Transurethral Drainage of Prostatic Abscess Using 120 W Holmium Laser Technology

[摘要] Introduction: Prostatic abscess is an infrequent but serious pathology that could be treated byultrasound-guided puncture, transurethral resection, or open surgery.Case Report: We present a case of a 72-year-old male with a 3x5 cm prostatic abscess in the right lobe shown in abdominal computed tomography (CT). In the blood test, he presented coagulopathy. Urgent transurethral drainage by holmium laser was decided to be performed. It started with incision and opening of the right prostatic lobe with an energy of 1.2 J and a frequency of 20 Hz with a total power of 24 W. A 550-micron fiber was used for this technique. Coagulation of the area was performed with a power of 20 W. The postoperative course was uneventful.Conclusion: The holmium laser appears to be an effective alternative in the treatment of this pathology in patients with coagulation disorders by providing adequate hemostatic control.

[学科分类] 基础医学

[关键词] Prostatic abscess;Holmium laser;Urinary infections