TURP
TURP removes obstructing prostate tissue through an instrument passed through the urinary passage. It can improve urine flow and bladder emptying in appropriately selected patients.
Common Symptoms
Weak urine stream; difficulty starting urination; frequent urination; urgency; night-time urination; incomplete emptying; urinary retention.
Causes of TURP
Benign prostatic enlargement can narrow the urinary channel and obstruct urine flow.
Risk Factors
Increasing age; prostate enlargement; urinary retention; bladder changes related to longstanding obstruction.
Diagnosis
History and examination; urine tests; prostate assessment; PSA when appropriate; ultrasound and flow or residual urine assessment when indicated.
Treatment Options
Medicines; minimally invasive procedures; TURP or other prostate procedures based on prostate size, symptoms and patient factors.
Benefits of Treatment
Can improve urine flow; relieves obstruction; may reduce symptoms and complications related to chronic urinary retention.
Recovery & Aftercare
A catheter is commonly used temporarily. Recovery and return to normal activity depend on the individual procedure and medical condition.
Prevention
Regular follow-up; medication adherence when prescribed; healthy fluid and bladder habits; evaluation of persistent symptoms.
Possible Complications
Bleeding; infection; temporary urinary urgency; urethral stricture or bladder-neck narrowing; retrograde ejaculation; other uncommon complications.
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