Journal article
A prospective trial of GreenLight PVP (HPS120) versus transurethral resection of the prostate in the treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms in Ontario, Canada
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Photoselective vaporization of the prostate (PVP) is a bloodless, relatively painless alternative to transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) for relief of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
OBJECTIVE: We compare the effectiveness, safety and cost-effectiveness of Greenlight Laser PVP (HPS-120) and TURP.
Authors
Whelan JP; Bowen JM; Burke N; Woods EA; McIssac GP; Hopkins RB; O'Reilly DJ; Xie F; Sehatzadeh S; Levin L
Journal
Canadian Urological Association Journal, Vol. 7, No. 9-10, pp. 335–341
Publisher
Canadian Urological Association Journal
Publication Date
2013
DOI
10.5489/cuaj.180
ISSN
1911-6470