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The UroLift System

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A proven approach to treating BPH that lifts and holds enlarged prostate tissue out of the way, so it no longer blocks the urethra.

#1 chosen minimally invasive BPH procedure in the U.S.*

How The UroLift System Works

The UroLift™ System procedure can be performed as a same-day outpatient procedure, including the office setting, under local anesthesia.1 Patients typically return home with no overnight stay and no catheter required after treatment.2 Here's how it works.

An enlarged prostate

Enlarged Prostate

An enlarged prostate can narrow or even block the urethra.

Step 1 of the UroLift system

Step 1

The UroLift™ Delivery Device is placed through the obstructed urethra to access the enlarged prostate.

Step 2 of the UroLift system

Step 2

Small UroLift™ Implants are permanently placed to lift and hold the enlarged prostate tissue out of the way.

Step 3 of the UroLift system

Step 3

The UroLift™ Delivery Device is removed, leaving an open urethra to improve flow and provide lasting BPH symptom relief.

Watch this 2-minute overview of the UroLift System procedure

What to expect: Mike chose the UroLift System procedure

Why Choose The UroLift System?

Faster Recovery. Fewer Risks. Proven Outcomes.3-5

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Durable Results, Lasting Relief5

Better symptom relief than reported for medications2,6

Risk profile better than reported for surgical procedures, such as TURP2,4,6

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Proven Alternative to Drug Therapy5

About 50% of men surveyed are dissatisfied with their BPH medication–34% experienced unpleasant side effects§

Urologist satisfaction with medication therapy for BPH has declined significantly in the last two years||

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Rapid Symptom Relief and Recovery1,2

Recovery in days, not months1

Rapid relief with a low risk profile2

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Proven Safe and Effective5

Provides consistent outcomes to a broad range of BPH patients12

Risk profile better than reported for surgical procedures, such as TURP2,4,6

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Improves Quality of Life5

Symptoms of BPH can cause interrupted sleep, loss of productivity, and depression—all of which can decrease quality of life13

The goal of the UroLift™ System treatment is to relieve symptoms so you can get back to your life and daily activities

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Preserves Sexual Function†5

Preserves†5 and possibly improves‡8 sexual function

The only leading BPH procedure shown not to cause new and lasting sexual dysfunction†3,7

Find a UroLift-Trained Physician

The UroLift™ System procedure is performed by a large network of urologists, who can advise you on the treatment plan that's best for you.

Hear From Other BPH Patients**

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Meet Corey B.

Corey's symptoms caused him to limit important activities.

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Meet Van M.

Early on, Van M's active lifestyle was hindered by BPH symptoms.

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Meet Steve K.

Steve K., "Mr. Gadget" wanted to stop taking BPH medications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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What happens during the UroLift procedure, and how long does it take?

The UroLift System treatment may be performed with local or under general anesthesia.1 Your doctor may give you medication to make you feel more comfortable during the procedure, though everyone's tolerance for pain and discomfort varies greatly. The UroLift System procedure typically takes less than an hour. Most men go home typically 1-2 hours after the procedure. 

See the UroLift System Instructions for Use for more information.

 

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What are Common Side Effects?

Most common side effects are temporary and can include discomfort when urinating, urgency, inability to control the urge, pelvic pain, and some blood in the urine.2 Rare side effects, including bleeding and infection, may lead to a serious outcome and may require intervention. Speak with your doctor to determine if you may be a candidate for the UroLift System treatment.
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What are the risks and potential complications of the UroLift procedure?

As with any medical procedure, the UroLift System procedure comes with risks. Most common side effects are mild to moderate and temporary and can include pain or burning with urination, blood in the urine, pelvic pain, urgent need to urinate and/or the inability to control the urge.2 Rare side effects, including bleeding and infection, may lead to a serious outcome and may require intervention.

See the UroLift System Instructions for Use for more information.

References:

1. Shore, Can J Urol 2014 2. Roehrborn, J Urology 2013

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References

  • 1. Shore, Can J Urol 2014

  • 2. Roehrborn, J Urology 2013

  • 3. AUA BPH Guidelines 2003, 2020

  • 4. Sonksen, Eur Urol 2015

  • 5. Roehrborn, Can J Urol 2017

  • 6. AUA BPH Guidelines 2003

  • 7. McVary, Urology 2019

  • 8. Roehrborn, Predictors of Durability, AUA 2021

  • 9. Speakman, BJUI 2014

  • 10. Lusty, J Urol 2021

  • 11. Wei, et al, J Urol April 2010 abstract

  • 12. Eure, J Endourol 2019

  • 13. Speakman, BJUI 2014

  • *U.S. 2022 estimates based on US Market Model 2022-24 (5-17-22 FINAL), which is in part based on Symphony Health PatientSource® 2018-21, as is and with no representations/warranties, including accuracy or completeness.

  • **As with any medical procedure, individual results may vary. See patient safety for more information.

  • † No instances of new, sustained erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction in the L.I.F.T. pivotal study

  • ‡ Based on analysis of erectile and ejaculatory function for 331 PUL patients treated in a controlled setting

  • §Survey of US men aged 40+ who have been diagnosed with BPH (enlarged prostate) and are/have been treated with BPH medications, conducted by Teleflex in 2020. Data on file, n=96

  • ||Data on file. Teleflex; primary, blinded research with 202 Urologists in the US, Nov-Dec 2019;s6

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