HoLAP (holmium laser ablation of the prostate)

HoLAP (holmium laser ablation of the prostate) involves using a laser to vaporize obstructive prostatic tissue. The decision whether to use HoLAP or HoLEP (holmium enucleation of the prostate) is based primarily on the size of the prostate. Ablation usually is performed when the prostate is smaller than 60 cc (cubic centimeters).
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HoLAP offers many of the same advantages as HoLEP when compared to traditional surgery (e.g., TURP). These potential benefits include a shorter hospital stay, less bleeding and shorter catheterization and recovery times.
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Patients who undergo HoLAP usually do not require overnight hospitalization and in most cases, the catheter is removed the same day or the morning following the procedure.
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