TURP and Laser Prostate Surgery in Johor Bahru and Batu Pahat, Johor
Minimally invasive surgery for an enlarged prostate, performed by consultant urologist Dato’ Dr Azhar Amir Hamzah through the urethra, with no cuts on the body.
What is TURP and laser prostate surgery?
TURP (transurethral resection of the prostate) and laser prostate surgery remove the part of an enlarged prostate that blocks the flow of urine. A thin instrument is passed through the urethra, so there are no cuts on the skin. Laser options can suit some men who take blood thinning medicine.
Who may need it
- Urinary symptoms from an enlarged prostate that do not improve with medicine
- Being unable to pass urine (urinary retention), or needing a catheter
- Repeated urine infections or bladder stones caused by the prostate
- Bleeding from the prostate
- Strain on the kidneys from a blocked bladder
What to expect
- Done in hospital under spinal or general anaesthesia
- A urinary catheter for one to a few days after surgery
- Most men stay in hospital for one to a few nights
- Light activity within days; avoid heavy lifting for a few weeks
- Some blood in the urine is normal for a short time
How Dato’ Dr Azhar assesses and treats you
Before surgery, Dato’ Dr Azhar confirms that the prostate is the cause of your symptoms, using ultrasound, a flow test and, when needed, a bladder pressure test (urodynamics). He checks your PSA so prostate cancer is not missed. He then explains which operation suits your prostate size and health, the expected improvement, recovery time, risks and estimated cost, and performs the surgery himself.
When to see a urologist
- Medicine for your prostate has stopped working
- You have needed a catheter because you could not pass urine
- You have bladder stones or repeated infections
- You want to stop long term prostate medicine
FAQs
Is TURP painful?
The operation is done under anaesthesia. Afterwards, most men have mild discomfort that is controlled with simple pain relief.
How long will I stay in hospital?
Usually one to a few nights, until the catheter is removed and you pass urine well.
Will prostate surgery affect my sex life?
Erections are usually not affected. Many men notice less or no fluid at ejaculation afterwards, which is harmless. Dato’ Dr Azhar explains this before surgery.