Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
UroLift
Binds the prostate, widening the urethra that was once narrow due to benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Long-term effects
No side effects
Short treatment time
Incredibly effective
Simple and Safe Prostate Ligation
After the procedure, minor side effects such as hematuria and dysuria may exist, though most cases go away on their own or can be treated with simple medicines.
Prostatectomy vs. UroLift
| Item | Urolift (Procedure) |
|---|---|
| Anesthesia | Local anesthesia |
| Duration | 20 min |
| Hospitalization required | None – in clinic treatment |
| Effect | Immediate |
| Adverse sexual side effects | Few to none |
| Correctional surgery frequency | Approx. 6% |
| Item | Prostatectomy |
|---|---|
| Anesthesia | General anesthesia/spinal anesthesia |
| Duration | 40–60 min |
| Hospitalization required | 5–7 day hospitalization |
| Effect | 1–2 days after surgery |
| Adverse sexual side effects | Retrograde ejaculation, impotence |
| Correctional surgery frequency | Approx. 14% |