During your turp, your surgeon will trim part of your prostate tissue away. Transurethral resection of the prostate turp for benign. Transurethral resection of the prostate healthline. Transurethral resection of the prostate turp canadian. Further information and a short video of turp are available on the baus website. The information in the publication is not intended to convey medical advice or to substitute for direct consultation with a qualified medical. Turp is the most commonly performed operation to improve urine flow and most men get good relief of their symptoms a bladder catheter is used for a short time after the operation to.
We use an instrument called a resectoscope to go inside your prostate through your urethra. Its located between the penis and bladder, and surrounds the urethra the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the penis. Turp is designed to relieve symptoms of an enlarged prostate by reducing the size of the prostate. The information in the publication is not intended to convey medical advice or to substitute for direct consultation with a qualified medical practitioner. Consumers were consulted in the development of this patient information. It is nothing to worry about and will return when you have recovered. Turp trans urethral resection of the prostate you are having your operation at. During the turp procedure, your surgeon will remove a portion of your prostate. Please contact the patient advice and liaison service pals if you require this leaflet in a different format, or would like to feedback your experience of the hospital. If you have any questions, please speak to your prostate nurse specialist, who will be happy to help. This leaflet contains evidencebased information about your proposed. As men age the prostate can enlarge and this can lead. It explains the benefits, alternatives and risks of having the procedure and what it involves. This condition is called bph benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Alternatively, they use spinal anesthesia, where a needle is placed in the spine to. The tissue that is cut away will drain out through the. Transurethral resection of the prostate turp mayo clinic. Tissue removed during a resection of the prostate or turp is routinely screened for the presence of cancer. Transurethral resection of the prostate turp this procedure. During the first few weeks, you may feel burning when you pass urine. Oct 12, 2015 benign prostatic hyperplasia bph is an increase in size of the prostate gland without malignancy present and it is so common as to be normal with advancing age. Olympus offers a versatile portfolio of plasma electrodes which gives your surgeon flexibility and unparalleled precision.
A hypertonic saline solution infusion 150 ml 3% nacl over 2 h was started. Take it easy for the first month or so while you heal after transurethral resection of the prostate. Turp removes prostate tissue to ease pressure on the urethra. Its best reserved for when other treatments havent worked, and symptoms are interfering with your life. Turp advantages of the urolift system most common side effects are light blood in the urine, some pain or discomfort when urinating, some increased urge to go and discomfort in the pelvis that typically resolve within 24 weeks after the procedure. A patients guide to turp 1 prostate gland veru urethra sphincter valve to maintain continence bladder muscle bladder seminal vesicle location of the prostate. Patient information transurethral resection of the prostate for. The possible aftereffects and your risk of getting them are shown below. Turp transurethral resection of the prostate patient. The tissue that we cut away gets flushed out of your body. For decades, transurethral resection of the prostate turp has been. This leaflet includes advice from consensus panels, the british association.
If you see a lot of blood, you probably did too much. Without treatment, symptoms do not always become worse and may even improve over time. Do not lift more than fifteen pounds for 2 weeks after a laser prostatectomy and for 4 weeks after a transurethral resection of the prostate turp or transurethral vaporization of the prostate tuvp. Studies show that in as many as 5070% of men, ejaculation may be preserved after the turp procedure aimed at preserving ejaculatory function. Transurethral resection of the prostate turp is the surgical removal of part of the prostate gland. It is one option available to relieve the symptoms of an enlarged prostate or other benign noncancerous prostate disease. Mar 12, 2018 surgeons perform most turp procedures when the patient is under general anesthesia and unconscious or asleep.
Turp syndrome and severe hyponatremia under general anaesthesia. Turp stands for trans urethral resection of the prostate. Nov 19, 2012 the patient was diagnosed with turp syndrome and was administered diuretics furosemide, 20 mg. There are several other treatment options for an enlarged prostate, including lifestyle. Visiting hours 11 am to 1 pm and 3 pm to 8 pm patient rest period 1 pm to 3 pm our mission in the spirit of the sisters of mercy, mater health services offers compassionate service to the sick and needy, promotes a holistic approach to health care in response to. Benign prostatic hyperplasia bph is the name given to enlargement of the prostate gland. A turp is an operation to remove the parts of your prostate that are pressing on your urethra, to make it easier for you to pass urine. The prostate gland commonly becomes larger in older men. Resection of the prostate turp transurethral resection of the prostate involves the surgical removal of part of. Jun 21, 2018 the prostate gland commonly becomes larger in older men. Bph is when your prostate is enlarged bigger than it should be. For more information about mater adult hospital please telephone 07 3163 8111. As a result, the full benefit of the turp procedure for the treatment of urinary.
Additional information, including patient specific potential risks, must be obtained during consultation with your urologist. The surgeon will insert an instrument up the penis through the urethra and cut away the prostate tissue until the passage is well open. Transurethral resection of the prostate turp healthdirect. Do not engage in activities requiring heavy lifting greater than 1020 lbs. This instrument contains a lighted camera and valves that control irrigating fluid.
Urine leaves the bladder, passing through the centre of the gland, and then through the sphincter muscle to enter the waterpipeurethra, to emerge at the end of the penis. The authors concluded that intraoperative and perioperative safety and early functional results of turp are superior to pvp in patients with prostates larger than 70 ml. Reliable information on urology patient information. Transurethral resection of the prostate turp prostate cancer uk. Some men do experience a drop in their desire to have sex,but this is not unusual. Transurethral resection of prostate turp this leaflet explains. Hydronephrosis in adults the basics beyond the basics beyond the basics patient education pieces are longer, more sophisticated, and more detailed. The basics the basics patient education pieces answer the four or five key questions a patient might have about a given condition. A transurethral resection of the prostate turp is surgery to remove parts of the prostate gland through the penis. An instrument called a resectoscope is inserted through the tip of your penis and into the tube that carries urine from your bladder urethra. Eau patient information is your portal to reliable information on urology and urology health. Some urinary incontinence may happen after surgery. Info urologists cua canadian urological association.
It produces part of the seminal fluid which is important for reproduction. While surgery can improve symptoms dramatically, turp can have significant unwanted side effects. Turp, pvp laser, plasma vaporization information urologic. Turp is the most common procedure for treating bph. Patient level information uptodate offers two types of patient education materials. The prostate sits below the bladder and forms the beginning of the urethra waterpipe. Most patients are admitted to hospital on the day of. It is by far the most common of the surgical procedures used for benign prostate disease.
Surgeons perform most turp procedures when the patient is under general anesthesia and unconscious or asleep. This prostate gland enlargement is also called benign prostatic hypertrophy or hyperplasia. The content provided within this document is intended as a guide only and does not apply to all patients. Ucsf department of urology benign prostatic hyperplasia. The downside of the ejaculationpreserving turp procedure is that it is a partial turp and not a complete turp procedure. Transurethral resection of the prostate turp better health channel. With bph, your prostate presses down on your urethra. Normal prostate glands are about the size and shape of a walnut and weigh about an ounce.
Turp, pvp laser, plasma vaporization of prostate discharge. The main function of the prostate gland is to produce ejaculatory fluid. It seems likely that the nature of bph is a failure of apoptosis natural programmed death of cells and that some of the drugs used to treat it may induce that process. The prostate is a small gland in the pelvis only found in men. The prostate gland is part of the male reproductive system and is located below the bladder, in front of the rectum and surrounds the urethra structure that carries urine from the bladder out through the penis. Turp outcomes depend on surgeons experience, the patients gland size and comorbidities. You should be able to void after the catheter has been removed. Benign prostatic hyperplasia bph patient information. It is the most common type of surgery for treating an enlarged prostate. Some recent studies suggest that a new way of performing turp, called a bipolar turp, may lower your risk of developing tur syndrome. The surgeon reaches the prostate by putting an instrument into the end of the penis and through the urethra. A transurethral resection of prostate turp is done by removing the inner portion of the prostate that is pressing on the urethra. Discharge instructions for transurethral resection of the. Transurethral resection of the prostate turp patient information booklet please bring this book to your admission to the hospital and to all of your appointments for information call 67212000 extension 2920 between 8.
These articles are best for patients who want indepth information and are comfortable with some medical jargon. Benign prostatic hyperplasia bph patient information fact. You can also learn more about the history of turp on the website. How soon after having a turp will i notice an improvement in my urinary symptoms. Bph is when your prostate is enlarged bigger than it. It involves a surgeon inserting a special tube down your urethra, through which a heated wire loop is passed. Turp is surgery to treat a noncancer benign enlargement of the prostate. A patients guide to turp 11 be able to resume normal sexual activity. Turp for benign disease the british association of. This enlargement is believed to be caused by the effects. In this operation, we cut away the extra prostate tissue. Patient information valacyclovir tablets, usp 500 mg and 1 gram val. The canadian urological association disclaims all liability and legal responsibility howsoever caused, including negligence, for the information contained in or referenced by this brochure.
Urine leaves the bladder, passing through the centre of the gland, and then through the sphincter muscle to. Transurethral resection of the prostate turp patient. Information will be provided at the time of booking. Prostate gland veru urethra sphincter valve to maintain continence bladder muscle bladder seminal vesicle. Urinary incontinence in men the basics patient education. Turp, pvp laser, plasma vaporization of prostate discharge information voiding after foley catheter is removed. You will likely be placed under general anesthesia, so youll be unconscious and unable to feel pain. It is common to have urgency, frequency and feeling the need to go often. Transurethral resection of the prostate turp johns.
Transurethral resection of the prostate european urology open. It is the responsibility of the patient to contact. Brigham and womens faulkner hospital transurethral. The public education council improves the quality of resources the foundation provides. Transurethral resection of the prostate turp 5 disclaimer. Transurethral resection of the prostate turp is a surgery used to treat urinary problems that are caused by an enlarged prostate. This will increase the pressure your abdomen puts on your bladder and may result in more blood in your urine. They are available free of charge to active, senior and honorary cua members in good standing for use in canada. It may include links to online content that was not created by michigan medicine and for which michigan medicine does not. If this happens, sit down, drink more water until the urine clears up. It is recommended that you discuss the pros and cons of both.
This leaflet gives you information about having a turp, which is an operation to treat an enlarged prostate. A transurethral resection of the prostate turp is an operation used to treat men with serious prostate problems. This instrument, called a resectoscope, is about 12 inches long and. Turp or transurethral vaporization of the prostate tuvp. A transurethral resection of the prostate turp is a surgical procedure that involves cutting away a section of the prostate. Prostate gland enlargement causes and treatment patient. Patient information valacyclovir tablets, usp 500 mg and 1. I have been given the following patient information. Surgeons are trained to reduce the risk of tur syndrome for example, by making sure your operation does not take longer than an hour.
This wire loop is used to shave off the overgrown areas of your prostate. The patient had spontaneous bleeding from his nose and from the surgical site. Your surgeon will make the best clinical decision as to which electrode to use for a safe, effective and reliable treatment. Patient information publications queensland health. Turp is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia bph when medication doesnt work. These articles are best for patients who want a general overview and who prefer short, easytoread materials. Turp this leaflet gives you information about having a turp, which is an operation to treat an enlarged prostate gland. Erections cannot be avoided,especially at night,and will do no harm. Cua patient information brochures covering fiftyeight topics have been developed for urologists to give to their patients. These drugs normally should be stopped prior to surgery. Transurethral resection of prostate date of publication. This document contains information andor instructional materials developed by michigan medicine for the typical patient with your condition. Turp is still alive and well in 2010, despite stameys affirmation in 1993 that turp is now a therapy of history.
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