TURP

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Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)

Procedure

An endoscopic (telescopic) operation done through the male urethra to resect obstructing prostate tissue. A larger channel is created through the prostate gland and flow is improved.

Anaesthetic

Spinal or General anaesthetic

Duration

30-60 minutes
2-3 days stay in hospital

Preparation

6 hours fasting prior
Cease Aspirin a week prior
Cease Anti platelet medications (Iscover, Plavix) 10 days prior in consultation with your physician

Risks

Haematuria - Light intermittent bleeding with mild dysuria (burning during micturition) is expected up to 2 weeks post surgery
Retrograde ejaculation (>90%) - Loss of ejaculation is expected. However erections and orgasm are generally unaltered
Stricture (2%)
Incontinence (< 0.5%)
Urinary tract infection (3%)
Recurrent BPH (5%)