Prostate Resection - TURP surgery in Chester

Why choose Nuffield Health Chester Hospital for my prostate resection?

For over 40 years, The Grosvenor has been a leading private hospital in Cheshire. Our modern hospital offers advanced medical facilities in a clean and safe environment.

Our passionate team of nurses and expert consultants offer a truly personal service. You will always see the same specialist consultant throughout your prostate treatment.

During your stay with us, you'll have your own private bedroom with en-suite and our Matron-led team of nurses will do everything they can to make you feel comfortable.

What happens during a prostate resection (TURP)?

• TURP is usually performed under spinal anaesthetic and takes less than 1 hour
• Your surgeon in Chester will insert a resectoscope into your urethra (the tube that carries urine from you bladder to your penis) and remove enough prostate tissue to relieve the pressure on your urethra
• Water is then flushed into the area to clear any debris
• Your urethra will be swollen and sore after this procedure so a thin tube called a catheter will be inserted into your urethra to allow urine to drain from your bladder
• You may experience a burning sensation when you first pass urine, however this should ease quickly.

After your prostate surgery at our Chester Hospital

• You should be able to go home after 3 - 4 days
• Most men begin to return to normal activities within a week
• Do not lift or move anything heavy for at least the first 4 weeks
• Avoid any strenuous activities such as housework or gardening until released to do so by your surgeon
• Take over the counter pain relief such as paracetamol if needed
• You may see some blood in your urine
• Drink plenty of fluids to help flush out your system
• You may also feel the need to urinate more often
• As your bladder and urethra heal this should ease
• Discuss any return to work with your consultant
• Most men make a good recovery, with a big improvement in their symptoms.

Specific complications of TURP can include:

• Impotence
• Incontinence
• Fertility problems
• Retaining urine
• Prostate enlargement.