Introduction
The UroLift® System treatment is a revolutionary, minimally invasive approach to treating an enlarged prostate or BPH
What Is A UroLift® Procedure?
The UroLift® System treatment is a revolutionary, minimally invasive approach to treating an enlarged prostate, or BPH, that lifts or holds the enlarged prostate tissue out of the way so it no longer blocks the urethra and without compromising sexual function.. There is no cutting, heating or removal of prostate tissue.
What Is UroLift® Procedure Suitable For?
Urolift is an alternative for patients with BPH or enlarged prostate looking for something other than drug therapy or more invasive surgery. Treatment might be right for you if any of the following apply:
- You do not want to take another pill everyday
- You have tried BPH medication but are unhappy with the side effects
- You do not want to undergo major surgery due to potential surgical risks of side effects and complications
- You want a BPH solution that preserves your sexual function
- You want to regain your quality of life with minimal downtime
How Does The UroLift System Work?
The UroLift system is a daycase procedure, performed under sedation or general anaesthesia, the procedure works as follows:
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A camera with the ability to hold the Urolift implants is inserted into the urethra.
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The tiny implants are then deployed onto the prostate lobes to hold the them apart so that a good channel can be achieved for flow of urine.
How Long Does It Take To Recover From A UroLift Procedure?
Typically, following Urolift procedure, patients return home the same day without a catheter.
Who is UroLift right for?
Urolift is generally suitable for people with small to medium sized prostates.
Urolift is not suitable for everyone, it depends on the size and shape of the prostate gland which sometimes needs to be assessed by cystoscopy prior to the procedure.
Urolift can also be used in patients with larger prostates if they are unsuitable for other surgical treatments
How Effective Is UroLift?
Good results are seen in patients with medium sized prostates.
Is UroLift Permanent?
There is limited data on the permanence of Urolift as it is a new innovation in treatment of enlarged prostate
Can UroLift Be Reversed?
No, the Urolift treatment cannot be reversed.
Why Choose UroLift?
The benefits of Urolift procedure make it a very attractive procedure for patients:
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Less invasive compared to other procedures
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Reduced blood loss compared to other treatments
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Shorter hospital stay
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Shorter recovery
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Less pain
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No erectile side effects
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No incontinence
TURP vs Urolift: What’s Right For Me?
A clinician will recommend based on the following:
- Urolift is often indicated in patients who have small to medium sized prostates and younger men who do not want to experience erectile issues .
- TURP is the gold standard in treatment for BPH and enlarged prostate and is often indicated in men with larger prostates, and often in older men who are less concerned by erectile issues which are possible side effects of TURP. It requires general anesthesia and a 2 day hospital
Does UroLift Affect PSA
Urolift does not affect PSA.
How Much Does UroLift Cost?
The fees for a private Urolift comprise hospital and consultant fees. The consultant fees for the procedure are £1050
System treatment is a revolutionary, minimally invasive approach to treating an enlarged prostate, or BPH, that lifts or holds the enlarged prostate tissue out of the way so it no longer blocks the urethra. There is no cutting, heating or removal of prostate tissue.
Clinical data has shown that the UroLift® System treatment is safe and effective in relieving lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH without compromising sexual function. The goal of the UroLift® System treatment is to relieve symptoms so you can get back to your life and resume your daily activities.
The urologist places tiny implants to hold the prostate lobes apart, like open curtains on a window, to relieve compression on the urethra. This allows urine to flow normally again. This can be done in the physician’s office under local anaesthesia. Typically, patients return home the same day without a catheter.
This is an alternative for patients looking for something other than drug therapy or more invasive surgery. Treatment might be right for you if any of the following apply to you:
- You do not want to take another pill everyday
- You have tried BPH medication but are unhappy with the side effects
- You do not want to undergo major surgery due to potential surgical risks of side effects and complications
- You want a BPH solution that preserves your sexual function
- You want to regain your quality of life with minimal downtime
