Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) Practice Exam

A transurethral resection is a procedure that?

1. Removes tissue from the uterus

2. Removes tissue from the bladder or prostate

3. Removes tissue from the colon

4. Removes tissue from the lungs

The correct answer is: Removes tissue from the bladder or prostate

A transurethral resection is a surgical procedure primarily performed to remove tissue from the bladder or prostate. This technique involves the use of a cystoscope, which is inserted through the urethra to access the bladder or prostate directly. This approach is commonly used to treat conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate) and bladder tumors. The procedure allows for targeted removal of tissue without the need for larger incisions, making it less invasive and potentially leading to quicker recovery times for patients. This differentiates it from procedures that remove tissue from other organs, such as the uterus, colon, or lungs, which require distinct surgical techniques and approaches specific to those respective areas.