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Initial Experience with New High Powered 120 W Holmium for Vaporization of the Prostate

Abstract

Holmium laser vaporization of the prostate (Holvap) is a minimally invasive treatment option available for men with urinary obstruction secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Recently, a new 120 W high powered holmium laser has been approved to treat symptomatic prostatic obstruction (Lumenis Ltd). We present our early experience with the use of this laser. Prostatic configuration, uroflow patterns, post void residuals, and subjective AUA symptom score measurements were obtained and compared before and after treatment.

Read a Commentary by Marc Beaghler, MD

Written by: 
Marc Beaghler, Mark Leo, J’aime Gass, Jordon March, Sariely Sandoval and Alex Wonnaparhown

Author Information:
University of Nevada and San Buenaventura Community Hospital, USA

Beaghler M, Leo M, Gass J, March J, Sandoval S, et al. (2017) Initial Experience with New High Powered 120 W Holmium for Vaporization of the Prostate. Urol Nephrol Open Access J 4(2): 00119. DOI:10.15406/unoaj.2017.04.00119

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