Green Light HPS, also known as green laser for the treatment of prostate problems, is a highly effective method that achieves excellent results. This technique combined with photovaporization of the prostate achieves even better results without bleeding. At the Institute of Urology and Sexual Medicine we are specialists in prostate treatments and we have the most expert doctors and the most advanced technology. After this procedure, in just three days the patient will be able to lead a normal life, avoiding exertion.
What is the green laser (Green Light HPS)?
The green laser is a minimally invasive procedure in which a fiber is introduced through the urethra, which transmits a high-powered light that will effectively eliminate prostate tissue.
The Green Light HPS has a wavelength of 532mm and 120 watts to eliminate the prostate obstructing the urinary tract. At the same time, it photocoagulates the blood vessels to prevent bleeding. The absence of bleeding is one of the advantages offered by this technique. In addition, it does not produce deep necrosis or the irritation produced by TUR of the prostate or other laser systems.
How is this treatment applied?
It is applied by means of a cystoscope that is introduced through the urethra. As sterile water is used as irrigation fluid, there can be no reabsorption syndrome that usually occurs with classic prostate TUR.
In addition, the use of general anesthesia, sedation or epidural anesthesia is highly recommended. With laser treatment the prostate is converted into water vapor which is eliminated through a continuous irrigation system. At the end of this procedure, a bladder catheter is left in place for about 12 hours. Finally, after a 24-hour hospital stay, the patient can go home.
What are the results of this method?
The results of the green laser (Green Light HPS) are as good as those of prostate TUR but without any complications. In addition, the results are immediate, so the patient will have an optimal urinary flow from the beginning.
Also, after more than 400,000 cases treated, the results are extraordinary:
- Immediate relief of symptoms.
- 95% satisfaction with the procedure.
- 200% increase in urinary flow.
- Results are maintained in the long term.
- No patient has needed a new intervention.
- No blood transfusions required.
- The evolution of patients taking antiaggregants (aspirin) or anticoagulants (sintrom) is better than with TUR.