Transurethral resection of prostate adenoma. Prices, reviews, ratings
General information
The transurethral resection of the prostate technique is based on the fact that a tube (resectoscope) is inserted into the urethra. Prostate tissue removal is performed using diathermocoagulation, which involves excision of prostate tissue using high temperature coagulation.
Procedure
Preparation
Before the operation, it is necessary to conduct a urine and blood test, a blood clotting test, and a biochemical blood test.
Also, before the operation, the patient consults with an anesthesiologist, who in turn selects the most suitable anesthesia option for the patient.
Process of transurethral resection of the prostate
The following methods of transurethral resection of prostate adenoma are distinguished:
- partial TURP (this method of performing the operation involves the removal of 40-80% of the enlarged adenoma prostate);
- pseudo-TURP (only part of the prostate adenoma is removed (somewhere around 15-20% of the total volume);
- total TURP (during this operation, almost the entire enlarged prostate is removed);
- radical TURP (this operation is not used to treat the prostate, but is used to treat cancer that is at an early stage).
Transurethral resection of the prostate is performed using endoscopic technology and a resectoscope is used for this.
Rehabilitation period
The postoperative period is characterized by the following activities:
- taking painkillers;
- taking antibiotics;
- the patient undergoes urination bladder.
The absence of incisions on the abdominal wall allows patients to more easily endure the rehabilitation period.
Complications may also arise after the operation - bleeding, urinary incontinence and infectious complications from the wound.
Indications
Transurethral resection of the prostate is recommended in cases where open adenomectomy is dangerous and contraindicated. The main indications for the operation are:
- recurrent urinary infection;
- severe renal failure;
- residual urine;
- enlarged prostate;
- pseudodiverticula.
Contraindications
This operation is not performed if the patient has the following pathological conditions:
- cardiovascular diseases;
- acute diabetes mellitus;
- if the patient is taking blood thinning medications (the medications should be discontinued a week before the operation);
- infectious and acute inflammatory diseases of the organs genitourinary system;
- smoking (it is recommended to quit smoking 1 month before the operation);
- respiratory diseases;
- blood clotting disorder.
Complications
Complications that most often arise during surgery:
- prostate capsule perforation;
- urethral injury;
- perforation of the rectum, abdominal cavity and bladder;
- penile erection.
Prices and clinics
Transurethral resection of the prostate is performed by an experienced andrologist surgeon. Many clinics provide this service. You can find out or clarify the price of transurethral resection of the prostate using our medical portal
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