| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9319330 | European Urology | 2005 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Transperineal prostate biopsy is a safe procedure with a very low complication rate and high cancer detection rate. Prostate volume is the most relevant variable in the planning of the optimal number of cores in the extensive first biopsy set. A protocol with more than 8 peripheral cores) is recommended only in patients with prostate volume larger than 30Â cc.
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Authors
Vincenzo Ficarra, Giovanni Novella, Giacomo Novara, Antonio Galfano, Maurizio Pea, Guido Martignoni, Walter Artibani,