TURP is a minimally invasive procedure to relieve urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia). Using a scope inserted through the urethra, the surgeon removes excess prostate tissue that is blocking urine flow, without any external incisions.
TURP is recommended for men with moderate to severe urinary symptoms from an enlarged prostate that have not improved with medication, or when complications such as urinary retention or recurrent infections occur.