The benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is common in older men and causes difficulty urinating, such as weak jet, feeling of a full bladder, and nighttime urgency. The HoLEP (Holmium Laser Enucleation) treatment is an effective and advanced solution to alleviate these symptoms.
Holmium laser enucleation for BPH an innovative treatment in Valencia
What is the HoLEP treatment?
HoLEP (Holmium laser Enucleation of the prostate) is a safe and effective treatment to improve urinary problems caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which is common in older men. This condition blocks the passage of urine and causes symptoms such as a weak stream, frequent need to urinate, especially at night, or a feeling of not emptying the bladder completely.
In this treatment, a special laser is used that is inserted through the urethra, the tube where urine leaves, to remove the tissue that is blocking the passage of urine. The best part is that no external cuts or incisions are needed.
The laser removes the prostate tissue precisely, which improves the flow of urine and relieves the symptoms in a lasting way. In addition, it has a quick recovery and is less invasive than other options, so the risk of complications is very low.
How is the enucleation of the prostate with HoLEP?
The HoLEP procedure is performed under anesthesia and lasts between 60 and 90 minutes. Through the urethra , the holmium laser is introduced to enucleate (eliminate) the blocking prostate tissue, in a controlled manner. This technique immediately improves the flow of urine, reducing the need to urinate frequently, especially at night.
For more information, you can watch the explanatory video by Dr. Víctor Parejo, urologist at Taus Clinics, where he explains how this innovative treatment works and the benefits it brings to patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Advantages of holmium laser prostate enucleation
The HoLEP (Holmium laser Enucleation of the prostate) treatment is one of the most advanced and effective options to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This technique offers key advantages that make it ideal for many patients, significantly improving the symptoms of BPH and providing a rapid recovery with fewer risks.
Quick recovery
HoLEP allows a faster and less painful recovery compared to other procedures. Patients usually feel a significant improvement in a short time, being able to resume their daily activities quickly.
Ideal for large prostates
It is especially effective for patients with a large prostate, a condition that other treatments cannot treat as effectively.
Less risk of complications
Being a minimally invasive procedure, the risk of complications such as bleeding is much lower, which offers a safer option with fewer side effects.
Dr. Juan Colombas Vives: Urologist Specializing in HoLEP for BPH
In Andrology Valencia, the Dr. Juan Colombas Vives,urologist and expert in HoLEP, leads the treatments of prostate enucleation with holmium laser. With years of experience in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), Dr. Colombas offers personalized and high quality care, making sure that each patient receives the most appropriate treatment for their case, using the latest techniques and advanced technology for a fast and effective recovery.
Frequently asked questions about holmium laser prostate enucleation (HoLEP)
During the holmium laser enucleation of the prostate, the patient undergoes anesthesia, so he does not feel pain during the treatment. After the procedure, patients usually experience little pain and a quick recovery.
The treatment with holmium laser for enucleation of the prostate lasts between 60 and 90 minutes. It is an outpatient procedure, so patients can return home the same day.
Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate offers long-lasting results, permanently removing obstructive prostate tissue. Other benefits include a quick recovery, greater efficacy in large prostates and fewer risks of complications compared to other treatments.
HoLEP is especially effective for patients with large prostates or those who have not responded well to other treatments. It is also an ideal option for those who are looking for a treatment with fewer risks and a faster recovery.
The results of the treatment with holmium laser are immediate. Patients usually experience a significant improvement in symptoms, such as increased urinary flow and decreased need to urinate frequently, starting in the first few days.
Although the holmium laser prostate enucleation procedure is minimally invasive, there are some possible complications. These include mild infections, temporary bleeding and, in rare cases, urinary incontinence. However, the risk of incontinence is low and usually temporary, resolving in most cases in the first few months. The risk of serious complications is significantly lower than with other treatments for BPH.
Do you want to treat your BPH with holmium laser?
If you suffer from symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and are looking for an effective solution, the HoLEP holmium laser treatment could be what you need.
Do not wait any longer to relieve the urinary problems that affect you. Make your appointment today with our specialists in Andrology Valencia and discover how the holmium laser can effectively and durably improve your prostate health.