Lumenis Introduces the HoLEP Simulator and the PolyScope Disposable Ureteroscope at American Urology Association 2009 Annu...( SANTA CLARA Calif. April 23 /- Lumeni...),Health

SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumenis Inc., a subsidiary of Lumenis Ltd., a global developer, manufacturer and seller of laser, light-based and radiofrequency devices for surgical, aesthetic, and ophthalmic applications, announced today at the American Urological Association's (AUA) annual show the introduction of a Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) training simulator and the PolyScope Disposable Ureteroscope(1), a new flexible scope with enhanced vision and flexibility. These items support Lumenis' continued commitment to new technology and training that advance the medical laser community.

Computer-Guided Interactive HoLEP Simulator

The abundance of clinical evidence suggests that HoLEP provides superior outcomes and long term durability in treating Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) of all gland sizes(2). There has been increasing interest from physicians to learn HoLEP. Dr. James Lingeman, Clinical Professor of Urology, Indiana University School of Medicine, stated, "The HoLEP simulator is the future of surgical training. This learning approach allows physicians to practice the procedure and first achieve a standard level of competence before operating live. This new training technology will benefit physicians and patients alike."

There is a body of clinical evidence that shows that HoLEP provides superior treatment outcomes and is durable long-term. The training simulator is an effective tool that allows more physicians to be trained on the HoLEP procedure. "The clinical data supporting the superiority of the HoLEP procedure is significant," says Mr. Dov Ofer, Chief Executive Officer of Lumenis. "Lumenis is committed to providing the state-of-the-art training tools so that more urologists can become proficient with the HoLEP procedure and make it available to patients worldwide."

HoLEP is performed using Lumenis' VersaPulse(R) PowerSuite(TM) l
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