[Radiofrequency percutaneous ablation in prostatic hypertrophy].

Abstract

The authors describe both procedure details and results in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) by a transcutaneous radiofrequency ablation (TRAP). Using a "cool-tip" needle/electrode, they obtained a large cavitation or a collapse (urethral damage free) of the adenoma, the different result depending on the utilized radiofrequency (RF) energy and the site of application. In this procedure, the US control of the RF effect appears more careful than the "lassic transurethral treatment (TUNA) and it's suitable in prostate's peripheral zone also. The manoeuvre is performed with local or peripheral anaesthesia, is well deobtruent and have not risk of bleeding or other peri-operative complications.