For many men considering the UroLift surgery to address benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), the question on their minds is, “how long does frequent urination last after a UroLift procedure?” This concern is valid, especially when compared to other interventions like TURP, prompting the inquiry, how long does frequent urination last after TURP In their quest for answers, some men also explore the possible side effects of medications they’re on, wondering about issues like what medications can cause frequent urination or more specifically, why does Wellbutrin cause frequent urination. The UroLift System, designed to offer relief by using permanent implants to elevate and support the enlarged prostate tissue away from the urethra, aims to alleviate urinary symptoms associated with BPH. One of the hallmarks of the procedure’s success is a noticeable increase in urine flow, often evidenced by stronger and more consistent urine streams.
Understanding the UroLift Procedure
UroLift is a minimally invasive procedure that lifts enlarged prostate tissue, relieving pressure on the urethra and allowing urine to pass freely through. This procedure offers safe and effective relief to patients suffering from BPH symptoms.
Studies have demonstrated that the UroLift procedure offers rapid relief of symptoms, improves voiding trials and patient reported quality of life, while helping men escape medications’ side effects and surgical interventions altogether.
To understand how the UroLift procedure can assist your BPH symptoms, you will need to meet with a urologist. They will conduct several simple examinations to see if you qualify as a candidate for this procedure; if so, they will explain its operation and what can be expected during its recovery process.
Common Side Effects Post-UroLift
UroLift system treatment is a minimally-invasive procedure that can be completed in our office. Most patients go home the same day without catheter, and many experience relief in as little as two weeks.
Your urologist will use a device to insert implants into the walnut-sized prostate gland located by the bladder. These implants help relieve pressure on the urethra by shifting lobes apart and relieving tension on it. Furthermore, this procedure doesn’t harm or remove prostate tissue, making this surgery an appealing alternative for men who wish to forego medications or other types of BPH surgery procedures.
One side effect of prostate removal surgery may include more frequent urination. This is likely due to your bladder needing time to return to its full size after having been stretched by an enlarged prostate for months or even years.
Most frequently, urinary frequency will gradually reduce over the course of a year or so as your bladder returns to its usual thickness. Other side effects may include pain or discomfort while urinating, blood in urine and pelvic pain as a result of treatment.
Duration of Frequent Urination after UroLift
UroLift procedures involve placing small permanent implants into your prostate to lift it out of its path and improve urinary flow by widening the channel that transports urine from your bladder out through your penis. The goal is to increase urinary efficiency.
Under either local or general anesthesia, the UroLift procedure is performed in your doctor’s office using a fine instrument known as a cystoscope which will be guided from your urethra into your prostate by means of special device to deploy UroLift implants.
UroLift implants are small devices that work like springs to dislodge prostate tissue from obstructing the urethra and hold it away from it, enabling urine to flow more smoothly. They allow an enlarged prostate to relax more freely around its target organ and allow more urine to pass into its proper channel.
Many men notice an immediate decrease in BPH symptoms following UroLift. Often lasting several weeks to months post procedure, the improved urinary flow usually returns in full force shortly thereafter; however, as UroLift isn’t a cure, symptoms may resurface over time, though likely less severely than before.
Factors Influencing Recovery Time
Men suffering from symptoms related to an enlarged prostate often qualify for the UroLift procedure as it provides quick, convenient relief from BPH symptoms that can drastically improve quality of life.
Procedure involves two small implant devices being implanted together to hold back prostate tissue from contacting the urethra. These MRI-safe implants are made from soft biocompatible materials that easily integrate with surrounding tissues, while their small size means they don’t set off airport security screening detectors and can easily be removed at another visit to an office.
Most patients will be able to void immediately following their surgery; however, around half may require a catheter for one or two days as their bladder heals after having undergone such procedures.
Once the catheter has been removed, most patients are able to resume normal activities within several days; however, it is important to discuss with their urologist their specific recovery time and activity limitations as this can vary for everyone. A Memorial Hermann affiliated urologist can recommend an ideal UroLift plan tailored specifically to you based on your condition and symptoms.
Tips to Manage Post-Procedure Urinary Frequency
After surgery, urinary frequency can vary considerably due to various factors that are beyond your control – like length of hospital stay and medication administered post-surgery – but there are things you can do yourself to speed recovery and minimize symptoms.
Tracking urine frequency can help you identify what’s causing or worsening your symptoms. Take note of when and how often you urinate over several days, noting both frequency and volume; compare this against how much fluid is coming through as possible correlations.
Note if your urine has an unpleasant odor or cloudiness; these could be signs that there may be an infection present, which could affect bladder function. Discuss these concerns immediately with your physician to avoid further complications and pain. They might recommend cystometry testing to measure pressure changes as the bladder fills and empties, providing insight into where exactly the problem lies and potential solutions.
When to Consult Your Urologist
Men whose frequent urination is due to an enlarged prostate can find relief through the UroLift procedure, a minimally invasive solution performed in a urologist’s office under local anesthesia.
The UroLift Delivery Device is placed through the urethra into an enlarged prostate to compress it, before dispensing small needles to insert permanent implants that separate and hold apart two sections (called lobes ) of it, relieving compression on the urethra. It acts much like curtain ties without necessitating catheterization afterwards.
As part of your follow-up visits, your doctor will evaluate how well the procedure has gone and discuss any changes in your BPH symptoms. A key indicator will be an increase in urine flow – once tissue blocking the urinary pathway has been retracted, your bladder should empty more efficiently resulting in stronger urine streams; often within days after having undergone this process.
Comparing UroLift to Other BPH Treatments
UroLift surgery differs significantly from TURP surgery by being an outpatient process that does not require general anesthesia and an overnight stay in a hospital setting. Instead, permanent implants lift and hold open any obstruction that’s blocking urine flow – no cuts, heat treatments, or removal of prostatic tissue is involved and it can usually be completed in less than an hour at Katelaris Urology.
Studies show that men undergoing UroLift treatments can expect significant relief of BPH symptoms within two weeks of treatment, though some patients may experience pelvic discomfort and urinary urgency temporarily, but both symptoms will soon resolve themselves. Furthermore, rigorous blinded clinical trials have demonstrated UroLift can preserve sexual function and ejaculation capacity.
UroLift does not require the use of catheters and is an effective and safe alternative to medication. Furthermore, voluntary post-market surveillance data from 779,844 UroLift System devices exhibited no migration and very low rates of hematuria or urinary retention – supporting its safety and efficacy under local anesthesia. Furthermore, the LOCAL study (UroLift Tolerability and Recovery When Administered Under Local Anaesthesia) is currently ongoing to further document both.
Patient Testimonials: Real-life Experiences
Many men report relief from their symptoms within two weeks after having the UroLift procedure performed. This minimally invasive solution tackles an enlarged prostate gland (BPH) which often leads to discomfort, pain and frequent need for urination.
This minimally invasive procedure can be completed in your doctor’s office with local anesthesia. A urologist will insert a tube into your urethra in order to locate and place UroLift implants, and once complete you should hear a “click.”
The implant can help improve urine flow and ease BPH symptoms while also decreasing inflammation in the bladder and eliminating prescription medication usage. Furthermore, it preserves sexual function while improving quality of life – all key goals.
Though relatively new, this procedure is widely accessible and covered by Medicare and most private payors. Furthermore, its costs less than more invasive traditional surgery and it does not cause side effects like dizziness, fatigue or sexual dysfunction – hallmarks of safety that have been demonstrated through clinical trials and patient outcomes.
