TURP (Prostate Surgery)
TURP (transurethral resection of the prostate) removes part of an enlarged prostate through the urethra to relieve difficulty passing urine, with no cuts in the skin.
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About this Procedure
TURP (transurethral resection of the prostate) is an operation to reduce the size of the prostate gland. A thin tube with a camera and cutting tools is passed through the penis into the urethra, and small pieces of the prostate that are pressing on the urethra are removed. There are no cuts in the skin.
It is done when an enlarged prostate is making it hard to pass urine. TURP can help men who need to pass urine often, feel they have not emptied their bladder, take a long time to pass urine or have a slow or stop-start flow, or have urine leakage. It may also be used in some men with prostate cancer. Medicines and other procedures may be options, and your urologist will discuss these.
TURP is done in hospital under general anaesthetic or spinal anaesthetic. According to the NHS, the operation can take around an hour, depending on how much of the prostate needs to be removed. A catheter drains the bladder for a few days afterwards, and a sample of tissue is sent for testing. Most people leave hospital around 1 to 4 days after TURP. Usual activities can often be resumed around 2 to 4 weeks afterwards, but it can take up to 6 weeks to fully heal.
TURP is offered at Medwell's partner hospitals in Delhi NCR, including BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital in New Delhi, Artemis Hospital and Fortis Memorial Research Institute in Gurugram, and Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj. Medwell helps you plan a stay long enough for catheter removal and early recovery checks.
Why travel for this procedure?
- Accredited partner hospitals
Urology departments at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, Artemis Hospital, Fortis Memorial Research Institute and Fortis hospitals. - Experienced urologists
Specialists who can compare TURP with laser and other prostate procedures and advise what suits you. - Shorter waiting times
Consultations and planned procedures can usually be scheduled soon after your reports are reviewed, without long waiting lists. - English-speaking teams
Doctors, nurses and international patient desks communicate in English, and Medwell can arrange an interpreter for other languages. - Medwell coordination
Free personalised quote, visa invitation letter help, hotel near the hospital, airport pickup coordination and support after you go home.
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Send your prostate ultrasound, PSA, urine flow tests and urology notes to Medwell. A partner hospital urologist reviews them and we share a personalised quote for TURP.
Travel and pre-surgery evaluation
Medwell helps with your visa letter, flights and hotel. In Delhi NCR the urologist examines you, repeats key tests and confirms TURP is the right option.
Surgery, catheter removal and follow-up
After TURP a catheter stays in for a few days while you recover in hospital. Medwell helps you plan your stay until you are passing urine comfortably and ready to fly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is TURP (transurethral resection of the prostate)?
TURP is an operation to reduce the size of an enlarged prostate. A thin tube with a camera and cutting tools is passed through the penis, and small pieces of prostate tissue pressing on the urethra are removed. It is done under general or spinal anaesthetic and involves no cuts in the skin.
Who needs TURP prostate surgery?
TURP may be recommended for men whose enlarged prostate makes it hard to pass urine, causing a slow or stop-start flow, frequent urination, a feeling of incomplete emptying or leakage. It may also be used in some men with prostate cancer. A urologist at a Medwell partner hospital confirms whether TURP or another treatment suits you.
How long is the hospital stay and recovery after TURP?
Most people leave hospital around 1 to 4 days after TURP, according to the NHS. You may be able to do your usual activities around 2 to 4 weeks afterwards, but it can take up to 6 weeks to fully heal. Avoid heavy lifting and intense exercise for around 6 weeks. Some blood in the urine 10 to 14 days later can be part of recovery.
How much does TURP cost in India?
The cost of TURP in India depends on the hospital, the specialist team, the size of the prostate and your overall health, so there is no single fixed price. Share your medical reports with Medwell and we will send a free, no-obligation personalised quote from our partner hospitals in Delhi NCR, usually within 24 hours.
Is TURP safe?
TURP is a common prostate operation, but it has possible complications that your doctor will discuss, such as bleeding, ongoing difficulty passing urine, erectile problems, dry orgasm (no semen on ejaculation), incontinence and the prostate regrowing. Not everyone has complications. Your urologist explains the likelihood for you before surgery.
Which hospitals in Delhi NCR offer TURP?
TURP is offered at 6 of Medwell's partner hospitals in Delhi NCR (New Delhi, Gurugram and Noida). Medwell helps you choose a hospital and urologist and books the surgery around your travel dates.
- BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
- Artemis Hospital, Gurugram
- Paras Health, Gurugram
- Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurugram
- Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
- Fortis Hospital, Noida
How do I plan TURP in India with Medwell?
To plan TURP in India, send your prostate reports to Medwell for a free, confidential review and personalised quote, usually within 24 hours. We book the urology appointment and help with your visa invitation letter, flights, hotel near the hospital and airport pickup, and stay in touch after you return home.