Prostate surgery at Spire Nottingham Hospital
Treatment to reduce an enlarged prostate that is causing problems.
At Spire Nottingham Hospital, our consultants provide prostate surgery for an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, BPE) to relieve urinary difficulties.
Symptoms are caused by the enlarged prostate pressing on your urethra and bladder. Your consultant can treat this by removing or destroying prostate tissue.
Sometimes also called
- Transurethral prostatic resection
- TURP procedure or TURP surgery
- Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
- Laser prostate surgery (HoLEP or GreenLight)
- UroLift®
- Transurethral water jet ablation
The procedure(s) listed above are examples only and may not be available at all Spire hospitals.
At a glance
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Typical hospital stay
1-3 nights -
Procedure duration
1-2 hours -
Type of anaesthetic
General, spinal, epidural or local -
Available to self-pay?
Yes -
Covered by health insurance?
Yes
Why Spire?
- Fast access to a wide range of treatments
- Internationally and nationally renowned consultants
- Clear, inclusive pricing
- Rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission
Prostate surgery: what to expect at Spire Nottingham Hospital
At Spire Nottingham Hospital, we provide comprehensive private hospital care and the latest generation imaging and diagnostic technology. We put our patients at the heart of everything we do.
We have a team of expert urologists who specialise in men’s health and have wide experience of performing prostate surgery. Working alongside an excellent aftercare team, they’ll provide you with a treatment and recovery plan that’s tailored to your needs.
We offer fast access to consultations and treatments, in a clean, comfortable environment. The typical waiting time from diagnosis by your consultant (or a referral) to receiving prostate surgery is between two and four weeks.
How much does Prostate surgery cost at Spire Nottingham Hospital
It's a common operation to have done privately, and our inclusive prices and access to payment plans make it easy and more affordable, even if you don’t have medical insurance.
| Prostate resection (TURP) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation | We can't display the initial consultation fee just now. Call us for a quote. | ||
| Treatment price | £7,854 | ||
| Aftercare | Included | ||
| From price | From £7,854 | ||
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Monthly treatment price (Loan applicable to the treatment cost and excludes the initial consultation) |
£219 | ||
| Representative example | |
|---|---|
| Loan amount | £6,854 |
| Deposit | £1,000 |
| Loan period | 36 months |
| Representative APR | 9.9% |
| Total amount repayable | £7,884 |
The price shown is the ‘from price’ (ie the minimum cost of the procedure). Please note that for some procedures the actual price you are quoted may vary significantly and can increase depending on your choice of Consultant (who is an independent practitioner and not an employee of Spire). The fees charged by Consultants and Anaesthetists are set independently and are outside the control of Spire. The price may also vary depending on the type of anaesthetic, implant or drug used, and your medical history.
Spire Nottingham Hospital can provide you with a single, fixed price for your procedure so there are no surprises. Please read Spire Healthcare's terms and conditions for full details of what’s included and excluded in your fixed price when paying for yourself. Finance options are available through our partner Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd, 10 Norwich Street, London, EC4A 1BD.
Procedures offered for prostate surgery at Spire Nottingham Hospital
We offer a variety of treatments for prostate surgery. Treatment choices available to you will depend on your condition and your general health. Your consultant will discuss which treatment is best for you.
The type of anaesthetic you need varies depending on the procedure you need. It may be:
- A general anaesthetic meaning you’re asleep – this is most often used
- A spinal or epidural – where you can’t feel anything from the waist down
- A local anaesthetic – you’ll be awake but you won’t be able to feel anything in the area being operated on
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
- A special instrument is passed through your urethra and a small, electrically-heated wire is used to trim small pieces of prostate tissue
- Performed under general anaesthetic
- You’ll need a urinary catheter for around one to three days after the operation
UroLift (prostatic urethral lift (PUL) implants)
- Instead of removing prostate tissue, implants are positioned to hold your prostate out of the way and increase the width of your urethra
- This procedure can be performed under general or local anaesthetic
- Usually, a urinary catheter isn’t required
Every treatment has its own benefits and risks which your consultant will explain to you during your consultation.
Find a consultant at Spire Nottingham Hospital
Preparing for prostate surgery at Spire Nottingham Hospital
Finding us
Spire Nottingham Hospital is situated five miles south from Nottingham city centre off the A52. Nottingham station is approximately 15 minutes by taxi from the hospital. We have 300 free parking spaces for you and your visitors.
Your consultation
You’ll meet your chosen consultant in one of our private consultation rooms. They’ll discuss:
- Your symptoms and any particular urinary problems you’re having
- What the treatment options are, including alternatives to surgery such as medication and lifestyle changes
- Whether you need any tests or scans to help your consultant plan the next steps
- The potential benefits and risks of treatment
You may also need a pre-operative assessment with one of our specialist nurses to check if the procedure is right for you.
Prostate surgery: your procedure
Prostate surgery takes from one to two hours. If you've come with a friend or family member, they're welcome to wait in our lounge or restaurant while you have your operation.
After surgery, you may need a urinary catheter until the swelling in your urethra has gone down, allowing you to pass urine normally again. This will be taken out by one of our nurses before you leave hospital – which is usually for one night after your operation. During your stay, you’ll have your own en-suite room which will have:
- Freeview TV
- En-suite bathroom
- Walk-in shower
- Armchair
- Free WiFi
- Complimentary toiletries
- Robe and slippers
- Nurse call system
Q & A
Sandy Gujral, Consultant Urologist Surgeon
Talking about prostate surgery
Prostate surgery: your recovery
As expected after surgery, you’ll feel some pain afterwards. Our nurses will help you manage this by giving you painkillers and advice about what over-the-counter medicines you can take after you leave hospital.
Although the recovery time varies depending on the procedure you've had and your overall health, here’s a guide to recovery timeline for transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) – the most common procedure:
Treatment and recovery timeline
1-3 days
Catheter is removed and you can leave hospital
1-3 weeks
Driving and gentle walking
3-4 weeks
Back to desk-based job and sex if you’re comfortable enough
4-8 weeks
Full recovery
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1-3 days
Catheter is removed and you can leave hospital
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1-3 weeks
Driving and gentle walking
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3-4 weeks
Back to desk-based job and sex if you’re comfortable enough
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4-8 weeks
Full recovery
The treatment described on this page may be adapted to meet your individual needs, so it's important to follow your healthcare professional's advice and raise any questions that you may have with them.
How to get to us
Spire Nottingham Hospital is situated 5 miles south from Nottingham City Centre off the A52. It is easily accessible from the A46 to Lincoln, Newark and Leicester.
Spire Nottingham Hospital,
Tollerton Lane
Tollerton
Nottingham
NG12 4GA
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