Transurethral Resection of Prostate (TURP)

Transurethral Resection of Prostate is a surgical procedure that is used to treat mild to severe symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also refers to as the enlargement of the prostate. During this procedure, the surgeon inserts a resectoscope that is a visual and surgical tool to enter into the urethra to scrape away the excess prostate tissue one piece at a time. The removal of the obstructive prostatic tissue by using this procedure helps to urine in flowing normally again from the bladder. This is performed under general or spinal anesthesia.

Why do you need Transurethral Resection of Prostate (TURP)?

Transurethral Resection of Prostate is a proven effective surgical procedure that alleviates the symptoms of urinary disorders related to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. Your doctor will suggest this procedure for mild to severe cases if other medications are shown not responsive, There are many complications that require this method to be used such as frequent Urinary Tract Infections, loss of normal kidney function, bladder stones, incontinence (inability to control urination), and recurring blood in the urine.