Matthew C. Ercolani, MD, FACS, presented “The Prostatic Urethral Lift (Urolift): Back to Basics” during the 1st International Functional and Reconstructive Urology Update on August 28, 2024, in Denver, Colorado.
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How to cite: Ercolani, Matthew C. “The Prostatic Urethral Lift (Urolift): Back to Basics.” August 28, 2024. Accessed Oct 2024. https://grandroundsinurology.com/the-prostatic-urethral-lift-urolift-back-to-basics/
The Prostatic Urethral Lift (Urolift): Back to Basics – Summary
Matthew C. Ercolani, MD, FACS, provides an overview of UroLift, a minimally invasive procedure for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). In this 11-minute presentation, Ercolani explains his reasoning for performing the UroLift procedure and its benefits compared to other options.
Dr. Ercolani reviews the optimal patient profile, best placement locations, and areas to avoid when performing the implant procedure. He then shares a video of implantation, illustrating how to customize Urolift placement and providing a “before and after” comparison.
About The 1st International Functional and Reconstructive Urology Update (IFRUU)
The International Functional and Reconstructive Urology Update is a multi-day meeting focused on functional and reconstructive urology (FRU). FRU is a rapidly expanding subspecialty with the vision to improve the lives of all patients with urinary disorders. The IFRUU conference aims to equip practitioners with the tools to manage patients with functional urologic disorders effectively. The inaugural IFRUU conference took place from August 28-30, 2024 in Denver, Colorado.
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