Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

High-Intensity Focused Transrectal Ultrasound

Tissue ablation of the PROSTATE performed by ultrasound from a transducer placed in the RECTUM. The procedure is used to treat prostate cancer (PROSTATIC NEOPLASMS) and benign prostatic hypertrophy (PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA).

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Abstract

Tissue ablation of the PROSTATE performed by ultrasound from a transducer placed in the RECTUM. The procedure is used to treat prostate cancer (PROSTATIC NEOPLASMS) and benign prostatic hypertrophy (PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA).

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Synonyms

3 entry terms
  • Transrectal High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound
  • Ultrasound, High-Intensity Focused, Transrectal
  • Transrectal High Intensity Focused Ultrasound

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14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

2003

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Previous Indexing

  • Ultrasonic Therapy (1994-2002)

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  1. E02w.565w.280w.945w.399.500
  2. E04w.014.380.500
  3. E04w.950w.774.860.625w.875

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. High-Intensity Focused Transrectal Ultrasound. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D036761. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D036761
  2. High-Intensity Focused Transrectal Ultrasound. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q73524593