Enlarged prostate affects more than half of all men over the age of 60. Treatment options have typically been limited to medication, or an invasive surgical procedure. Now, men with enlarged prostate have the option to choose a minimally invasive surgical treatment known as GreenLightTM Laser Therapy.
GreenLightTM technology allows physicians to open the channel that is squeezed by the prostate, without making incisions. Instead, doctors use a high-powered laser to vaporize the tissue and unblock the channel. Within 24 hours of the procedure, many patients experience symptom relief and a dramatic improvement in urine flow. In fact, most patients return home a few short hours after the outpatient procedure and can return to normal, non-strenuous activities within days. Benefits also include:
- A long-lasting, sustained improvement
- Quick and comfortable recovery
- A procedure that is virtually bloodless
- No catheter needed in many cases
- Preserves sexual function
- Suitable for patients on anti-coagulants (i.e. Coumadin)
- Appropriate for large glands