Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)
Used for: Enlarged prostate (BPH)
A laser is used through the urinary passage to remove obstructing prostate tissue without an external incision.
- Technology
- Holmium laser and morcellator
- Typical stay
- 1–2 days
- Catheter
- Usually removed within 24–48 hours
- Typical recovery
- 3–5 days