Bipolar Resection of the prostate (TURP)
Bipolar Resection of the prostate (TURP) is where a telescope is placed in the urethra, and the prostate tissue that obstructs the inner channel is cut out using electrocautery. The TURP requires a different tool than a laser, one that your urologist might prefer based upon his training and experience. Although both PVP and TURP do require a trip to the operating room, neither procedure usually takes much longer than minimally invasive procedures.