Greenlight laser therapy primarily treats benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a common prostate gland condition in men. This therapy employs a green-wavelength laser to vaporise prostate tissue that is causing urinary obstruction.
While primarily used for BPH, greenlight laser therapy is also used to treat:
Greenlight laser therapy offers several advantages over traditional surgical treatments for prostate issues, which include:
The laser seals blood vessels as it vaporizes tissue, significantly lowering the risk of bleeding.
Most patients report a significant improvement in urinary flow and reduction in symptoms of BPH soon after the procedure.
Patients undergoing Greenlight Laser Therapy often experience a significantly shorter recovery period. Most patients can return to their normal activities within a few days, and the overall downtime is minimal.
Greenlight laser therapy is typically performed as an outpatient procedure, meaning patients can go home the same day. Here’s what to expect during the procedure:
Patients may be asked to stop certain medications and to fast for a few hours before the procedure. Antibiotics might be prescribed to prevent infection.
The procedure is usually performed under general anaesthesia, although local anaesthesia with sedation may also be an option.
After the procedure, patients are monitored for a few hours before being discharged.
While Greenlight laser therapy is generally safe and effective, it carries potential risks and complications.
Some patients may experience burning sensations, frequent urination, or an urgent need to urinate shortly after the procedure.
The procedure can introduce bacteria into the urinary tract, leading to infections.
This is a common side effect where semen enters the bladder instead of exiting through the penis during ejaculation. This condition is usually harmless but can affect fertility.
Dr Png is a United States fellowship-trained urologist who received his urology specialist board certification from Singapore. He is the first and only urologist in Singapore to be inducted into the Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS) after completing a minimally invasive surgery fellowship in the USA at the Indiana University School of Medicine, where he sub-specialised in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for urological cancers.
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Studies show that Greenlight laser therapy is highly effective in improving urinary flow and reducing symptoms of BPH, with many patients experiencing long-lasting relief.
The Greenlight laser emits a 532 nm wavelength light that is selectively absorbed by the haemoglobin in blood, allowing precise vaporization of prostate tissue while sparing surrounding structures.
Yes, one of the key advantages of Greenlight laser therapy is its ability to coagulate blood vessels during tissue vaporization, making it a safer option for patients on anticoagulant therapy compared to traditional surgical methods.
