Transurethral microwave thermotherapy

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-008864",
  "term": "Transurethral microwave thermotherapy",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "A procedure used to treat benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). An instrument is inserted through the urethra into the bladder. A small microwave antenna on the instrument heats nearby prostate tissue and destroys it. This relieves pressure and improves urine flow. Also called TUMT.",
  "synonyms": [
    "TUMT"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/transurethral-microwave-thermotherapy/"
}