Low Dose Brachytherapy

Product Summary: AMA rates Perineal placement of Radioactive Iodine-125 seeds as treatment for Low-Risk Prostate Cancer Item number: 37220, 36812, 55603, 105 Why is it done? This is the alternate management option for a localized prostate cancer. Criteria include: PSA...

Monopolar Trans Urethral Prostate Resection (TURP)

Item Number: 37203 This is the procedure used to resect the inside (enlarged, obstructive part) of the prostate. Known generally as the “Re-Bore”.  Glycine is used as an irrigant.                                                            Why is it done? This...

MRI-Ultrasound Fusion Transperineal Prostate Biopsies

Item Number: 37219, 55603 MRI targeted biopsies of a suspicious lesion in prostate found on MRI investigations                                                                                                          Why is it done? This is a diagnostic procedure used...

NanoKnife Focal Therapy for Prostate Cancer

Item Number: No Item Number, not covered by Medicare / Health fund What is IRE Irreversible Electroporation Therapy—breaking up of cell membranes using electric current by means of creating holes in the cell walls (Nano-pores) Non-thermal ablation   Why is it...

Prostatic Stent

Item Number: Minimal invasive management for the relief of LUTS (lower urinary tract symptoms) or Urinary Retention Why is it done? This procedure is performed when the prostate gland is causing LUTS and you want an alternative to long anaesthetic procedures Symptoms...