Photoselective Vaporization of the Prostate - GreenLight Laser Therapy

GreenLight Laser therapy is a treatment that has similar effectiveness to traditional surgical procedures like TURP (TransUrethral Resection of the Prostate) with fewer side effects, shorter catheter placement and a quicker, less painful recovery compared to TURP’s.

GreenLight is a minimally invasive outpatient surgical option for BPH that is performed using a video camera placed in the urethra - no surgical incision required. The laser fiber is placed through a small scope and uses laser energy to vaporize and remove enlarged prostate tissue that is obstructing the flow of urine. By vaporizing this tissue, we are able to create an unobstructed channel for patients to void through. Patients go home the same day as their procedure and typically require a catheter for a few days.