deciding between Rezum™ and standard therapies. LEVEL OF PROOF 3.
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- A Atamian
- Department of urology, Aix-en-Provence Hospital, Aix-en-Provence, France
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- Department of urology, Aix-en-Provence Hospital, Aix-en-Provence, France
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- Department of urology, Aix-en-Provence Hospital, Aix-en-Provence, France
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- Department of urology, Aix-en-Provence Hospital, Aix-en-Provence, France
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- Department of urology, Aix-en-Provence Hospital, Aix-en-Provence, France
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- Department of urology, Aix-en-Provence Hospital, Aix-en-Provence, France
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- Department of urology, Aix-en-Provence Hospital, Aix-en-Provence, France; Department of urology and kidney transplantation, La Conception Hospital, Aix-Marseille University, AP-HM, Marseille, France.
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Nottingham CU, Large T, Agarwal DK, Rivera ME, Krambeck A. Comparison of Newly-Optimized Moses Technology Versus Standard Holmium:YAG for Endoscopic Laser Enucleation of the Prostate. J Endourol 2021; 35:1393-1399. [PMID: 33813861 DOI: 10.1089/end.2020.0996] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION The purpose of this study was to describe our initial experience of using a newly-optimized Moses technology that is part of the second generation Moses platform specifically designed for holmium laser enucleation of the prostate M2-HoLEP, and compare it to patients undergoing holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) using standard holmium:YAG technology (S-HoLEP). METHODS We retrospectively collected data on patients who underwent M2-HoLEP and compared it to the last 50 patients in whom we performed S-HoLEP. Specifically, we compared preoperative symptom scores for lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and erectile dysfunction (ED), preoperative objective voiding metrics, as well as intraoperative characteristics, perioperative characteristics, postoperative complications, postoperative symptom scores for LUTS and ED, and postoperative objective voiding metrics. Additionally we evaluated the ability for same day discharge following surgery in the M2-HoLEP group. RESULTS We included 104 total patients for analysis. We compared the first 54 patients undergoing M2-HoLEP to 50 patients undergoing S-HoLEP. Both groups had similar age, BMI, use of anticoagulation medication, LUTS and ED scores, and objective voiding metrics. Operations performed with M2-HoLEP had faster mean hemostasis time (8.7 vs 10.6 ± 6 minutes, p=0.03) as well as hemostasis rate (0.13 vs 0.30 grams/minute, p=0.01). Same day discharge was successful in 69.4% of patients in the M2-HoLEP group. Postoperatively, both groups also had similar and low rates of urinary retention and complications. At follow-up, both groups had similar symptom scores for LUTS and ED, as well as similar objective voiding metrics. CONCLUSION The newly optimized Moses pulse modulation technology is safe and efficient for the treatment of BPH. Such technologic improvements in the laser have greatly enhanced the feasibility of same day discharge of patients undergoing HoLEP.
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- Charles Upshur Nottingham
- Washington University in St Louis School of Medicine, 12275, Urology, St Louis, Missouri, United States;
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- Indiana University School of Medicine, 12250, Urology, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States;
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- Indiana University School of Medicine, Urology, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States;
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- Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital, 22535, Urology, 1801 Senate Blvd, Ste 220, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, 46202;
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- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, 12244, Urology, Chicago, Illinois, United States;
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Ionson A, Monfared SHB, Ursiny M, Katz M, Wang D, Babayan R, Wason S. Economic Evaluation of 1470 nm Diode Laser Enucleation vs Bipolar Transurethral Resection of the Prostate. J Endourol 2021; 35:1204-1210. [PMID: 33499745 DOI: 10.1089/end.2020.1038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Purpose: Large meta-analyses demonstrate the noninferiority of laser enucleation to transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) with regard to long-term efficacy and reoperation rate. Although the 1470 nm diode laser enucleation of the prostate (DiLEP) is superior in hemostasis and surgical visibility, its complexity and associated longer operative time limit its widespread usage. The objective of this study was to generate long-term cost estimates for bipolar TURP and DiLEP, taking into account perioperative and adverse event costs. Materials and Methods: This is a retrospective review of patients who underwent DiLEP (n = 114; November 2016 to February 2020) or TURP (n = 194; January 2016 to December 2018). A decision analysis model was constructed to compare costs of the primary procedure and subsequent complications taking into account disposable costs, operating room time, length of stay, reoperation rates, and readmissions. Costs were estimated from internal data, published literature and Medicare procedure costs. Markov modeling was used to create cost projections up to 10 years. Results: DiLEP was associated with shorter length of stay and fewer total complications, but longer operative times and greater initial costs. Cost were recuperated at 8 years postoperatively. At 10 years postoperatively, DiLEP represented approximately $664 cost savings per patient over TURP. Conclusions: DiLEP is a cost-effective alternative to TURP for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia in the properly selected patient. DiLEP has greater initial costs due to longer operative times. Costs are recuperated by 10 years postoperatively due to higher rate of same-day discharges, and lower complication and reoperation rates, incurring a $664 cost savings per patient treated by DiLEP relative to TURP.
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- Annaliese Ionson
- Department of Urology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Urology, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Urology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.,Department of Urology, Boston Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Urology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.,Department of Urology, Boston Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Urology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.,Department of Urology, Boston Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Urology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.,Department of Urology, Boston Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Salciccia S, Del Giudice F, Maggi M, Eisenberg ML, Chung BI, Conti SL, Kasman AM, Vilson FL, Ferro M, Lucarelli G, Viscuso P, Di Pierro G, Busetto GM, Luzi M, Sperduti I, Ricciuti GP, De Berardinis E, Sciarra A. Safety and Feasibility of Outpatient Surgery in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Endourol 2021; 35:395-408. [PMID: 33081521 DOI: 10.1089/end.2020.0538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Purpose: Most of the endourologic procedures along the urinary tract have been widely practiced as outpatient operations, including surgery for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to assess safety and feasibility of outpatient surgery for patients suffering from symptomatic BPH candidate for endoscopic disobstruction. Materials and Methods: PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane, and Embase were searched up until March 30, 2020. Methodological index for nonrandomized studies (MINORS) tool was utilized to assess the quality of included studies, and a pooled measure of failure rate (FR) or event rate (ER) estimate was calculated. Further sensitivity analysis, subgroup analysis, and meta-regression were conducted to investigate contribution of moderators to heterogeneity. Results: Twenty studies with a total of 1626 patients treated according to outpatient criteria for endoscopic BPH surgery were included. In total, 18 studies reporting data on immediate hospital readmission and/or inability to discharge after endoscopic procedure presented FR estimates ranging from 1.7% to 51.1%. Pooled FR estimate was 7.8% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 5.2-10.3); Heterogeneity: Q = 76.85; degree of freedom = 17, p < 0.001; I2 = 75.12%. Subgroup analysis according to surgical technique revealed difference among the three approaches with pooled FR of 3% (95% CI: 1-4.9), 7.1% (95% CI: 3.9-10.4), and 11.8% (95% CI: 7-16.7) for transurethral resection of the prostate, Green-light, and holmium laser vaporesection, respectively (p < 0.001). At meta-regression analysis, none of the retrieved covariates was able to significantly influence the cumulative outcomes reported. ER for postoperative complications and early outpatient visit showed a pooled estimate of 18.6% (95% CI: 13.2-23.9) and 7.7% (95% CI: 4.3-11), respectively. Conclusions: Our analysis revealed how transurethral procedures for BPH on an outpatient setting are overall reliable and safe. Of note, there were significant outcome differences between groups with regard to type of surgical procedure, perioperative prostate volume, and discharge protocol suggesting the need for further prospective analysis to better elucidate the best strategy in such outpatient conduct.
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- Stefano Salciccia
- Department of Maternal Infant and Urologic Sciences, "Sapienza" Rome University, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Maternal Infant and Urologic Sciences, "Sapienza" Rome University, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, Rome, Italy.,Department of Urology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Maternal Infant and Urologic Sciences, "Sapienza" Rome University, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Urology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Urology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Urology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Urology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Urology, European Institute of Oncology (IEO), IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Emergency and Organ Transplantation-Urology and Kidney Transplantation Unit, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Maternal Infant and Urologic Sciences, "Sapienza" Rome University, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Maternal Infant and Urologic Sciences, "Sapienza" Rome University, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Maternal Infant and Urologic Sciences, "Sapienza" Rome University, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Respiratory Medicine, Nephrology, Anesthesiology and Geriatrics, Policlinico Umberto I, Rome, Italy
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- Biostatistical Unit, IRCCS Regina Elena National Cancer Institute, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Maternal Infant and Urologic Sciences, "Sapienza" Rome University, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Maternal Infant and Urologic Sciences, "Sapienza" Rome University, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Maternal Infant and Urologic Sciences, "Sapienza" Rome University, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, Rome, Italy
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Lebdai S, Chevrot A, Doizi S, Pradère B, Barry Delongchamps N, Baumert H, Benchikh A, Della Negra E, Fourmarier M, Gas J, Misraï V, Rouscoff Y, Theveniaud PE, Vincendeau S, Wilisch J, Descazeaud A, Robert G. [Surgical and interventional management of benign prostatic obstruction: Guidelines from the Committee for Male Voiding Disorders of the French Urology Association]. Prog Urol 2021; 31:249-265. [PMID: 33478868 DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2020.12.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2020] [Revised: 11/24/2020] [Accepted: 12/04/2020] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of the Male Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Committee (CTMH) of the French Urology Association was to propose an update of the guidelines for surgical and interventional management of benign prostatic obstruction (BPO). METHODS All available data published on PubMed® between 2018 and 2020 were systematically searched and reviewed. All papers assessing surgical and interventional management of adult patients with benign prostatic obstruction (BPO) were included for analysis. After studies critical analysis, conclusions with level of evidence and French guidelines were elaborated in order to answer the predefined clinical questions. RESULTS/GUIDELINES Offer a trans-uretral incision of the prostate to treat patients with moderate to severe lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) with a prostate volume<30cm3, without a middle lobe. TUIP increases the chances of preserving ejaculation. Propose mono- or bipolar trans-urethral resection of the prostate (TURP) to treat patients with moderate to severe LUTS with a prostate volume between 30 and 80cm3. Vaporization by Greenlight™ or by bipolar energy can be offered as an alternative to TURP. Offer a Greenlight™ laser vaporization to patients at risk of bleeding. Offer endoscopic prostate enucleation to surgically treat patients with moderate to severe LUTS as an alternative to TURP and open prostatectomy (OP). Minimally invasive prostatectomy is an alternative to OP in centers without access to adequate endoscopic procedures. Embolization of the prostatic arteries may be offered in the event of a contraindication or refusal of surgery for prostates with a volume>80cm3. Prostatic uretral lift is an alternative in patients interested in preserving their ejaculatory function and with a prostate volume<70cm3 without a middle lobe. Aquablation and Rezum™ are under evaluation and should be offered in research protocols. CONCLUSION Major changes in surgical management of BPO have occurred and aim at reducing morbidity and improving quality of life of patients.
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- S Lebdai
- Service d'urologie, CHU d'Angers, Angers, France.
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- Service d'urologie, CHU de Nîmes, Nîmes, France
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- Service d'urologie, hôpital européen Georges-Pompidou, Paris, France
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- Service d'urologie, CHU de Tours, Tours, France
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- Service d'urologie, hôpital Ambroise-Paré, Paris, France
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- Service d'urologie, Clinique les Martinets, Versailles, France
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- Service d'urologie, hôpital des Côtes d'Armor, Saint-Brieuc, France
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- Service d'urologie, hôpital Aix-en-Provence, Aix-en-Provence, France
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- Service d'urologie, CHU de Toulouse, Toulouse, France
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- Service d'urologie, clinique Pasteur, Toulouse, France
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- Service d'urologie, polyclinique Saint-Georges, Nice, France
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- Service d'urologie, CHR de Metz Thionville, Metz, France
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- Service d'urologie, CHU de Rennes, Rennes, France
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- Service d'urologie, hôpital privé Natecia, Lyon, France
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- Service d'urologie, CHU de Limoges, Limoges, France
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- Service d'urologie, CHU de Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France
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Peng ZF, Zhou J, Song P, Yang LC, Yang B, Ren ZJ, Wang LC, Wei Q, Dong Q. Retrospective analysis of the changes in the surgical treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia during an 11-year period: a single-center experience. Asian J Androl 2021; 23:294-299. [PMID: 33159026 PMCID: PMC8152423 DOI: 10.4103/aja.aja_68_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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The present study aimed to determine whether the number of patients with symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) who preferred surgery decreased during the past 11 years at our center (West China Hospital, Chengdu, China), and whether this change affected the timing of surgery and the physical condition of surgical patients. This retrospective study included 57 557 patients with BPH treated from January 2008 to December 2018. Of these, 5427 patients were treated surgically. Surgical patients were divided into two groups based on the time of treatment (groups 8–13 and groups 13–18). The collected data comprised the percentage of all patients with BPH who underwent surgery, baseline characteristics of surgical patients, rehabilitation time, adverse events, and hospitalization costs. The surgery rates in groups 8–13 and groups 13–18 were 10.5% and 8.5% (P < 0.001), respectively. The two groups did not clinically differ regarding patient age and prostate volume. The rates of acute urinary retention and renal failure decreased from 15.0% to 10.6% (P < 0.001) and from 5.2% to 3.1% (P < 0.001), respectively. In groups 8–13 and groups 13–18, the mean catheterization times were 4.0 ± 1.7 days and 3.3 ± 1.6 days (P < 0.001), respectively, and the mean postoperative hospitalization times were 5.1 ± 2.4 days and 4.2 ± 1.8 days (P < 0.001), respectively. The incidences of unplanned second surgery and death reduced during the study period. The surgery rate decreased over time, which suggests that medication was chosen over surgery. However, the percentage of late complications of BPH also decreased over time, which indicates that the timing of surgery was not delayed.
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- Zhu-Feng Peng
- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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Efficacy, safety, and perioperative outcomes of holmium laser enucleation of the prostate-a comparison of patients with lower urinary tract symptoms and urinary retention. Lasers Med Sci 2020; 36:1397-1402. [PMID: 33125581 PMCID: PMC8354898 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-020-03170-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2020] [Accepted: 10/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) is a valid treatment option to relieve bladder outlet obstruction in patients with large prostate volumes (PV). Its efficacy, tolerability, and safety are comparable to the ones of other laser treatments of the prostate and resection techniques. However, safety and efficacy of HoLEP have not been compared between patients with and without preoperative urinary retention. We included 350 patients (mean age 71.2 years) who had undergone HoLEP due to lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) or urinary retention caused by prostatic hyperplasia. We evaluated the differences in peri- and postoperative outcomes and complications between patients with and patients without preoperative urinary retention. The mean PV was 115 cm3. PV was > 100 cm3 in 61.9% and < 100 cm3 in 38.1% of the patients. Perioperative complications occurred in 23 patients (6.6%), 15 of which (4.3%) required operative revision. We found no significant differences in terms of complication rates between patients with PV > 100 cm3 and patients with PV < 100 cm3. Mean catheterization-duration was 3.3 days. Preoperatively, 140 patients (40%) had a suprapubic or transurethral indwelling catheter; they did not differ from patients without preoperative catheter regarding postoperative catheter removal success rate, early postoperative complications, and functional outcomes. Prostate cancer was diagnosed in 43 patients (12.3%). Median postoperative PSA-decline was 6.1 ug/l (89.8% drop). HoLEP is a safe and effective treatment for patients with LUTS or urinary retention and large PV. PV > 100 cm3 was not associated with higher complication rates or successful catheter-removal. Furthermore, functional outcomes were independent of preoperative catheterization.
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Liu Z, Huang G, Zhou N, Man L. Modified cystoscopy-assisted laparoscopic Y-V plasty for recalcitrant bladder neck contracture. MINIM INVASIV THER 2020; 31:185-190. [PMID: 32628075 DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2020.1786705] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Background and aim: Recalcitrant bladder neck contracture (BNC) is a common complication after transurethral resection of the prostate. Our aim was to show the outcomes of a modified cystoscopy-assisted laparoscopic Y-V plasty for BNC treatments.Material and methods: We retrospectively evaluated a series of 27 patients who underwent a modified cystoscopy-assisted laparoscopic Y-V plasty for recalcitrant BNC from January 2017 to September 2019. Urinary flow rate, international prostate symptom score (IPSS), international index of erectile function-5 (IIEF-5) and bladder urethral examination by cystoscopy were performed preoperatively and postoperatively, respectively.Results: All patients underwent the procedure successfully and no serious complication occurred. The median surgery time was 68.6 min without massive bleeding. The median follow-up time was 14.2 months and no patients had urinary incontinence. The maximum urine flow rate 3 months after surgery was significantly higher than prior to surgery (17.7 ± 2.1 ml/s vs. 8.2 ± 1.2 ml/s, p < 0.05). The IPSS was significantly decreased compared with the preoperative score (5.7 ± 2.3 vs. 19.2 ± 1.4, p < 0.05). The cystoscopy showed a wide bladder neck and the survival bladder flap in prostate urethral 3 months postoperatively in 92.6% (25/27) patients.Conclusions: The modified cystoscopy-assisted laparoscopic Y-V plasty is a feasible and effective technique for recalcitrant BNC treatment.
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- Zhenhua Liu
- Department of Urology, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, The 4th Medical College of Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, The 4th Medical College of Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, The 4th Medical College of Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, The 4th Medical College of Peking University, Beijing, China
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Gudaru K, Gonzalez Padilla DA, Castellani D, Tortolero Blanco L, Tanidir Y, Ka Lun L, Wroclawski ML, Maheshwari PN, Figueiredo FCAD, Yuen‐Chun Teoh J. A global knowledge, attitudes and practices survey on anatomical endoscopic enucleation of prostate for benign prostatic hyperplasia among urologists. Andrologia 2020; 52:e13717. [DOI: 10.1111/and.13717] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2020] [Revised: 05/18/2020] [Accepted: 05/19/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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- Kalyan Gudaru
- Department of Urology University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust Stoke‐on‐Trent UK
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- Department of Urology Marmara University School of Medicine Istanbul Turkey
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- S.H. Ho Urology Centre Department of Surgery The Chinese University of Hong Kong Hong Kong China
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- Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein São Paulo Brazil
- BP ‐ A Beneficência Portuguesa de São Paulo São Paulo Brazil
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- S.H. Ho Urology Centre Department of Surgery The Chinese University of Hong Kong Hong Kong China
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Kotecha P, Sahai A, Malde S. Use of Duloxetine for Postprostatectomy Stress Urinary Incontinence: A Systematic Review. Eur Urol Focus 2020; 7:618-628. [PMID: 32605820 DOI: 10.1016/j.euf.2020.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2020] [Revised: 05/27/2020] [Accepted: 06/12/2020] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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CONTEXT The recommended treatment of postprostatectomy stress urinary incontinence (PPSUI) after failure of pelvic floor muscle training is primarily surgical intervention with a male sling or artificial urinary sphincter. The use of pharmacological therapy in this setting is unlicensed and controversial. OBJECTIVE To systematically review the available evidence regarding the efficacy and safety of duloxetine for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence following prostate surgery (radical or endoscopic). EVIDENCE ACQUISITION The EMBASE, MEDLINE/PubMed, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials were searched from inception up until April 17, 2020. All studies evaluating the role of duloxetine in men with PPSUI were included. Two reviewers independently screened all articles, searched the reference lists of retrieved articles, and performed data extraction. The quality of evidence and risk of bias were assessed using the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE); Cochrane; and Risk of Bias in Nonrandomised Studies of Interventions (ROBINS-I) tools. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS The search yielded 234 studies. After excluding duplicates, 140 titles and abstracts were screened, and eight reports (348 patients) were eligible for inclusion in the final review. Duloxetine was assessed in two scenarios: (1) early use to reduce the time to attain continence and (2) treatment of persistent PPSUI. Most men had mild-to-moderate incontinence at baseline. Overall, duloxetine resulted in a mean dry rate of 58% (25-89%), mean improvement in pad number of 61% (12-100%), and mean improvement in 1-h pad weight of 68% (53-90%) at short-term follow-up (mean 1-9 mo; low to moderate certainty of evidence). However, mean adverse event rates were relatively high, and treatment was discontinued in 38% (low certainty of evidence). CONCLUSIONS Duloxetine has demonstrated good short-term cure and/or improvement in treating men with persistent PPSUI, as well as in reducing the time to attain continence. However, a proportion of men discontinue treatment due to adverse events. The overall certainty evidence is moderate to low, with heterogeneity between studies and methodological limitations. However, we have highlighted the need for further randomised trials with longer follow-up, utilising consistent outcome reporting measures. Despite these limitations, the findings from this review will aid patient counselling regarding this less invasive treatment option, thereby allowing personalisation of care centred around the values and preferences of individual patients. PATIENT SUMMARY Duloxetine has good success rates in the short term, in terms of improving incontinence symptoms in men who have undergone prostate surgery. However, some men experience side effects bad enough to require cessation of treatment. Further studies are needed to determine whether duloxetine maintains its effectiveness in the long term.
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- Pinky Kotecha
- Department of Urology, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Urology, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Urology, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK.
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Chen C, Chung C, Chu H, Chen K, Ho C. Surgical outcome of anatomical endoscopic enucleation of the prostate: A systemic review and meta‐analysis. Andrologia 2020; 52:e13612. [DOI: 10.1111/and.13612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2020] [Revised: 03/25/2020] [Accepted: 03/31/2020] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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- Chih‐Heng Chen
- Department of Urology National Taiwan University Hospital Taipei Taiwan
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- Department of Urology Shuang Ho Hospital Taipei Medical University Taipei Taiwan
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- Department of Urology Shuang Ho Hospital Taipei Medical University Taipei Taiwan
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- Department of Urology Shuang Ho Hospital Taipei Medical University Taipei Taiwan
- Department of Urology School of Medicine College of Medicine Taipei Medical University Taipei Taiwan
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- Department of Urology Shuang Ho Hospital Taipei Medical University Taipei Taiwan
- Department of Urology School of Medicine College of Medicine Taipei Medical University Taipei Taiwan
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Wei Y, Ke ZB, Xu N, Xue XY. Complications of anatomical endoscopic enucleation of the prostate. Andrologia 2020; 52:e13557. [PMID: 32147865 DOI: 10.1111/and.13557] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2019] [Revised: 01/31/2020] [Accepted: 02/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) remains the 'gold standard' for surgical treatment of benign prostatic obstruction (BPO). Recently, anatomical endoscopic enucleation of the prostate (AEEP) using holmium laser, thulium laser and plasma, etc., is extensively applied in clinical practice. However, perioperative complications of AEEP are inevitable in spite of lower incidence compared with TURP. This study reviewed the literature related to the aetiology, prevention and treatment of common complications of AEEP, which would contribute to the diagnosis and treatment of BPO.
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- Yong Wei
- Department of Urology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Urology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Urology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Urology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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Romero‐Otero J, García‐Gómez B, García‐González L, García‐Rojo E, Abad‐López P, Justo‐Quintas J, Duarte‐Ojeda J, Rodríguez‐Antolín A. Critical analysis of a multicentric experience with holmium laser enucleation of the prostate for benign prostatic hyperplasia: outcomes and complications of 10 years of routine clinical practice. BJU Int 2020; 126:177-182. [DOI: 10.1111/bju.15028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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- Javier Romero‐Otero
- Urology Department, Grupo de Investigación Salud Integral del Varón imas12 Hospital Universitario 12 Octubre MadridSpain
- Hospital Universitario HM Montepríncipe Madrid Spain
- Hospital Universitario La Luz Madrid Spain
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- Urology Department, Grupo de Investigación Salud Integral del Varón imas12 Hospital Universitario 12 Octubre MadridSpain
- Hospital Universitario HM Montepríncipe Madrid Spain
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- Urology Department, Grupo de Investigación Salud Integral del Varón imas12 Hospital Universitario 12 Octubre MadridSpain
- Hospital Universitario La Luz Madrid Spain
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- Urology Department, Grupo de Investigación Salud Integral del Varón imas12 Hospital Universitario 12 Octubre MadridSpain
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- Urology Department, Grupo de Investigación Salud Integral del Varón imas12 Hospital Universitario 12 Octubre MadridSpain
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- Urology Department, Grupo de Investigación Salud Integral del Varón imas12 Hospital Universitario 12 Octubre MadridSpain
- Hospital Universitario La Luz Madrid Spain
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- Urology Department, Grupo de Investigación Salud Integral del Varón imas12 Hospital Universitario 12 Octubre MadridSpain
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First Multi-Center All-Comers Study for the Aquablation Procedure. J Clin Med 2020; 9:jcm9020603. [PMID: 32102329 PMCID: PMC7073705 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9020603] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2020] [Revised: 02/13/2020] [Accepted: 02/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Waterjet-based prostate resection (Aquablation procedure) is an increasingly recognized treatment for symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). We confirmed the safety and effectiveness of the Aquablation procedure in the commercial setting in 178 men at five sites. The mean prostate volume was 59 cc. The procedure time averaged 24 min and total anesthesia duration was 50 min. The International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) decreased from 21.6 at the baseline to 6.5 at the 12-month follow-up, a 15.3-point improvement (p < 0.0001). The maximum urinary flow rate increased from 10 cc/s at the baseline to 20.8 cc/s at month 12 (increase of 11.8 cc, p < 0.0001). Ejaculatory function was relatively preserved. Prostate volume assessed with transrectal ultrasound decreased 36% by month three. Five patients (2.7%) underwent a transfusion in the first week after the procedure. Real-world evidence shows that Aquablation is safe and effective for the treatment of BPH.
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Yalçın S, Yılmaz S, Gazel E, Kaya E, Aydoğan TB, Aybal HÇ, Tunç L. Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate for the treatment of size-independent BPH: A single-center experience of 600 cases. Turk J Urol 2020; 46:219-225. [PMID: 32053095 DOI: 10.5152/tud.2020.19235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2019] [Accepted: 12/19/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) is an endourologic minimal invasive intervention of benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH). The interest on HoLEP is increasing in the literature. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the learning curve and our preliminary results. MATERIAL AND METHODS A retrospective analysis on 600 patients with BPH who underwent HoLEP between July 2015 and April 2019 was performed. Perioperative measures including enucleation efficiency (EE), morcellation efficiency (ME), and percentage of resected tissue weight (PRW) were recorded. Hospitalization time (HT) and catheterization time (CT) were measured. Functional outcomes, Clavien-Dindo classification complications, and continence status were assessed at 1-, 3-, and 6-month follow-up. RESULTS The mean age, prostate size, and prostate-specific antigen levels of the patients were 64.54 years, 91 g, and 4.54 ng/mL, respectively. There were 38.3% of patients with ≥100 g prostate size. The measured EE, ME, and PRW were 1.12 g/min, 4 g/min, and 72%, respectively. The mean HT and CT were 24.53 h and 21.50 h, respectively. Functional outcomes showed significant improvement at 1-, 3-, and 6-month follow-up. Intraoperative and postoperative complications were comparable with the literature. The most common perioperative complication was superficial bladder mucosal injury (n=8, 1.33%). Only one patient had persistent stress urinary incontinence at 6-month follow-up. CONCLUSION As mentioned in the literature, HoLEP indications are independent from prostate size. Our results showed similarity with the literature on functional outcomes, complication rates, and continence status. With its superior results, our HoLEP series from Turkey supports that HoLEP will replace transurethral resection of the prostate as the known current gold standard.
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- Serdar Yalçın
- Department of Urology, Gülhane Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, Gülhane Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Clinic of Urology, Acıbadem Ankara Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, Gülhane Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, Gazi University School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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