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Q: What happens 5 years after green light laser prostate surgery and how many men have to have the procedure repeated?

I had the green light procedure done in 12/2007 and my urologist thought I should go on Avodart (it wasn't a strong recommendation). I don't like the Avodart for a number of reasons and I'm wondering if I'm headed for another green light surgery. I'm 72 and in otherwise good health.
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Jay Motola, Health Pro
3/28/12 11:22pm

The decision to have a repeat laser is based on how symptomatic a patient becomes after treatment. Most patients who undergo this procedure do not need subsequent procedures.  It has been estimated that the retreatment rate at 10 years is about 10% of patients. 

 

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By RC— Last Modified: 03/28/12, First Published: 02/08/12