MINIMALLY INVASIVE ALTERNATIVE THERAPEUTIC OPTIONS FOR LOWER URINARY-TRACT SYMPTOMS

Many minimally invasive techniques designed to alleviate lower urinary tract symptoms have been evaluated, each of which offers a glimpse of the next generation of treatment. These minimally invasive techniques improve upon transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) by reduci ng the risk of postoperative complications. However, none have been co mpared with TU RP in large-scale controlled trials, and therefore will not be able to replace TURF until their long-term durability is known . (C) 1998, Elsevier Science Inc. All rights reserved.