Miscellaneous Flashcards
1
Q
What is TURP syndrome?
A
Rare and life-threatening complication of TURP surgery
Caused by irrigation with large volumes of glycine –> hyponatraemia
CNS, respiratory and systemic symptoms
2
Q
A
What is TURP syndrome?
Rare and life-threatening complication of TURP surgery
Caused by irrigation with large volumes of glycine –> hyponatraemia
CNS, respiratory and systemic symptoms