Full video of minimally invasive prostate surgery procedure
Aug 14, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Mingchuan
Introduction
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) can be used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia and benign cystic lesions of the prostate. It offers advantages such as minimal invasiveness, reduced bleeding, and rapid recovery. If surgical treatment is required, it is recommended to go to a正规 hospital and undergo the procedure under the guidance of a qualified physician to minimize surgical risks. After surgery, adequate rest is important, and strenuous physical activity should be avoided in the short term.
Generally, minimally invasive surgical procedures for the prostate include transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and transurethral laser resection of the prostate, primarily used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia and benign cystic lesions causing space-occupying effects in the prostate. Taking TURP as an example, the specific procedural steps are as follows:
1. Position the patient in the lithotomy position to fully expose the genital and perineal areas.
2. Perform routine disinfection of the surgical area, drape with sterile towels, and administer general anesthesia.
3. After anesthesia is complete, insert a resectoscope through the urethra to examine the bladder and local condition of the prostate.
4. Using an electrosurgical cutting loop, begin resection from the median lobe, then proceed to the lateral lobes and apex, removing hyperplastic prostate tissue down to the capsule.
5. Use electrocoagulation to achieve hemostasis locally; after confirming no active bleeding, withdraw the resectoscope.
6. Insert a three-way Foley catheter for bladder irrigation, allowing resected prostate fragments to be flushed out through the urethra.
Compared with traditional open surgery, TURP offers advantages such as less trauma, reduced bleeding, and faster recovery, but it still carries certain surgical risks. If surgical treatment is required, it is recommended to seek care at a正规 medical institution and undergo the procedure under the guidance of qualified specialists to minimize surgical risks. Postoperatively, adequate rest is important, and strenuous physical activity should be avoided in the short term.
