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GreenLight Laser Treatment

Photoselective Vaporization of the Prostate (PVP) using the GreenLight laser is a revolutionary technique for treating enlarged prostate. The GreenLight laser system uses a high power KTP, or “green” light source. It enables the surgeon to vaporize the obstructing prostate tissue in a nearly bloodless fashion.

The GreenLight Laser system uses pulsing technology called Star Pulse ™ to create high energy pulses of 532 nanometer (“green”) light. The green light is absorbed into the prostate tissue, resulting in quick vaporization of the prostate tissue. Thus, the surgeon is able to completely remove all of the obstructive tissue in a near-bloodless field.

For the patient, this means shorter hospital stay, less blood loss, and shorter catheter time compared with traditional transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). In fact, most patients will go home the same day of the procedure. Studies have demonstrated that following the procedure, patients will typically have excellent urine flow improvement and rapid symptom relief.

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