title: [A new method of radiofrequency needle ablation of the prostate in the treatment of benign hyperplasia].
abstract: The authors present the results of a new transvesical approach for radiofrequency needle ablation of the prostate in 29 patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The ablation has been done using a new radiofrequency generator ESHFG-440-40-1 made in Russia. Upon 12-month follow-up urination normalized in 23 patients. This result is better than that after transurethral needle ablation. The transvesical needle ablation has no contradictions and can be used in a wide range of patients with BPH both in hospital and outpatient settings.
authors.forename: Sh T
authors.initials: ShT
authors.lastname: Mukhtarov
authors.forename: D L
authors.initials: DL
authors.lastname: Arustamov
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009339:Needles; D011470:Prostatic Hyperplasia / Q000532:radiotherapy*; D011878:Radiotherapy / Q000379:methods; D016896:Treatment Outcome