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Prostate Removal Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why


The prostate is located below the bladder of a man. The prostate surrounds the urethra as well. As men age, the prostate enlarges naturally. Enlargement can put pressure on the bladder and urethra create bladder infections. It can also create difficulties in urinating. Removing the prostate (prostatectomy) to help relieve this pressure and can eliminate these problems.

How does the urologist remove the prostate?
There are several procedures used to remove the prostate. Each has different advantages and risks. However, all urologists use all methods and not all patients will qualify for all methods.

The most common types of include transurethral resection of prostate (TURP), laser prostatectomy, transurethral needle ablation (tuna) and an open prostatectomy.

Why urologists use TURP?
The great advantage of TURP is that it does not create a cut out surgically. The drawback of TURP is delivered with the difficulty of removing the prostate especially great. procedure

which is the least invasive?
The laser prostatectomy is the least invasive and allows patients to return home the same day. This procedure uses laser energy to remove prostate tissue, resulting in an open channel for urine flow-through.
• CIT - interstitial laser coagulation using the laser energy
• HoLep - holmium laser enucleation of the prostate uses laser energy
• GreenLight laser therapy laser therapy uses />
There are some less invasive procedures available to men. They use heat to remove the prostate.
• Tuna - transurethral needle ablation using ultrasound
• TUMT - transurethral microwave thermotherapy uses a microwave antenna fed through a catheter
• TUVP - electrovaporization Transurethral uses a ball to heat the prostate tissue.
• WIT - Water-induced thermotherapy uses water heated catheter

Where can I find a urologist?
You can use Finders doctor to find a urologist in your area or find one that does prostatectomy particular you are looking for.

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