Surgical treatment of small-volume prostate and prevention of bladder neck contracture

VernacularTitle:小体积良性前列腺增生的外科处理与膀胱颈部挛缩的预防
Author: Zelin ZHANG ¹ ; Shujie XIA ¹
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1. 上海交通大学泌尿外科研究所　上海交通大学医学院附属第一人民医院泌尿外科临床医学中心，上海　200080
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: Small-volume benign prostatic hyperplasia; Surgical treatment; Thulium laser enucleation; Bladder neck contracture
From: Chinese Journal of Urology 2024;45(12):956-959
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the most common cause of urination disorders in middle-aged and elderly men, and it is a benign progressive disease that significantly impacts the quality of life of patients. Among these, small-volume BPH, due to its unique histological features, not only causes distress to patients but also poses challenges to doctors. Medication often has limited efficacy, and the effectiveness of surgery is uncertain. In particular, the incidence of bladder neck contracture after surgery is relatively high, which greatly affects the patient's quality of life. This article provides a review of the surgical approach selection for small-volume BPH, as well as strategies for the prevention and management of bladder neck contracture.