Prostate laser surgery
Prostate laser surgery
Laser vaporization can help relieve symptoms of enlarged prostate.
Laser surgery can help treat moderate to severe BPH symptoms
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate, occurs when the prostate gland becomes larger over time and begins obstructing the flow of urine from the bladder. Common symptoms include:
- Frequent urination
- Weak or interrupted urine flow
- Urgent need to urinate
- Difficulty emptying bladder completely
- Waking up at night to urinate
- Straining to void
For some men, a surgery known as laser vaporization of the prostate can help.
What is prostate laser surgery?
During the procedure, a surgeon will insert a scope through the penis into the urethra (the tube that carries urine from the bladder). Because the prostate surrounds the urethra, when it becomes enlarged it causes restricted urine flow.
Once the scope is in place, a laser is passed through. The laser is used to vaporize or “melt away” excess prostate tissue, freeing up the urethra to carry urine more smoothly.
Laser surgery can be a great option for some BPH patients. Versus other types of BPH surgery, laser vaporization of the prostate offers:
- Reduced risk of bleeding
- Outpatient procedure
- Faster recovery
- Less need for catheter post-surgery
To learn more about Laser Prostatectomy, visit our health library here.
We're proud to offer minimally invasive treatment options for BPH
Laser vaporization of the prostate can be a great option, but other treatments are also available. The team at West Jefferson Urology will work with you to create a personalized treatment plan based on your unique needs.
Call us to schedule an appointment at 504.934.8100 or select a doctor to schedule online
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