Surgical approaches for treatment of benign prostate swelling
Surgical approach is recommended in some cases of benign prostate tumor while in other cases the doctor prefer to start with other lines of treatment before holding a scalpel and taking the decision to open and cut.
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The surgical operation is the only proven method to cure this ailment for good because it includes the removing of the swollen part of the prostate gland so everything return to its normal function in no time.
The first approach is the transurethral resection of prostate (TURP), in this approach the surgeon will not even use a scalpel but it is done through endoscope that enters from the urethra and start slicing the swollen part of the prostate gland. If the size of the prostate gland is relatively small then the surgeon may choose to undergo the transurethral incision of the prostate, this approach includes also the usage of endoscope through the urethra but only to make a small incision in the gland to regain the full cross section of the urethra. Both approaches could be done under epidural or complete anasethia and does not require hospitalization.
A typical surgery of prostate removal is done through typical opening and removal of the inner part of the gland and regaining the full width of the urethra again. The incision is done through the pelvic area and sometimes through the perineal area according to the doctor’s approach.
The three surgical procedures are proven to be the best treatment for the stubborn cases of benign prostate tumor. It is also mandatory to use one of these approaches if the case suffers from certain symptoms like the urethral stone which causes severe pain especially with the prostate is already pressing on the urethra, also in case of urine retention and urine incompetence the surgical interference is the best option because the inability to empty your bladder completely may give a golden chance for bacteria to invade your bladder and cause a serious infection in the case.
The only drawback of the surgical operation is that it may cause impotence as a side effect of the operation.