When is TURP?

TURP is used for enlarged prostate or prostate adenoma.
As the prostate enlarges, it compresses the urethra and causes unpleasant symptoms associated with impaired urinary output, including the urge to urinate frequently, including several times during the night, difficulty initiating urination, weak urine stream and pain when urinating.
Prostate adenoma also often causes sexual problems.
During TURP, the prostate tissue that blocks the urethra is excised, relieving the symptoms of prostate adenoma.

How is TURP done?

TURP is performed under spinal anaesthesia and takes on average 1 to 2 hours.
During the procedure, the urologist inserts a resectoscope – a surgical instrument – into the urethra.
The resectoscope allows the doctor to see the prostate gland and cut out the excess tissue blocking the urethra.
The excised prostate tissue is then removed from the urethra and sent to a laboratory to make sure it is free of cancer cells.
At the end of the operation, a catheter is inserted into the urethra and removed 1-3 days after the operation.

How to prepare for surgery?

When you book an appointment, your doctor will tell you how to prepare and answer all your questions.
Before surgery, you may need a consultation with an anaesthetist and several tests, such as cystoscopy and CT scan.
Our surgeon will prescribe the specific tests during your consultation.

Postoperative period

After surgery, you need to stay in hospital for 1-3 days.
You will be able to stand up and walk independently from the first day after surgery.
After the operation, it is recommended to rest for 2 weeks.
During this period, you must not do any strenuous exercise or lift weights of more than 5 kg.
Sedentary activities such as cycling or motorcycling should be avoided for 6 weeks after surgery.
It is most common to return to work within two weeks after surgery.