Povidone-iodine for transrectal prostate biopsy

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Povidone-iodine for transrectal prostate biopsy

Ergun et al., 2025 | Cochrane Database Syst Rev | Other

Citation

Ergun Onuralp, Arden Evelyn W, ... Dahm Philipp. Povidone-iodine for transrectal prostate biopsy. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025-Nov-03;11(11):CD015884. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD015884

Abstract

This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (intervention). The objectives are as follows: To assess the effects of rectal cleansing with PVP-I versus no cleansing with PVP-I in people undergoing TRUSP.

Key Findings

The objectives are as follows: To assess the effects of rectal cleansing with PVP-I versus no cleansing with PVP-I in people undergoing TRUSP.

Outcomes Measured

  • Requires manual extraction

Population

Field Value
Population See abstract
Sample Size See abstract
Age Range See abstract
Condition See abstract

MeSH Terms

  • Humans
  • Male
  • Anti-Infective Agents, Local
  • Povidone-Iodine
  • Prostate
  • Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic
  • Rectum
  • Therapeutic Irrigation

Evidence Classification

  • Level: Other
  • Publication Types: Journal Article
  • Vertical: iodine

Provenance

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