Mp3-08 bipolar vaporization causes higher complication rates compared to bipolar loop resection: a randomized prospective trial

Both bipolar TURP by resection loop or vaporization button has become the standard of care because it causes less intraoperative bleeding, and avoids free water absorption. Bipolar vaporization specifically has become deservedly popular because it is technically easy and results in near-zero intraoperative bleeding. However, published data shows that bipolar vaporization may be associated with increased late complications. We compare results of bipolar TURP using the resection loop versus vaporization button for BPH to determine the relative safety profile.

Source: The Journal of Urology - April 1, 2015 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Osama Abdelwahab, Tarek Soliman, Hammoda Sherif, Mohamad Habous, Osama Laban, Richard Santucci Tags: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Surgical Therapy & New Technology I Source Type: research