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Biodegradable Self-Reinforced Polyglycolic Acid Spiral Stent in Prevention of Postoperative Urinary Retention After Visual Laser Ablation of the Prostate-Laser Prostatectomy

Martti Talja, Teuvo L.J. Tammela, Anssi Pétas, Tero Välimaa, Kimmo Taari, Esa Viherkoski, Pertti Törmälä

The Journal of Urology · 1995 · 57 citations · 20 references

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Abstract

The self-reinforced polyglycolic acid spiral stent can effectively and safely prevent postoperative urinary retention after visual laser ablation of the prostate.

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