Small permanent implants that hold the prostate open, without cutting or heating anything.
How it works
UroLift places small permanent implants that pull the enlarged lobes of the prostate aside and hold the channel open. Nothing is cut, nothing is burned, and no tissue is removed.
It is done through the urethra as a quick outpatient procedure. I do these under a general anesthetic.
Why men choose it
Because no tissue is destroyed, it generally preserves sexual function, and for many men that is the deciding factor. Recovery is quick and most men do not need a catheter afterwards.
It is recommended as a treatment option in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology guidelines.
Where it fits and where it does not
It suits moderate sized prostates with the right anatomy. A very large gland, or a prominent median lobe, may point toward a different approach.
Common side effects are blood in the urine, burning with urination, urgency and pelvic discomfort, usually mild and usually gone within ten to fourteen days.
What I tell men
If you have been told your only options are a daily pill or a real operation, that is no longer true. Whether this is the right middle ground depends on your anatomy, which is what the evaluation is for.