Definitive Laser Treatment for Enlarged Prostate (BPH) in Mohali: HoLEP & THULEP

Understanding Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): Causes and Prostate Enlargement Symptoms

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as prostate enlargement, is a highly prevalent, non-cancerous condition affecting millions of men as they age. The prostate gland surrounds the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder. As the gland enlarges, it compresses the urethra, causing significant urinary distress.

Recognizing prostate enlargement symptoms is the first step toward effective treatment. These often include:

• Difficulty initiating urination (hesitancy).
• A weak or slow urinary stream.
• The sensation of incomplete bladder emptying.
• Increased frequency of urination, particularly at night (nocturia).
• Sudden, urgent need to urinate.

If these prostate enlargement symptoms begin to severely impact quality of life, surgical intervention is often necessary, and modern urology strongly favors advanced Laser Treatment For Enlarged Prostate.

The Modern Approach: Laser Surgery for BPH

For decades, Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) was the standard surgical method. However, today, the gold standard for definitive, long-lasting relief from BPH is Prostate laser surgery, specifically techniques involving enucleation (complete removal of the obstructing tissue).

At The Optimum Clinic, we utilize advanced laser enucleation procedures, such as Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) and Thulium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (THULEP), to remove almost the entire excessively enlarged prostate gland. This is the real USP of laser enucleation: unlike TURP, which only shaves away tissue, enucleation removes the gland down to the surgical capsule, preventing the tissue from regrowing.

Types of Laser Surgery We Offer

HoLEP (Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate): The holmium laser is used to precisely dissect and separate the enlarged prostate tissue from the outer capsule. The tissue is then pushed into the bladder and removed using a device called a morcellator. HoLEP is highly effective for prostates of all sizes.

THULEP (Thulium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate): Similar to HoLEP, the thulium laser is used to perform the exact anatomical separation of the prostate, providing superior cutting speed and excellent hemostasis (control of bleeding).

THULAP (Thulium Laser Ablation Of Prostate): For smaller prostates, tissue ablation (vaporization) may be done, but our primary focus remains on the more definitive enucleation methods.

Why Laser Surgery For BPH is Superior to Traditional TURP

• Definitive Treatment: Because the entire obstructing adenoma is removed, the risk of recurrence and the need for a reoperation is dramatically reduced—a major advantage compared to conventional TURP techniques.
• Minimal Bleeding: The laser energy instantly seals blood vessels. This results in lesser blood loss during surgery, making Prostate laser surgery suitable even for high-risk patients who use blood-thinning medications (anticoagulants), without the need for stopping these drugs.
• Faster Recovery: Patients experience a quicker recovery, shorter hospital stays (often 24–48 hours), and a significantly shorter duration of indwelling catheter use.
• Tissue Analysis: Unlike vaporization techniques, HoLEP and THULEP produce tissue chips that can be sent for pathological examination, ensuring that any incidental prostate cancer is detected.

Addressing Prostate Enlargement Complications

Untreated BPH can lead to severe prostate enlargement complications, which is why timely Laser Treatment For Enlarged Prostate is essential. These complications include:

• Acute Urinary Retention (AUR): The inability to pass urine at all, which is a medical emergency.
• Bladder Stones: The chronic inability to empty the bladder completely can lead to the formation of bladder stones.
• Recurrent UTIs: Stagnant residual urine increases the risk of urinary tract infections.
• Kidney Damage: In severe, long-term cases, high back-pressure can permanently damage the kidneys (hydronephrosis).

Choosing advanced Laser Surgery For BPH not only relieves symptoms but acts as a preventative measure against these severe health risks.

Expert Laser Urology in Mohali

Procedures like HoLEP and THULEP require extensive training and specialized instrumentation. Dr. Rajan Sharma is a leading urology surgeon in the Mohali region, highly experienced in performing these complex laser enucleation surgeries.

When you choose The Optimum Clinic, you are selecting a definitive solution that offers superior long-term results, minimal invasiveness, and a faster path back to a normal quality of life, free from the distress of prostate enlargement symptoms.