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Intermediate Technical IVT

transurethral resection of prostate

Also written as: TURP — Transurethral Resection of Prostate

A minimally invasive surgical procedure to remove prostate tissue through the urethra, commonly abbreviated as TURP.

Full Definition

Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a surgical procedure performed through the urethra to remove obstructing prostate tissue in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia. While primarily used for benign conditions, TURP may also be employed for hemostasis in patients with prostate cancer and bleeding. The procedure involves using an electrosurgical loop to resect tissue chips, which are then analyzed histologically. Potential complications include bleeding, infection, retrograde ejaculation, and rarely, incontinence.

Usage

Usage note: TURP is the standard abbreviation; avoid 'TURP procedure' as it's redundant.

In Context

  • "Palliative transurethral resection of prostate was performed to relieve urinary retention." — Operative report
  • "TURP chips revealed incidental prostate adenocarcinoma in 15% of the specimen." — Pathology report

Also known as

TURP transurethral prostatectomy

Don't confuse with

TUIP TUNA holmium laser prostatectomy

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