Do prostatic stents solve the problem of retention after transurethral microwave thermotherapy?

J Endourol. 2000 Oct;14(8):683-7. doi: 10.1089/end.2000.14.683.

Abstract

Temporary nonmetallic stents offer an alternative to an indwelling catheter for the management of voiding problems after heat-based therapies for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Patient comfort is improved, and they are able to void immediately after the procedure. Unlike a catheter, stents function on the principle of active drainage. Thus, a functioning detrusor muscle is imperative for stent success. Single-center clinical trials have reported encouraging results; however, predictable success criteria are yet to be established. Multicenter trial data are awaited.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Equipment Design
  • Humans
  • Hyperthermia, Induced / adverse effects*
  • Male
  • Microwaves / adverse effects*
  • Microwaves / therapeutic use
  • Prostatic Hyperplasia / therapy*
  • Stents / adverse effects
  • Stents / standards*
  • Urinary Retention / etiology*
  • Urinary Retention / therapy*