What are the differences between turp and laser surgery?

TURP vs laser TUVP: Main differences occur with the surgeon's experience. Both procedures (mandated by insurers) must be scheduled/performed on an "outpt" basis, and may leave you with a Foley catheter for ~ 1 week. Reports suggest longer post-operative discomfort following laser tuvp. Also, no tissue is typically obtained for review with a laser procedure, unless the surgeon is performing a laser "resection.".

Different Energy : Turp utilizes a curved, electrified wire to slice away pieces of the obstructing tissue. Laser surgery of the prostate, most commonly greenlight laser, utilizes a particular wavelength of high-intensity focused light to vaporize away the obstructing BPH tissue. Turp is much bloodier and usually requires a night in hospital. Results are similar in experienced hands.