Enlarged prostate (BPH)
What is TURP surgery?
By Advanced Urology · November 10, 2026
What is TURP surgery?
In brief
TURP, or transurethral resection of the prostate, removes prostate tissue that blocks urine. A scope goes through the urethra, so there are no skin cuts.
What it involves
An electric loop trims away tissue. It has been used for decades and gives strong improvement in flow for many men. Most men stay one night and have a catheter for a short time. Dry ejaculation is common afterward.
Time to come in?
If BPH symptoms aren't controlled, schedule a visit so our urologists can compare TURP with newer options for you.
For our Cobb County patients
Our urologists welcome Cobb residents to the Marietta Clinic & Surgery Center, 1371 Church Street Extension NW. Should your plan include a procedure, you'll have it in this same Marietta building.
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Your TURP consultation
Cobb County men considering TURP see our urologists at our Marietta Clinic & Surgery Center, where the procedure is also performed. We'll review your urinary symptoms, medicines, and how well you empty, and we may measure the prostate. If you take blood thinners, tell us early, since they affect timing.
How our urologists explain TURP
TURP removes the prostate tissue blocking urine flow from inside the urethra, with no outside incisions. Afterward, a catheter stays in for a short time. We'll be clear that retrograde ejaculation is a possible effect, and we'll compare TURP with UroLift, Aquablation, prostate artery embolization and robotic simple prostatectomy.
Call us if
- You can't urinate at all
- Fever or shaking chills develop
- Bleeding becomes heavy or forms clots
After the procedure
Light activity and plenty of fluids help healing, and we'll tell you when to return to driving, work and exercise. Some blood in the urine for a few weeks is expected; call (678) 344-8900 with questions. Our scheduling team welcomes new patients from Smyrna, Austell, Powder Springs and Marietta.
Common questions
Will I stay overnight?
Advanced Urology lists TURP as an outpatient procedure, with a catheter for 1 to 3 days. Expect blood-tinged urine and burning for a while afterward.
When can I drive?
Usually once the catheter is out and you are off strong pain medicine. Avoid heavy lifting while you heal.
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