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Transurethral resection is a surgery used to treat urinary problems due to an enlarged prostate. The procedure involves cutting away a section of the prostate.This book is an introductory guide to transurethral resection techniques for postgraduate medical students.Divided into fourteen sections the text begins with discussion on the history of uroendoscopy, and endoscopes and resection instruments.The following chapters cover endoscopic anatomy, anaesthesia and patient preparation, and different surgical techniques for transurethral resection.The book concludes with advice on post-operative care and potential complications and their management.The text is enhanced by clinical photographs, diagrams and tables.Key pointsIntroductory guide to transurethral resection for postgraduatesProvides detail on instruments, anaesthesia and different surgical techniquesDiscusses post-operative care and management of complicationsIncludes clinical photographs, diagrams and tables to enhance learning