- Find
- Resources
Prostate Removal Problems
TURP; Prostate resection - transurethral
Risks
Risks for any surgery are:
-
Blood clots in the legs that may travel to the lungs Breathing problems - Infection, including in the surgical wound, lungs (
pneumonia ), or bladder or kidney Blood loss -
Heart attack orstroke during surgery - Reactions to medications
Additional risks are:
- Problems with urine control (
incontinence ) - Loss of sperm fertility (
infertility ) - Erection problems (
impotence ) - Passing the semen into the bladder instead of out through...
More information on "Prostate Removal Problems"
From Our Experts
Fathering Children after Prostate Removal? Ask the Expert
Dear Dr. Motola, I am looking for information on fertility after prostate removal. I cannot find any-no statistics, nothing. I am a... Read more »
Erectile Dysfunction, Bladder Problems and Your Prostate
Many men are bothered with urinary problems along with their erectile dysfunction. It has been shown that severe problems with BPH or... Read more »
Signs of Prostate Problems and What They Can Indicate
Sometimes figuring out if you have a prostate problem can be a tricky maze. My own father had NO symptoms, but he was over the age of 70... Read more »
From Our Sources
Prostate removal
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is surgery to remove all or part of the prostate gland, to treat an enlarged prostate.See also:Benign... Read more »
Prostatitis
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate.There are three types of prostatitis:1. Acute infectious prostatitis2. Chronic infectious... Read more »
Prostatic acid phosphatase (PAP)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The PAP test is a blood test that measures prostatic acid phosphatase (an enzyme found in men, primarilyin the prostate gland and semen) to determine... Read more »
Inflatable artificial sphincter: Enlarged Prostate Treatment
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Artificial sphincter (AUS) - urinaryRisksThis procedure is generally safe. Ask your doctor about these possible complications.Risks for any surgery... Read more »
Enlarged Prostate
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The prostate is a male reproductive gland that produces the fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. It surrounds the urethra, the tube through... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
