Prostate surgery involves reducing the size of the prostate gland.

Prostate surgery is usually performed using general or spinal anaesthetic. Your surgeon will discuss these options with you and recommend the best method.

During prostate surgery your surgeon will insert a thin, specially-adapted miniature telescope into the tube which passes urine (urethra) through the penis. The instrument is then used to view and reduce the size of the prostate gland.

After your operation you will probably pass blood in your urine for a few days. You will also have a small tube (catheter) inserted in your urethra which helps drain urine direct from your bladder into a bag. The catheter is normally removed two to four days after surgery, when your urine is sufficiently clear. Once the catheter has been removed, you will be able to pass urine in the normal way. This may be uncomfortable at first but this feeling should gradually subside.

Most patients usually return home within 4-5 days after their operation.

Prostate surgery consultants at Plymouth Hospital

Plymouth Hospital

Derriford Road, Plymouth, PL6 8BG

01752 775 861
Switchboard 01752 775 861
Enquiries 01752 775 861
Outpatients 01752 761 805
Pathology South West 01392 262 165
Radiology 01752 761 826

Guide price

Prostate Resection - TURP Fees
Initial consultation from £170
Diagnostics If needed to determine treatment plan
Treatment £8,252
Pre-assessment Included
Main treatment Included
Post-discharge care Included
Pre-assessment, Main treatment and Post-discharge care £8,252
Guide price £8,422
 What does guide price mean?

The guide price stated above is an approximation of the cost of treatment only. The final price may vary according to Consultant fees, prosthesis or drugs used and any pre-existing medical conditions which may alter your care pathway.  You will be given a fixed all-inclusive price for treatment following your initial consultation with a Consultant.

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