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HOLMIUM LASER PROSTATE ENUCLEATION [1 record]

Record 1 2025-02-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Genitourinary Surgery
  • Lasers and Masers
CONT

Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate(HoLEP). A laser is used to cut and remove the excess prostate tissue that is blocking the urethra. Another instrument is then used to cut the prostate tissue into small pieces that are easily removed. HoLEP can be an option for men who have a severely enlarged prostate.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Chirurgie génito-urinaire
  • Masers et lasers

Spanish

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