Transurethral Vaporesection of the Prostate
Transurethral Vaporesection of the Prostate
Definition
A type of prostate ablation where a laser or heated wire loop is inserted through the urethra and used to vaporize prostate tissue.
Also known as Transurethral Vaporesection of the Prostate, Transurethral Vaporization of the Prostate, TUVRP — per NCIT
Anatomy
| Organ | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Prostatic urethra | Procedure Has Completely Excised Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Prostate | Procedure Has Excised Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Prostate | Procedure Has Partially Excised Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Genitourinary system | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Renal system | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |