UroLift® for Enlarged Prostate
A minimally invasive treatment option for selected men with urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate.
UroLift® uses small implants to hold enlarged prostate tissue away from the urethra, helping improve the passage of urine in appropriately selected patients without cutting, heating, or tissue removal.
Personalised prostate evaluation
Day-care outpatient procedure
Zero tissue ablation
Rajshree Apollo Hospitals
Lead Consultant: Robotic & Renal Transplant Urology
UroLift® at a Glance
A patient-friendly paradigm shift in mechanical de-obstruction for benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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Minimally Invasive
Delivered transurethrally through a fine cystoscopic approach under light sedation or local anesthesia, requiring zero external incisions.
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Implant-Based
Small permanent micro-implants reposition lateral prostate lobes, mechanically securing the obstructed prostatic urethra open.
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No Tissue Removal
Does not require cutting, burning, microwave heat, or laser vaporization, preventing retrograde ejaculation and surgical thermal injury.
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Patient Selection
Suitability depends strictly on ultrasound volume, presence of median lobe, and individual cystoscopic mapping performed by Dr. Chipde.
High-precision anatomical comparison showing normal prostate vs enlarged prostate (BPH) adenoma constricting the urinary flow.
What Happens When the Prostate Enlarges?
As men age past 45, natural benign hormonal shifts stimulate prostate cell multiplication, termed Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). Because the prostate encloses the urinary outflow tube (urethra), swelling pinches the channel like a compressed garden hose.
Classic Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS):
Weak urine stream
Sluggish, interrupted or spraying output
Hesitancy & Straining
Extended waiting time before micturition starts
Frequent Nocturia
Waking 3 to 5+ times nightly, disrupting restorative rest
Sudden Urgency
Compelling, involuntary need to void urgently
How Does Rezūm™ Work?
Harnessing convective thermodynamic principles to condense vapor into cellular water, naturally dissolving benign prostatic tissue over subsequent weeks.
Access & Cystoscopic Entry
Dr. Chipde introduces a slender delivery device via the natural urinary passage. No incisions or cutting, completely preserving sphincter integrity.
Needle & Suture Placement
A 19-gauge micro-needle delivers permanent miniature suture implants through the prostate lobes, anchored with a nitinol tab on the prostate capsule.
Repositioning & Open Channel
Implants hold enlarged lateral lobes retracted apart like window curtains, immediately opening an unobstructed urinary channel with rapid clinical relief.
Who May Be a Candidate?
UroLift® offers magnificent relief when clinical indications match patient anatomy.
May Be Considered
- Men suffering from moderate-to-severe BPH urinary symptoms (IPSS > 12).
- Individuals seeking freedom from daily medications (Alpha-blockers, 5-ARIs) and their systemic side effects.
- Patients prioritizing preservation of normal erectile and ejaculatory sexual health.
- Prostate volumes generally between 30cc and 80cc with suitable lateral lobe anatomy.
- Patients seeking rapid recovery without post-operative catheterization whenever clinically viable.
Requires Individual Assessment
- Prostate volumes in excess of 80cc or 100cc (may respond better to Enucleation or Rezūm).
- Prominent obstructive intravesical median lobe projecting into the bladder lumen.
- Active, untreated urinary tract infections or neurogenic bladder dysfunction.
- High-risk urethral stricture disease or suspected prostate malignant lesions.
- Severe detrusor underactivity requiring comprehensive urodynamic testing.
What to Expect: Patient Journey
A clear, supportive clinical continuum from initial evaluation to full recovery.
PHASE 01
Evaluation
Comprehensive symptom documentation using IPSS scoring, medical history, lifestyle review, and medication audit.
PHASE 02
Diagnostic Scan
Uroflowmetry, post-void residual ultrasound, and high-definition office cystoscopy to inspect median lobe geometry.
PHASE 03
Treatment
Day-care outpatient procedure at Rajshree Apollo Indore lasting roughly 30 to 45 minutes under sedation or local anesthesia.
PHASE 04
Follow-Up
Rapid resumption of routine daily life in a few days, structured check-ins at 2 weeks, and flow rate validation at 3 months.
Potential Benefits of UroLift®
Why thousands of international and Indian patients opt for mechanical tissue retractors.
Minimally Invasive Care
Zero surgical cuts or incisions through the abdomen or perineum, causing significantly less post-op tissue edema.
No Tissue Destruction
Avoids resection, laser ablation, or cautery burn necrosis, keeping internal bladder neck architecture completely intact.
Short Procedure & Recovery
Completed within an hour under day-care supervision. Most men resume normal light physical activities within 3 to 5 days.
Sexual Function Preservation
Clinical trials confirm preservation of both erectile rigidity and normal antegrade ejaculatory function without dry orgasms.
Reduced Dependence on Daily Medications
Alleviates the burden of chronic tamsulosin or finasteride use, eliminating associated issues such as orthostatic dizziness, fatigue, and libido suppression.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear, straightforward answers about the UroLift® procedure.
Are the UroLift® implants permanent, and are they MRI-safe?
Yes, UroLift® implants are permanent biocompatible implants made of surgical stainless steel and nitinol, secured by a PET monofilament suture. They are officially certified as MR-Conditional, meaning patients can safely undergo standard MRI scans up to 3.0 Tesla under prescribed conditions without implant heating or displacement.
Will I need a catheter after the procedure?
One of the main advantages of UroLift® is that most men leave the hospital without a catheter. Occasionally, if temporary minor retention or bladder fatigue is noted, a soft catheter may be kept for 24 hours and safely removed on an outpatient basis.
Can I undergo other prostate surgeries later if BPH progresses?
Absolutely. Because UroLift® leaves the prostate architecture structurally preserved without destroying anatomical landmarks, it leaves all future therapeutic options open—including repeat implants, Rezūm™, laser enucleation (HoLEP), or conventional surgery if required decades later.
What type of anesthesia is utilized at Apollo Hospitals Indore?
UroLift® can be safely performed under light twilight intravenous sedation coupled with local urethral anesthetic jelly, or short general anesthesia, depending on patient anxiety, medical co-morbidities, and clinical preference.
Could UroLift® Be an Option for You?
Take the decisive step towards uninterrupted sleep, confident urinary flow, and preserved sexual vitality. Schedule an authoritative evaluation with Dr. Saurabh Sudhir Chipde in Indore.
Visit Dr. Chipde at Rajshree Apollo Hospitals Indore
Conveniently accessible in Vijay Nagar, Indore. Book an express in-clinic consultation or connect on WhatsApp.
Rajshree Apollo Hospitals, Indore
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Rajshree Apollo Hospitals, Sector-D, Scheme No. 74C, Vijay Nagar, Indore, Madhya Pradesh 452010
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