Ultrasonic determination of prostatic volume: a cadaver study.
In a cadaver study we aimed to prove that the application of Hastak's technique of planimetric volumetry of the prostate, using transrectal ultrasonography, is an accurate method. We used Brüel and Kjaer equipment (type 1846 + 1850, 4 mHz) in measuring 25 prostates of cadavers (all older than 40 years). Ultrasonically and physically measured volumes were compared. Only small differences (+4 to -6 cm3) were due to measurement errors. We conclude that planimetric volumetry of the prostate by transrectal ultrasonography is accurate.
Hendrikx
A J
AJ
Department of Urology, University of Nijmegen, The Netherlands.
van Helvoort-van Dommelen
C A
CA
van Dijk
M A
MA
Reintjes
A G
AG
Debruyne
F M
FM
D000328:Adult; D002102:Cadaver; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011467:Prostate / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D011470:Prostatic Hyperplasia / Q000175:diagnosis; D014463:Ultrasonography