Photoselective vaporization for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

As an alternative to transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), photoselective vaporization of the prostate (PVP) provides a bloodless, relatively painless relief of lower urinary tract symptoms for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia. Following a review of the evidence in 2006, the Ontario Health Technology Advisory Committee recommended that a study be conducted to evaluate PVP in Ontario.

Objectives

To compare the clinical effectiveness, safety, cost-effectiveness, and budget impact of PVP compared to conventional TURP for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia in Ontario.

Methods

A prospective, nonrandomized trial was conducted in 3 Ontario centres. Consenting subjects were assessed at baseline and 1, 3, and 6 months following surgery. Out

SUBMITTER: Bowen JM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3764772 | biostudies-literature | 2013

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature