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A new report discusses research findings on prostatectomy, specifically focusing on the use of spinal anesthesia for transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) surgeries. The study compared the efficacy of different local anesthetics with fentanyl as an adjuvant. The results showed that hyperbaric bupivacaine had a quicker onset and longer duration compared to isobaric levobupivacaine and hyperbaric levobupivacaine. Levobupivacaine was found to be better than bupivacaine in terms of early mobilization and a lesser incidence of side effects. This research provides valuable insights for medical professionals performing TURP surgeries. [Extracted from the article]

A recent report from Epworth Healthcare in Melbourne, Australia discusses the potential risks associated with the use of metallic prostate stapling devices during transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) surgery. The researchers highlight five cases where the stapled metallic implants caused damage to the bipolar energy device and stimulation of the obturator nerve. They also note that laser equipment malfunction can occur when the laser reflects off metallic prostate implants. The researchers recommend considering monopolar TURP in patients with existing metallic prostate implants to prevent instrument damage and complications. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by Tribhuwan University examined the histopathological findings of prostatic lesions in correlation with serum prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels. The study included 60 transurethral resection of prostate (TURP) specimens and found that benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) was the most common condition, followed by prostatic intraepithelial lesion and malignancy (prostatic adenocarcinoma). The study concluded that PSA is an important marker for prostatic lesions, with increased levels observed in prostatic intraepithelial neoplasms and malignancies. This research provides valuable insights into the diagnosis and management of prostate diseases. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at Zhejiang University in China examined the impact of the interval between transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (LRP) on surgical difficulty and outcomes for incidental prostate cancer. The study included 56 patients and found that there were no significant differences in surgical outcomes between patients who underwent LRP within 12 weeks of TURP and those who had a longer interval. The researchers concluded that performing LRP within 12 weeks after TURP does not negatively affect surgical difficulty or outcomes. This study provides valuable insights for the treatment of prostate cancer. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust in London, United Kingdom, has provided new information about prostatectomy, specifically comparing the use of UroLift and standard transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) in men with urinary symptoms secondary to prostate enlargement. The study aims to assess the feasibility of randomizing patients to either TURP or UroLift prior to radiotherapy. The trial has been approved by the Research Ethics Committee and the results will be published in peer-reviewed journals and disseminated to patients through various channels. [Extracted from the article]

A new report from researchers at the Government Institute of Medical Sciences in Uttar Pradesh, India, compares the clinical efficacy of two local anesthetic agents, hyperbaric ropivacaine and hyperbaric bupivacaine, in spinal anesthesia for transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). The study found that hyperbaric ropivacaine had a slower onset time for sensory and motor blockade compared to hyperbaric bupivacaine. Patients who received hyperbaric ropivacaine also demonstrated better hemodynamic stability and experienced less hypotension. The researchers concluded that hyperbaric ropivacaine is a better choice for spinal anesthesia in elderly patients undergoing TURP compared to hyperbaric bupivacaine. [Extracted from the article]

A new study conducted by researchers at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) explores the successful thrombolysis of an ischemic stroke immediately following transurethral resection of the prostate in an elderly male. The study highlights the controversy surrounding thrombolysis in postoperative stroke due to the potential risks of surgical site hemorrhage and intracerebral hemorrhage. The patient in the case study recovered completely and was discharged one week later. This is the first reported case of successful thrombolysis in a patient developing acute ischemic stroke following major urologic surgery on the day of surgery. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted at Yenepoya Medical College in Karnataka, India, examined the incidence of incidental detection of prostate cancer during Transurethral Resection of Prostate (TURP) surgeries. The researchers found that the incidence of occult adenocarcinoma prostate was 2% in the study group. They also observed that the age group of 70-79 years had the highest incidence of incidental adenocarcinoma prostate. The study concluded that it is important to process all TURP specimens, especially in elderly patients, and evaluate pre-operative PSA levels to avoid missing any tumors. The clinical grading of the prostate by DRE did not correlate with the incidence of occult adenocarcinoma prostate. [Extracted from the article]

This document provides information about a clinical trial that is not yet recruiting participants. The trial aims to investigate the use of Nalbuphine Hydrochloride and Sodium Chloride in the treatment of patients undergoing Transurethral Resection of Prostate. The study will compare the effects of these drugs with a control group. The eligibility criteria include being a male between 18 and 80 years old and meeting certain physical health requirements. The trial will take place in Thailand and is being conducted by Chulalongkorn University. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Arrhythmia; Cardiology; Drugs and Therapies; Health and Medicine; Hypothermia; Prostatectomy; Surgery; Transurethral Resection of Prostate; Urogenital Surgical Procedures; Urologic Surgical Procedures EN Arrhythmia Cardiology Drugs and Therapies Health and Medicine Hypothermia Prostatectomy Surgery Transurethral Resection of Prostate Urogenital Surgical Procedures Urologic Surgical Procedures 646 646 1 08/21/23 20230822 NES 230822 2023 AUG 21 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Cardiovascular Week -- Researchers detail new data in arrhythmia. Arrhythmia, Cardiology, Drugs and Therapies, Health and Medicine, Hypothermia, Prostatectomy, Surgery, Transurethral Resection of Prostate, Urogenital Surgical Procedures, Urologic Surgical Procedures. [Extracted from the article]

Health and Medicine, Prostatectomy, Surgery, Transurethral Resection of Prostate, Urogenital Surgical Procedures, Urologic Surgical Procedures Keywords: Health and Medicine; Prostatectomy; Surgery; Transurethral Resection of Prostate; Urogenital Surgical Procedures; Urologic Surgical Procedures EN Health and Medicine Prostatectomy Surgery Transurethral Resection of Prostate Urogenital Surgical Procedures Urologic Surgical Procedures 1168 1168 1 06/12/23 20230613 NES 230613 2023 JUN 18 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- Current study results on prostatectomy have been published. Study Findings from Department of Urology Broaden Understanding of Prostatectomy (Analysis of transurethral resection of prostate videos on YouTube: Educational quality assessment). [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Diagnostics and Screening; Health and Medicine; Prostatectomy; Surgery; Transurethral Resection of Prostate; Urogenital Surgical Procedures; Urologic Surgical Procedures EN Diagnostics and Screening Health and Medicine Prostatectomy Surgery Transurethral Resection of Prostate Urogenital Surgical Procedures Urologic Surgical Procedures 588 588 1 04/17/23 20230417 NES 230417 2023 APR 23 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- Fresh data on prostatectomy are presented in a new report. For more information on this research see: Serial perioperative optic nerve sheath measurements for early diagnosis of the transurethral resection of prostate syndrome: an open label pilot study. [Extracted from the article]

Levobupivacaine, a pure S enantiomer of racemic bupivacaine has emerged as a safe alternative to bupivacaine with similar efficacy and better pharmacokinetic profile." Keywords: Amides; Anesthetics; Anilides; Bupivacaine; Bupivacaine Therapy; Central Nervous System Agents; Drugs and Therapies; Fentanyl Therapy; Health and Medicine; Levobupivacaine Therapy; Local Injectable Anesthetics; Narcotic Analgesics; Pharmaceuticals; Prostatectomy; Surgery; Transurethral Resection of Prostate; Urogenital Surgical Procedures; Urologic Surgical Procedures EN Amides Anesthetics Anilides Bupivacaine Bupivacaine Therapy Central Nervous System Agents Drugs and Therapies Fentanyl Therapy Health and Medicine Levobupivacaine Therapy Local Injectable Anesthetics Narcotic Analgesics Pharmaceuticals Prostatectomy Surgery Transurethral Resection of Prostate Urogenital Surgical Procedures Urologic Surgical Procedures 1165 1165 1 03/27/23 20230402 NES 230402 2023 MAR 31 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- New research on prostatectomy is the subject of a new report. [Extracted from the article]