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Is Transurethral Microwave Thermotherapy An Effective Procedure For Prostate?
Hi! I am a sexually active (married 47 years), 68 year old, physically fit white male with bph that has started to affect my renal function. In 6 months my eGFR has gone from normal ( 60) to 23. If I don t eliminate the back pressure on my kidneys soon, I will probably end up in complete renal failure. I am seeing my urologist in 5 days to discuss my options. 15 years ago my prostate was 45 mg vs a normal 25. I don t know its exact size now; but I suspect that it is fairly large (65-85 mg). I would prefer to solve the problem with as minimal a procedure as possible; but do not want to risk dying from this in the next 2 years. My research tells me that TUMT may be my treatment of choice. Any comments?
Trans urethral microwave thermo-therapy is not as effective as TURP (Trans-urethral Removal Of Prostate). TURP is better option for you since only 72 percent of men reduce their symptoms by half or more. Please check your PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) to decide by which way your BPH could be treated. Work with your surgeon to get these all done.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Pramod Kokare, General & Family Physician
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Is Transurethral Microwave Thermotherapy An Effective Procedure For Prostate?
Hi, Trans urethral microwave thermo-therapy is not as effective as TURP (Trans-urethral Removal Of Prostate). TURP is better option for you since only 72 percent of men reduce their symptoms by half or more. Please check your PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) to decide by which way your BPH could be treated. Work with your surgeon to get these all done. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Pramod Kokare, General & Family Physician