Transurethral electrovaporisation of prostate (TVP or TUVP) is a new modification of transurethral resection of prostate (TURP). The goal of TVP in benign prostatic hyperplasia (BHP) is reduce the incidence of TURP complications. From 1996 to June 1997, the first time 12 patients have been indicated TVP for BHP in Cho Ray Hospital. The participants included those who have been not operated and those who have been operated using TURP previously. Several kinds of electrodes were used. The roller type was better but it makes the time of TVP longer. The sharp type is easier to cause complications. Perforation of capsule occurred in one patient.
Prostatic Hyperplasia ; therapy