Lasers in Urology

Covers the practical applications of laser techniques in urology with particular regard to bladder cancer, ureteric and urethral tumours and the endoscopic laser destruction of stones.

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This book covers the field of laser urology as currently practiced, particularly with regard to bladder cancer, ureteric and urethral tumours and the endoscopic laser destruction of stones. The book is written largely by European urologists who have been instrumental in developing laser applications in urology. The book serves as an introduction for the tyro laser urologist. It gives background detail and reviews current studies for each application covering both benign conditions and malignant disease. It encompasses newer methods of endoscopic therapy for prostate cancer, the developing use of photodynamic therapy and the new field of percutaneously administered laser interstitial hyperthermia. There is a how-to-do-it section for each technique with practical advice on using lasers.