Seeking to read n learn of HoLEP experiences in the USA with simple questions:  COPY and PASTE questions n than insert your answers in a REPLY

1. Age and when procedure performed; Me - 71 on 7/14/2021

1a. Showed up for procedure with or without a catheter? Me - with a catheter

1b. Released with or without catheter on same day of procedure? Me - Same day, no catheter

2. . PSA before and after procedure?   Me - 8.2 Before - 0.2 after

3. Size Prostate - measured by CT or 3Tmri or Ultra SoundHow much removed? Cancer or no Cancer found from lab sample? Me - 231grams - via CT and 3Tmri; 177 grams removed; No cancer

4. Where performed and by whom? Me - Northwestern Medical, Chicago by Dr Amy Krambeck

5. 3 Months post exam - how much retention in bladder after voiding?  Me - "0"

6. Any incontinence/leaking?   Me - at 4 months, none

6a. Any retrograde?   Me- Yes

7. Any pain - sensations during recoup? Me - at 2 months, burning during peeing in urethra and perineal (Butt) area; Stopped at 4 months.

8. Medicare only OR Medicare and Supplement OR out of pocket? Your net cost?  Me - Medicare and Aetna; My net cost $1173.00 (Hospital n Dr)

9. How are you doing now? Any regrets?  Me - Great; NONE!

Hoping answers n experiences can help Dudes decide what procedure to get done and where for their prostate charactertics?

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