TUMT

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TUMT
TermTUMT
Short definitionTUMT - A procedure to treat benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). An instrument is inserted through the urethra into the bladder. 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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TUMT - A procedure to treat benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). An instrument is inserted through the urethra into the bladder. A small microwave antenna on the instrument heats and destroys adjacent prostate tissue. This relieves pressure and improves urine flow. Also called transurethral microwave thermotherapy

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