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Prostatic Urethral Lift

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 2, 2025.

AMBULATORY CARE:

A prostatic urethral lift

is a minimally invasive procedure to widen your urethra. The procedure is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or enlarged prostate. Small, permanent implants hold prostate tissue away from the sides of the urethra. This may make it easier for you to urinate.


How to prepare for this procedure:

What will happen during the procedure:

What to expect after the procedure:

Your healthcare provider will monitor you for any problems. You may be able to go home after your provider sees that you are okay.

Risks of a prostatic urethral lift:

You may leak urine or scar tissue may build up in your urethra. You may have trouble having sex, or develop a condition called retrograde ejaculation. This means semen goes into your bladder when you ejaculate. You may have blood clots in your urine that block your urethra. The procedure may not prevent your BPH symptoms from getting worse. You may need a different procedure or surgery to help with symptoms.

Seek care immediately if:

Call your doctor or urologist if:

Medicines:

You may need the following:

Self-care:

Bladder management after the procedure:

Follow up with your doctor or urologist as directed:

Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.

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