HOLEP ( HOLMIUM LASER ENUCLEATION OF PROSTATE )

HOLEP:

Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat benign prostrate hyperplasia. (BPH),a common condition in older men characterised by enlargement of the prostrate gland.BPH can lead to bothersome urinary symptoms such as difficulty urinating weak urine flow,frequently urination and urinary retention ,which can significantly impact quality of life if left untreated..

PROCEDURES:

During a HOLEP procedure a small telescope like instrument called a cystoscope is inserted into the urethra allowing the surgeon to visualise the prostrate gland.A holmium Laser is then used to precisely remove excess prostrate tissue that is causing the obstruction of the urethra and interfering with urine flow.The Laser energy vaporised the prostrate tissue which is then sectioned out of the body through cystoscope..

ADVANTAGS:

HOLEP is a safe and effective procedures with a quick recovery when compare to similar types of surgery.Although there are many procedures to treat BPH.HOLEP offers the following advantages:

* Surgeons can remove a large area of prostrate tissue without any incisions on your skin.

* HOLEP is excellent in treating large prostrates but can be effective for any size prostrate.

* minimal or no hospital stay.

*Decreased risk of bleeding and blood transfusions.* lower risk of needing repeat procedures.