Transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) examination of the prostate is the established technique ... of coated microbubbles of approximately 3 µm in size. The center of the microbubble contains gas and ...

Prostate ultrasound can measure the volume or size of the prostate to help plan treatment. Patients receiving radioactive seed implantation ("brachytherapy") to treat prostate cancer have transrectal ...

This probe emits the ultrasound waves that target the cancerous areas of the prostate. The entire process typically takes one and half to three hours, depending on the tumor's size and treatment area.

Read more about screening on our Understanding Prostate Cancer page. Transrectal ultrasound: This test measures the size of the prostate gland. A small probe, about the size of a finger, is placed in ...

Post-void Residual (PVR) Measurement: Ultrasound or catheterization determines how much urine remains in the bladder after voiding. Transrectal Ultrasound (TRUS): An imaging technique that provides ...

This may include a prostate and rectal ultrasound to examine the size, location and shape of the prostate gland. He or she may also order a prostate biopsy to check for cancer or abnormal cells. If ...

Scientists at Heriot Watt University developed a cost-effective technique for faster, more accurate prostate cancer detection using ultrasound equipment, with a 94% success rate in early trials.

A minimally-invasive treatment using MRI and transurethral ultrasound instead of surgery ... in the reduction of the presence ...

The ultrasound probe manipulator includes a position adjustment ... Kim SB, Cho IC and Min SK. Prostate volume measurement by transrectal ultrasonography: comparison of height obtained by use of ...