GreenLight Laser Prostate Surgery in Singapore
GreenLight laser prostate surgery is a minimally invasive procedure to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It uses high-powered laser energy to vaporise excess prostate tissue, relieving urinary symptoms without major surgery.
Medically reviewed by Dr Ho Siew Hong
Senior Consultant Urologist
MBBS (NUS), FRCS (Edinburgh, Glasgow), FAMS (Urology), Singapore Board Certified Urologist
GreenLight laser surgery involves inserting a thin scope into the urethra to reach the prostate. A specialised laser fibre delivers precise energy to remove obstructive tissue by vaporization, improving urine flow and reducing bladder pressure. The procedure is done without incisions and has a shorter recovery time than traditional TURP.
- Moderate to severe urinary symptoms from BPH
- Enlarged prostate causing obstruction
- Recurrent urinary retention or infections
- Failed medical therapy for BPH
- Rapid relief of BPH symptoms
- Shorter catheterisation and hospital stay
- Minimal bleeding, suitable for patients on blood thinners
- Quick return to normal activities
- Outpatient or 1-night hospital stay
- Performed under general or spinal anaesthesia
- Laser fibre introduced through the urethra
- Prostate tissue is vaporised layer by layer, resulting in minimal bleeding
- Urine catheter placed temporarily post-procedure
- No skin incisions required
- Most patients go home within 24 hours
- Catheter typically removed within 1–2 days
- Resume normal activities in 3–5 days
- Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for 2–3 weeks
- Follow-up to monitor urine flow and symptom improvement
- Burning or discomfort during urination (temporary)
- Blood in urine for a few days
- Urinary urgency or frequency
- Rare: scarring or stricture formation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most men notice improvement within days, with continued progress over weeks.
Yes. It provides comparable symptom relief with fewer side effects and quicker recovery compared to TURP.
The effects can last many years. Some men may require additional treatment later in life.
As this procedure is associated with very little bleeding and temporary stopage of blood thinner is usually not needed. However, please discuss this with your doctor.
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