A systematic review on the outcomes of local anaesthetic transperineal prostate biopsy.

Abbie Kanagarajah Donnacha HoganHenry H YaoPhilip DundeeHelen E O'Connell

Published in: BJU international (2022)

Transperineal prostate biopsy performed under LA is a viable option for centres interested in avoiding the risk of infection associated with transrectal biopsy, and the logistical burden of general anaesthesia. Further investigation into LA transperineal prostate biopsy with comparative studies is warranted for its consideration as the standard in prostate biopsy technique.

Keyphrases

prostate cancer
ultrasound guided
fine needle aspiration
benign prostatic hyperplasia
type diabetes
risk factors
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue