Transurethral incision of the prostate

Transurethral incision of the prostate (TUIP or TIP) is a surgical procedure for treating prostate gland enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia).

Benefits

Transurethral incision of the prostate-—one or two small cuts in the prostate gland—can improve urine flow and correct other problems related to an enlarged prostate.

Indications

Compared with other surgical procedures for prostate gland enlargement, TUIP is simpler and generally has fewer complications. However, TUIP can only be used when the prostate is relatively small.

See also

• Transurethral needle ablation of the prostate
• Prostatectomy
• Prostatic stent
• TURP

External links

• Mayo Clinic description