Is GreenLight for Me?
Enlarged Prostate (BPH) Treatment Options
The GreenLight™ Laser Therapy is a treatment that combines the effectiveness of the traditional surgical procedure known as "Trans Urethral Resection of the Prostate" (TURP) with fewer side effects. 1
When symptoms begin to interfere with your lifestyle, it's time to consider treatment choices. Understanding your options will help you make the right choice for your desired outcome and lifestyle needs. Discuss this information with your urologist.
GreenLight is suitable for most patients with an enlarged prostate. With over 375,000 patients treated, the GreenLight procedure is creating a new standard of care — a standard that offers freedom from enlarged prostate symptoms.
Creating A New Standard of Care
The GreenLight™ Laser Therapy is a procedure that combines the effectiveness of the traditional surgical procedure known as TURP with fewer side effects. 1
GreenLight uses laser energy to remove enlarged prostate tissue. This results in an open channel for urine flow through, but with less risks of sexual and other side-effects common with TURP. 1, 2
Most patients return home a few short hours after the PVP procedure and can return to normal, non-strenuous activities within days. 3, 4, 11 The GreenLight laser system delivers the ultimate BPH solution — free from urinary symptoms, free from compromise, free to go!
Choosing the Right Treatment
Use the guide below to help you determine the treatment that best suits your needs. Discuss the expected outcomes and risks for each treatment with your doctor.
| Treatment Solution | GreenLight | TURP |
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| Treatment Solution | GreenLight | TURP |
| Rapid symptom relief 5 |  |
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| Very low risk of sexual dysfunction 2, 7 | |
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| Dramatic urine flow improvement 5 | |
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| Typically less than 24 hour need for catheter 4, 7, 10 | |
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| Minimal risk of blood transfusion 4, 10 | |
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| Outpatient procedure 3, 7 | |
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| Able to treat patients on anti-coagulants 5, 6, 7 | |
As with any medical procedure individual results will vary. The statements on this website are based on typical clinical study outcomes. Please consult your urologist for more detailed information and risks.
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10. Sarica K, Alkan E, Luleci H, Tasci AI. Photoselective vaporization of the enlarged prostate with KTP laser: long-term results in 240 patients. J Endourol. 2005 Dec;19(10):1199-202.
11. Mueller EJ. A series of 60 Greenlight photoselective vaporization of the prostate (PVP) patients with results equal to standard TURP with much decreased morbidity and much quicker return to full normal unrestricted activity. 52nd Annual James C Kimbrough Urological Seminar. Jan-16-Jan 21, 2005 Honolulu, Hawaii abstract 41.