How long does a TURP procedure take?

The TURP procedure takes about 60 to 90 minutes to perform. Before surgery you’ll be given either general anesthesia — which means you’ll be unconscious during the procedure — or spinal anesthesia, which means you’ll remain conscious.

What is a TURP surgery?

A transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is surgery to remove parts of the prostate gland through the penis. No incisions are needed. The surgeon reaches the prostate by putting an instrument into the end of the penis and through the urethra. This instrument, called a resectoscope, is about 12 inches long and .

What is a TURis procedure?

TURis is a bipolar surgical system for treating men with lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic enlargement. The comparator is any monopolar transurethral resection of the prostate (mTURP) system.

How big is a resectoscope?

Resectoscope diameter was 24 F in group 1 (n=35) or 26 F in group 2 (n=36). Urethral catheter type, catheter removal time and energy type were kept constant for all patients.

Is TURP a major surgery?

TURP is a major surgery with serious risks and potential complications. You may have less invasive treatment options.

How painful is TURP surgery?

You shouldn’t experience any severe pain, but there may be some discomfort and bladder spasms (contractions) from the catheter, which is left in place because your urethra (the tube that carries urine out of the body) will be swollen and sore.

What is monopolar TURP?

Monopolar TURP: Conventional TURP removes tissue with a wire loop that has electrical current flowing in one direction (monopolar) through the resectoscope to cut the tissue. The surgical site is irrigated with nonconducting fluid.

What does Luts mean?

Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) describe many different urination problems in men. You may hear your doctor use the term LUTS if you have: Poor or intermittent urine stream. Straining to pee. Sudden urge to urinate.

Is a resectoscope an endoscope?

A resectoscope is a type of endoscope used in surgeries of the uterus, prostate, bladder, or urethra. The device may be used to extract tissue for biopsy, remove growths, or ablate diseased or damaged tissue.

What is a bipolar resectoscope?

In bipolar electrosurgery, the current flow through the tissue is restricted to the area between the two electrode’s loops that are under visual control of the surgeon (Figs. 1 and 2). In this case, saline solution can be used as distension media because it has no risk of current dispersion.

Do you go home with a catheter after TURP?

You’ll be able to go home with the catheter still in place, and an appointment will be made to remove it a few days or weeks later.