A 73-year-old man underwent which procedure to remove part of his prostate due to benign prostatic hyperplasia?
A) laparoscopic pyelectomy
B) percutaneous nephrectomy
C) retrograde resection
D) transurethral resection

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Transurethral resection (TUR) is a procedure used to remove part of the prostate gland that has become enlarged due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). During the procedure, a special instrument called a resectoscope is inserted through the urethra to remove the excess tissue. Laparoscopic pyeloplasty is a procedure used to repair a blocked or narrowed ureter, while percutaneous nephrectomy is a minimally invasive procedure used to remove a kidney. Retrograde resection is not a commonly used medical term.

A 73-Year-Old Man Underwent Which Procedure to Remove Part of His