article · BMC Urology

The resected prostate weight matters in transurethral resection of the prostate in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia

Kekeli Kodjo Adanu
James E. Mensah
Mawuenyo Attawa Oyortey
Mathew Yamoah Kyei

2025Open accessHo Technical University

Abstract

The improvement in voiding function following TURP is dependent on the resected weight as it doubles the improvement in voiding function. Resections greater than 30% of the prostate weight are sufficient to restore normal voiding function.

Research topics

Urinary Bladder and Prostate Research
Urological Disorders and Treatments
Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

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DOI: 10.1186/s12894-025-01939-9

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