We present here four cases of adult prostatic utricules, and discuss the endoscopic or surgical treatment. A brief embryological and clinical summary allows a better understanding of this malformation. Therapeutic indications are reviewed and transtrigonal approach is described. We think that this surgical procedure gives better results and less morbidity.
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