Procedures and treatments

UroLift

Minimally invasive treatment option for selected prostate obstruction symptoms.

Looking for private UroLift in Birmingham? This procedure overview supports the main patient treatment page. For appointment information, suitability and related Birmingham care pathways, visit the main UroLift page.

UroLift for enlarged prostate

UroLift is a minimally invasive procedure that may help selected men with prostate obstruction symptoms by holding enlarged prostate tissue away from the urethra.

Symptoms

Obstruction

Weak flow and urinary symptoms are reviewed carefully.

Suitability

Anatomy matters

Prostate size and shape influence whether UroLift is appropriate.

Choice

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Medication, Rezum, Aquablation and TURP may be discussed.

What this pathway may involve

Review of urinary symptoms
Assessment of prostate size and obstruction
Discussion of benefits, limits and alternatives
Aftercare and symptom monitoring

How Mr Shahzad approaches this treatment

Mr Shahzad helps patients understand where UroLift fits among the available prostate enlargement treatments.

Read the dedicated UroLift page

Consultation and treatment planning

Assessment: symptoms, history and previous investigations are reviewed.
Investigation: scans, tests or cystoscopy may be arranged where clinically appropriate.
Decision: options are discussed clearly, including benefits, risks, alternatives and recovery.
Aftercare: follow-up is planned around the procedure and the patient’s individual circumstances.

Private appointments

Discuss suitability with Mr Shahzad

Treatment recommendations are made only after careful specialist assessment and discussion. Self-pay patients do not need a GP referral.

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Birmingham Advanced Urology
Private consultant urology care in Birmingham, Worcestershire and the West Midlands.

Mr Syed Ali Shahzad
Consultant Urological and Robotic Surgeon
GMC: 6071731

Appointments and enquiries
Yasmin Khan, Secretary
Yasmin.Khan@hcaconsultant.co.uk
+44 7866 009874
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The information on this website is for general information only and should not replace medical advice from a qualified clinician. If you are experiencing severe pain, heavy bleeding, inability to pass urine, fever with urinary symptoms or symptoms requiring urgent attention, seek urgent medical help through NHS 111, your GP, A&E or emergency services depending on severity.