HoLEP vs TURP: Choosing a Procedure for BPH
HoLEP and TURP both remove obstructing prostate tissue to improve urinary flow in men with BPH. They use different techniques and have different practical trade-offs.
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HoLEP and TURP both remove obstructing prostate tissue to improve urinary flow in men with BPH. They use different techniques and have different practical trade-offs.
HoLEP removes obstructing prostate tissue. A prostatic urethral lift uses implants to hold prostate tissue away from the urethra.
Recovery after HoLEP is usually faster than after traditional open prostate surgery, but urinary irritation, temporary leakage and changes in ejaculation can be part of the post-procedure discussion.