Is surgery for prostate cancer considered an elective procedure? Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The Defense Department has ...

Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) is safe and effective for treating symptomatic BPH independent of prostate size, according to a report in BJU International (2008;101:1536-1541). In ...

G_enlarged prostate_BPH Complication and readmission rates for patients who undergo holmium laser enucleation of the prostate are similar whether patients are discharged directly from post-anesthesia ...

The holmium laser prostate (HoLEP) surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that treats a condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia. Although it’s usually considered safe for most people, it ...

Pre-treatment prostate MRI predicts recurrence and survival after surgery. Discover how imaging improves risk assessment.

A transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) of the prostate may also be called a prostate sonogram or endorectal ultrasound. A doctor usually performs a TRUS to help diagnose prostate cancer or detect prostate ...

If you plan to get surgery for your prostate cancer, there are a few things you can do to get ready ahead of time. As with any surgery, your well-being and safety are important. If you prepare for ...

If your doctor suspects that you have prostate cancer, they may advise you to undergo a prostate biopsy procedure. A biopsy is a standard cancer screening test that involves the careful removal of ...