Patients referred for consideration of PVP will have a full medical history and prostate examination. They will be asked to fill out a specifically designed questionnaire to assess their symptoms (IPSS) and will have a urinary flow rate and ultrasound to assess how well, or badly, they can empty their bladder.

They will also have a PSA blood test taken (Prostate Specific Antigen) to further assess the prostate. If all information indicates a PVP is appropriate a date for surgery will be offered.

Patients suitable for surgery shall have routine pre-operative work-up including further blood tests, heart monitoring (ECG) and assessment by an anaesthetist. Other investigations may be needed to ensure fitness for anaesthetic and will be decided by the anaesthetist. The type of anaesthetic will be discussed with the anaesthetist. Patients are usually admitted to hospital on the arranged day of surgery and can discuss any last minute issues then.

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