著者の謝辞があります。

ここで説明したすべてのメソッドは、北京病院の倫理委員会によって承認されています。手術の適応はヨーロッパ泌尿器科学会のガイドラインによると、nonneurogenic の男性 LUTS のための。禁忌には、疑いのある前立腺がんや排尿機能障害が含まれます。
1. 操作の器械
<ol><li>160 ワットの最大電力と LBO 結晶レーザの可用性を確保します。</li>
	<li>術中膀胱を潅漑するための endfiring レーザー繊維と生理食塩水ソリューションを採用してください。</li>
	<li>26F レーザー尿道を使用して良好な視力を得るし、切除の効率を向上させます。</li>
</ol>2. 操作のための準備
<ol><li>術前静脈内抗生物質を提供 (セフロキシム ナトリウム 1.5 g 100 mL 0.9%sodium 塩化物溶液、操作の前に 30 分の静脈内投与) すべての患者に。</li>
	<li>麻酔科の前に操作テーブルの上に置く患者を作る。 注:全身麻酔は、効果的かつこの操作に適切な麻酔は最後に患者の全身状態に応じて麻酔のモードを決定します。</li>
	<li>ヘアレスドッグ砕石位で滅菌方法の患者をおいましょう。任意の皮膚の準備を実行しないでください。</li>
</ol>3. 手順
<ol><li>
中央の葉の Vaporesection
	<ol>
<li>全体膀胱腔から前立腺部尿道を注意深く確認、尿道を介して膀胱が膨張されている後。 注:この手順は、泌尿器科医は両側の尿管口と verumontanum を含むいくつかのキーの解剖学的歌うを見つけることできます。</li>
		<li>最初の 2 行をマークします。これらの線を起点として 5 と膀胱頸部に 7 と中央と、verumontanum の近位端を最後に終了、側葉の間の境界に沿って続けることを確認します。</li>
		<li>セット レーザーまでの電源を介して前立腺組織蒸発させなさい w. 80 でファイバーこれらの線に沿ってレーザー蒸発法による白環状線維が見られます。 注:これは、前立腺のカプセルのサインです。2 つの行は、verumontanum に隣接して 1 つの行にマージされます。</li>
		<li>レーザーのファイバー経由で中葉の表面にいくつかの行マーク ・ w ・ 100 に 80 でレーザー出力を設定します。Wedgeshaped 中葉を気化技術によってこれらのラインに従って複数のチャンクに分割します。中葉から各チャンクを分割します。最後に、全体の中の葉を削除します。</li>
	</ol>
</li>
	<li>
側葉の Vaporesection
	<ol>
<li>膀胱鏡で検査 180 ° を回転させることにより膀胱頚部に前立腺の頂点から 12 で組織を蒸発させます。術後尿失禁を引き起こすことができる 12 の頂点に余りに近く行ってレーザーのファイバーをさせてください。 注:この手法は、前立腺の屋根周辺組織の切除率を向上させます。</li>
		<li>側葉の両方の下のマージンを明確に識別が完了する vaporesection。</li>
		<li>外側の葉を削除する前に、verumontanum の近位端に 3 と 9 で膀胱頸部に属します別 2 と同様の溝を設定します。</li>
		<li>外側の腺の組織を削除します。80 を 100 W レーザー パワーを設定し、気化技術によってこれらのラインに従っていくつかの塊に左葉を分割するレーザー光経由で左葉の表面にいくつかの行をマークします。耳たぶから各チャンクを分割し、最終的に全体の左側の葉を削除します。右葉を削除するこの手順を繰り返します。</li>
		<li>カプセルの既存の境界に沿って残腺組織を削除します。</li>
	</ol>
</li>
	<li>
チャネルのトリミング
	<ol>
<li>空洞の整合性を高めるために、腺の頂点の周りいくつかの突出の組織をトリムしてください。</li>
		<li>(すなわち、カプセル穿孔または括約筋損傷) 術中の合併症を避けるためには、外尿道括約筋付近の組織をトリミングし、80 ワット未満の電源を下げる切除ではなく気化技術を使用します。</li>
	</ol>
</li>
	<li>
止血とカテーテル
	<ol>
<li>水の流れによって組織のチャンクを削除する尿道のインターフェースにマッチするガラスの注射器を採用してください。そのまま尿管オリフィスの識別し、膀胱と、尿道を介して前立腺窩残存組織の証拠がないかどうかを確認します。</li>
		<li>手術部位の周りの出血を止めるため低いレーザー力 (30 に 50 W) を採用してください。通常 3 ~ 5 mm 繊維および満足の止血効果を取得する血管との適切な距離を保ちます。</li>
		<li>尿道から、尿道を削除します。リドカイン ジェルによって尿道を十分に潤滑後バルーンに 30 mL の水で軽く膀胱腔に尿道口から 22 フランス フォーリー カテーテルを配置します。</li>
	</ol>
</li>
	<li>
術後のケア
	<ol>
<li>彼らは完全に麻酔から覚ますまで介護単位で術後約 3 時間ベッドに横たわってを患者に伝えます。一方、この時間の間に患者モニターと医療用酸素が利用可能であることを確認します。</li>
		<li>完全に目を覚ます、時に、患者を病棟に戻ります。いくつかの水を飲むし、いくつかの食品を取るを開始を患者に伝えます。尿量を記録し、尿の色に注意を払います。</li>
	</ol>
</li>
</ol>

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この研究は、国立キー R & D 中国プログラムの (2017YFC0840100 および 2017YFC0840102) によって後援されました。

ここでは、PVRP と私たちの経験を共有します。まず、PVRP は適切な境界画定が前立腺のカプセルの良い露出を有効にし、カプセル穿孔のリスクの減少します。第二に、組織の除去を外科的被膜、とくに前立腺部尿道の屋根の周りの組織の切除を容易にし満足のいく組織除去率を提供する 12 の溝に沿って実施します。第三に、前立腺部尿道の広いチャネルを取得し手術のビジュアライゼーショ?...

経尿道的前立腺切除術 (TURP) は、良性前立腺過形成 (BPH) の治療のゴールド スタンダードとしてまだ受け入れられているがレーザー手術が徐々 により良い患者の耐性より術中のため人気となってください。出血量、満足のいく効果、短く術後の回復1,2,3。現在、世界中の前立腺肥大症治療のための最も一般的に使用されるレーザーは、チタンリン酸カリウム リチウムやリチウム三ほう酸 (LBO) 結晶4,5によって生成されます。従来、これらは sidefiring レーザー レーザー ホルミウム レーザーなどの他のタイプと比較して、ツリウム レーザーに分類されます。
前立腺 (PVP) 外科 Photoselective 蒸発による生理食塩水灌漑6、7、TURP 症候群を大幅に低下可能性があり、レーザーによる下部尿路症候群 (LUT) の信頼性の高い有効性の他のタイプに比べてPVP は、研究8,9,10のシリーズによって確認されました。ただし、横置き焼成レーザー放射に関連付けられた PVP レーザー繊維11,12,13の短い寿命のほぼ 20% のエネルギー損失など、いくつかの欠点があります。また、PVP には完全な組織の蒸発による前立腺癌の診断の可能性が高くなります。
Photoselective Vaporesection 終わり焼成繊維前立腺 (PVRP) の導入は、PVP の上記の欠点のほとんどを克服に成功しました。まず、先端は術中送信レーザー エネルギーの損失ほとんどなしで組織することができます。第二に、繊維残骸は、先端に徴収する場合は、影響を受ける部分を削除するだけで理想的な出力を維持するために簡単です。最後に、レーザー切除術後病理組織検査用試料の収集を有効にします。したがって、前立腺肥大症の治療にこのプロトコルを使用して組織の除去率を高める、手術時間を節約でき術中の安全性を向上します。

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			<td height="124" style="height:124px;width:279px;">FLARE surgical Laser Fiber</td>
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			<td style="width:477px;">The FLARE Surgical laser Fiber is a 600 micron fiber with an straight tip that transmits the laser energy directly. this product is packaged sterile for disposable use and should not be re-sterilized or reused. Dispose of properly after use.</td>
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			<td style="width:477px;">The AURORA Surgical green laser system is a diode-pumped, frequency-doubled Nd:YAG solid state laser. The AURORA Surgical green laser system features a &#8220;Plug and Play&#8221; capability that self-adjusts to the facility&#8217;s individual voltage requirements, eliminating the need for electrical modifications. The laser system also includes an air-cooled internal mechanism, ensuring safe operating temperatures with no external water connections. Laser energy emission and system status selection is activated through a surgeon-controlled, color-coded footswitch or system touch screen feature located in the laser console.</td>
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photoselective vaporesection of the prostate via an end-firing lithium triborate crystal laser

良性前立腺過形成 (BPH) による下部尿路症状 (LUT) の発生は、男性人口の高齢化で発生率が高いと共通の問題です。それは命にかかわる病気ではないが、BPH は真剣に生活の質に影響を与える問題を引き起こします。前立腺肥大症は、前立腺 (PVP) の photoselective 気化のバリエーションとして見ることができる治療に前立腺 (PVRP) の photoselective vaporesection と呼ばれる新しい技術を紹介します。この手順では、レーザー エネルギー損失が小さい、以下の術中合併症より組織切除率など PVP 法に比べていくつかの利点を示します。

PVRP を施行した 35 例の合計は、我々 の研究の 1 つに含まれていた。患者の平均年齢は 72.1 ± 7.1 年 (範囲 53-85 年)。
周術期データは表 1のとおりです。平均レーザー発光時間は、平均手術時間の約 50% を占めています。ほとんどの患者の血液喪失 < 200 mL であった。しかし、平均は、いくつかの中程度の場合の出?...

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ここで良性前立腺過形成 (BPH) の治療のため Photoselective Vaporesection 前立腺 (PVRP) を実行するためのプロトコルを提案する.

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ビデオ: Photoselective Vaporesection of the Prostate via an End-firing Lithium Triborate Crystal Laser

Evaluation of Nanoparticle Uptake in Tumors in Real Time Using Intravital Imaging

Current technologies for tumor imaging, such as ultrasound, MRI, PET and CT, are unable to yield high-resolution images for the assessment of nanoparticle uptake in tumors at the microscopic level1,2,3, highlighting the utility of a suitable xenograft model in which to perform detailed uptake analyses. Here, we use high-resolution intravital imaging to evaluate nanoparticle uptake in human tumor xenografts in a modified, shell-less chicken embryo model. The chicken embryo model is particularly well-suited for these in vivo analyses because it supports the growth of human tumors, is relatively inexpensive and does not require anesthetization or surgery 4,5. Tumor cells form fully vascularized xenografts within 7 days when implanted into the chorioallantoic membrane (CAM) 6. The resulting tumors are visualized by non-invasive real-time, high-resolution imaging that can be maintained for up to 72 hours with little impact on either the host or tumor systems. Nanoparticles with a wide range of sizes and formulations administered distal to the tumor can be visualized and quantified as they flow through the bloodstream, extravasate from leaky tumor vasculature, and accumulate at the tumor site. We describe here the analysis of nanoparticles derived from Cowpea mosaic virus (CPMV) decorated with near-infrared fluorescent dyes and/or polyethylene glycol polymers (PEG) 7, 8, 9,10,11. Upon intravenous administration, these viral nanoparticles are rapidly internalized by endothelial cells, resulting in global labeling of the vasculature both outside and within the tumor7,12. PEGylation of the viral nanoparticles increases their plasma half-life, extends their time in the circulation, and ultimately enhances their accumulation in tumors via the enhanced permeability and retention (EPR) effect 7, 10,11. The rate and extent of accumulation of nanoparticles in a tumor is measured over time using image analysis software. This technique provides a method to both visualize and quantify nanoparticle dynamics in human tumors.

We present a novel approach to quantify nanoparticle localization in the vasculature of human xenografted tumors using dynamic, real-time intravital imaging in an avian embryo model.

生体内イメージングを使ってリアルタイムで腫瘍におけるナノ粒子の取り込みの評価

Current technologies for tumor imaging, such as ultrasound, MRI, PET and CT, are unable to yield high-resolution images for the assessment of nanoparticle ...

医学

Probe-based Confocal Laser Endomicroscopy of the Urinary Tract: The Technique

Probe-based confocal laser endomicroscopy (CLE) is an emerging optical imaging technology that enables real-time in vivo microscopy of mucosal surfaces during standard endoscopy. With applications currently in the respiratory1 and gastrointestinal tracts,2-6 CLE has also been explored in the urinary tract for bladder cancer diagnosis.7-10 Cellular morphology and tissue microarchitecture can be resolved with micron scale resolution in real time, in addition to dynamic imaging of the normal and pathological vasculature.7
The probe-based CLE system (Cellvizio, Mauna Kea Technologies, France) consists of a reusable fiberoptic imaging probe coupled to a 488 nm laser scanning unit. The imaging probe is inserted in the working channels of standard flexible and rigid endoscopes. An endoscope-based CLE system (Optiscan, Australia), in which the confocal endomicroscopy functionality is integrated onto the endoscope, is also used in the gastrointestinal tract. Given the larger scope diameter, however, application in the urinary tract is currently limited to ex vivo use.11 Confocal image acquisition is done through direct contact of the imaging probe with the target tissue and recorded as video sequences. As in the gastrointestinal tract, endomicroscopy of the urinary tract requires an exogenenous contrast agent&mdash;most commonly fluorescein, which can be administered intravenously or intravesically. Intravesical administration is a well-established method to introduce pharmacological agents locally with minimal systemic toxicity that is unique to the urinary tract. Fluorescein rapidly stains the extracellular matrix and has an established safety profile.12 Imaging probes of various diameters enable compatibility with different caliber endoscopes. To date, 1.4 and 2.6 mm probes have been evaluated with flexible and rigid cystoscopy.10 Recent availability of a &lt; 1 mm imaging probe13 opens up the possibility of CLE in the upper urinary tract during ureteroscopy. Fluorescence cystoscopy (i.e. photodynamic diagnosis) and narrow band imaging are additional endoscope-based optical imaging modalities14 that can be combined with CLE to achieve multimodal imaging of the urinary tract. In the future, CLE may be coupled with molecular contrast agents such as fluorescently labeled peptides15 and antibodies for endoscopic imaging of disease processes with molecular specificity.

Probe-based confocal laser endomicroscopy enables real-time microscopy of the human urinary tract during cystoscopy, providing dynamic, intravital imaging of pathological states such as bladder cancer with cellular resolution. Endomicroscopy may augment the diagnostic accuracy of standard white light endoscopy and provide intraoperative image guidance to improve surgical resection.

尿路のプローブベースの共焦点レーザーEndomicroscopy：テクニック

Probe-based  confocal laser endomicroscopy (CLE) is an emerging optical imaging technology  that enables real-time in vivo microscopy of mucosal surfaces ...

Endotracheal Intubation in Mice via Direct Laryngoscopy Using an Otoscope

Mice, both wildtype and transgenic, are the principal mammalian model in biomedical research currently. Intubation and mechanical ventilation are necessary for whole animal experiments that require surgery under deep anesthesia or measurements of lung function. Tracheostomy has been the standard for intubating the airway in these mice to allow mechanical ventilation. Orotracheal intubation has been reported but has not been successfully used in many studies because of the substantial technical difficulty or a requirement for highly specialized and expensive equipment. Here we report a technique of direct laryngoscopy using an otoscope fitted with a 2.0 mm speculum and using a 20 G&#160;intravenous catheter as an endotracheal tube. We have used this technique extensively and reliably to intubate and conduct accurate assessments of lung function in mice. This technique has proven safe, with essentially no animal loss in experienced hands. Moreover, this technique can be used for repeated studies of mice in chronic models.

Endotracheal Intubation in Mice via Direct Laryngoscopy Using an Otoscope

We have developed a simple, reliable, and relatively inexpensive method for endotracheal intubation in mice via direct laryngoscopy using an otoscope with a 2.0 mm speculum. This technique is atraumatic and can be used for repeated measurements in chronic experiments. We find it superior to tracheostomy or previously reported nonsurgical techniques.

マウスの気管内挿管<em&gt;経由</emオトスコープの使用&gt;直接喉頭鏡検査

Mice, both wildtype and transgenic, are the principal mammalian model in biomedical research currently. Intubation and mechanical ventilation are ...

Permanent Cerebral Vessel Occlusion via Double Ligature and Transection

Stroke is a leading cause of death, disability, and socioeconomic loss worldwide. The majority of all strokes result from an interruption in blood flow (ischemia) 1. Middle cerebral artery (MCA) delivers a great majority of blood to the lateral surface of the cortex 2, is the most common site of human stroke 3, and ischemia within its territory can result in extensive dysfunction or death 1,4,5. Survivors of ischemic stroke often suffer loss or disruption of motor capabilities, sensory deficits, and infarct. In an effort to capture these key characteristics of stroke, and thereby develop effective treatment, a great deal of emphasis is placed upon animal models of ischemia in MCA.
Here we present a method of permanently occluding a cortical surface blood vessel. We will present this method using an example of a relevant vessel occlusion that models the most common type, location, and outcome of human stroke, permanent middle cerebral artery occlusion (pMCAO). In this model, we surgically expose MCA in the adult rat and subsequently occlude via double ligature and transection of the vessel. This pMCAO blocks the proximal cortical branch of MCA, causing ischemia in all of MCA cortical territory, a large portion of the cortex. This method of occlusion can also be used to occlude more distal portions of cortical vessels in order to achieve more focal ischemia targeting a smaller region of cortex. The primary disadvantages of pMCAO are that the surgical procedure is somewhat invasive as a small craniotomy is required to access MCA, though this results in minimal tissue damage. The primary advantages of this model, however, are: the site of occlusion is well defined, the degree of blood flow reduction is consistent, functional and neurological impairment occurs rapidly, infarct size is consistent, and the high rate of survival allows for long-term chronic assessment.

Permanent Cerebral Vessel Occlusion via Double Ligature and Transection

We describe a highly reproducible method for the permanent occlusion of a rodent major cerebral blood vessel. This technique can be accomplished with very little peripheral damage, minimal blood loss, a high rate of long-term survival, and consistent infarct volume commensurate with the human clinical population.

永久的な脳血管閉塞<em&gt;経由</em&gt;ダブルリガチャーと離断

Stroke is a leading cause of death, disability, and socioeconomic loss worldwide. The majority of all strokes result from an interruption in blood flow ...

An Orthotopic Murine Model of Human Prostate Cancer Metastasis

Our laboratory has developed a novel orthotopic implantation model of human prostate cancer (PCa). As PCa death is not due to the primary tumor, but rather the formation of distinct metastasis, the ability to effectively model this progression pre-clinically is of high value. In this model, cells are directly implanted into the ventral lobe of the prostate in Balb/c athymic mice, and allowed to progress for 4-6 weeks. At experiment termination, several distinct endpoints can be measured, such as size and molecular characterization of the primary tumor, the presence and quantification of circulating tumor cells in the blood and bone marrow, and formation of metastasis to the lung. In addition to a variety of endpoints, this model provides a picture of a cells ability to invade and escape the primary organ, enter and survive in the circulatory system, and implant and grow in a secondary site. This model has been used effectively to measure metastatic response to both changes in protein expression as well as to response to small molecule therapeutics, in a short turnaround time.

This orthotopic model of human prostate cancer allows for quantification of tumor size, circulating tumor cells, and formation of distinct metastasis to the lung. As cells must escape the primary organ, enter the blood stream, and implant into a secondary site, this model effectively recapitulates the scenario in humans.

ヒト前立腺癌転移の同所マウスモデル

Our laboratory has developed a novel orthotopic implantation model of  human prostate cancer (PCa). As PCa death is not due to the primary tumor, but  ...

An &#8220;All-laser&#8221; Endothelial Transplant

The &#8220;all laser&#8221; assisted endothelial keratoplasty is a procedure that is performed with a femtosecond laser used to cut the donor tissue at an intended depth, and a near infrared diode laser to weld the corneal tissue. The proposed technique enables to reach the three main goals in endothelial keratoplasty: a precise control in the thickness of the donor tissue; its easy insertion in the recipient bed and a reduced risk of donor lenticule dislocation. The donor cornea thickness is measured in the surgery room with optical coherence tomography (OCT), in order to correctly design the donor tissue dimensions. A femtosecond laser is used to cut the donor cornea. The recipient eye is prepared by manual stripping of the descemetic membrane. The donor endothelium is inserted into a Busin-injector, the peripheral inner side is stained with a proper chromophore (a water solution of Indocyanine Green) and then it is pulled in the anterior chamber. The transplanted tissue is placed in the final and correct location and then diode laser welding is induced from outside the eyeball. The procedure has been performed on more than 15 patients evidencing an improvement in surgery performances, with a good recovery of visual acuity and a reduced donor lenticule dislocation event.

An all laser procedure is proposed in the endothelial transplant. The surgical technique is based on the use of a femtosecond laser to prepare the donor tissue. Laser welding technique is then used to secure the donor endothelium in the correct position.

「オールレーザー」内皮移植

The &#8220;all laser&#8221; assisted endothelial keratoplasty is a procedure that is performed with a femtosecond laser used to cut the donor tissue at an ...

An Improved Method for Rapid Intubation of the Trachea in Mice

Despite some anatomical and physiological differences, mouse models continue to be an essential tool for studying human lung disease. Bleomycin toxicity is a commonly used model to study both acute lung injury and fibrosis, and multiple methods have been developed for administering bleomycin (and other toxic agents) into the lungs. However, many of these approaches, such as transtracheal instillation, have inherent drawbacks, including the need for strong anesthetics and survival surgery. This paper reports a quick, reproducible method of intratracheal intubation that involves mild inhaled anesthesia, visualization of the trachea, and the use of a surrogate spirometer to confirm exposure. As a proof of concept, 8-12 week old C57BL/6 mice were administered either 2.0 U/kg of bleomycin or an equivalent volume of PBS, and both damage and fibrotic endpoints were measured post-exposure. This procedure allows researchers to treat a large cohort of mice in a relatively short period with little expense and minimal post-procedure care.

This article presents a rapid and simple method for administering bleomycin directly into the mouse trachea via intubation. Key advantages of this method are that it is highly reproducible, easy to master, and does not require specialized equipment or lengthy recovery times.

マウスの気管の迅速な挿管のための改善された方法

Despite some anatomical and physiological differences, mouse models continue to be an essential tool for studying human lung disease. Bleomycin toxicity ...

Surgical Treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) commonly occurs among elderly males. The condition causes symptoms in the lower urinary tract, thereby reducing the quality of life. BPH includes 2 major treatments: medication and surgery. Surgical treatment is often the most effective and final intervention. Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP), one of the most efficient surgical procedures for BPH, is conducted transurethrally. During surgery, the most important and most difficult part is to locate the surgical capsule of the prostate, which is consistent to the idea of anatomic surgery. Different skills may be needed in treating different parts of the prostate. HoLEP tends to be efficient and safe with good hemostatic properties, and able to treat bladder calculus, which may be the complications of BPH. The technique is particularly suitable for prostate of varying volumes and sizes. Indeed, HoLEP also presents certain disadvantages, such as a long learning curve and costly equipment. Regardless, this method may be the "new standard" and the excellent method for the surgical treatment of BPH.

Surgical Treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate HoLEP.

Here we present a safe and efficient protocol, holmium laser enucleation of the prostate, to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia.

前立腺肥大症の外科治療: ホルミウム レーザー核出術 (HoLEP) 前立腺の。

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) commonly occurs among elderly males. The condition causes symptoms in the lower urinary tract, thereby reducing the ...

Enucleation of the Prostate for the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Using a 980 nm Diode Laser

In the aging male population, the occurrence of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common problem. Here, we introduce a new technique called 980 nm diode laser enucleation (DiLEP) to treat BPH1. Diode lasers can absorb both water and hemoglobin at the same time, so they are good for cutting and hemostasis2. The diode laser was approved by the FDA in 2007, and has been used in the treatment of BPH because of its effective cutting and hemostasis effect3. DiLEP presents several advantages over other techniques, such as TURP, HoLEP, and PVP. During the procedure, we define the boundary of a high-volume prostate and separate it into three lobes with a diode laser by burning two rings and one groove (like a Cupid&#39;s arrow). Compared to other procedures, mDiLEP has fewer intraoperative complications, a shorter learning curve, and achieves more tissue resection.

Here, we present a protocol for modified 980 nm diode laser enucleation to treat large volume benign prostatic hyperplasia.

980 nm ダイオード レーザーを使用した良性前立腺肥大症の治療のための前立腺の摘出術

In the aging male population, the occurrence of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common problem. ...

Inducing Acute Liver Injury in Rats via Carbon Tetrachloride (CCl4) Exposure Through an Orogastric Tube

Acute liver injury (ALI) plays a crucial role in the development of hepatic failure, which is characterized by severe liver dysfunction including complications such as hepatic encephalopathy and impaired protein synthesis. Appropriate animal models are vital to test the mechanism and pathophysiology of ALI and investigate different hepatoprotective strategies. Due to its ability to perform chemical transformations, carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) is widely used in the liver to induce ALI through the formation of reactive oxygen species. CCl4 exposure can be performed intraperitoneally, by inhalation, or through a nasogastric or orogastric tube. Here, we describe a rodent model, in which ALI is induced by CCl4 exposure through an orogastric tube. This method is inexpensive, easily performed, and has minimal hazard risk. The model is highly reproducible and can be widely used to determine the efficacy of potential hepatoprotective strategies and assess markers of liver injury.

Inducing Acute Liver Injury in Rats via Carbon Tetrachloride CCl4 Exposure Through an Orogastric Tube

This protocol describes a common and feasible method of inducing acute liver injury (ALI) via CCl4 exposure through an orogastric tube. CCl4 exposure induces ALI through the formation of reactive oxygen species during its biotransformation in the liver. This method is used to analyze the pathophysiology of ALI and examine different hepatoprotective strategies.