New Delhi, May 21 -- A 77-year-old man diagnosed with a severely enlarged prostate was successfully treated using an advanced minimally invasive laser surgery at RG Hospitals, doctors said on Thursday.

The procedure was performed using the Minimally Invasive Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (MiLEP) technique, which enabled doctors to remove the enlarged prostate tissue while preserving urinary control and ensuring quicker recovery.

According to the hospital, the patient had been suffering from prolonged difficulty in urination along with repeated episodes of urinary retention, which had considerably impacted his quality of life. Medical investigations revealed chronic cystitis and a significantly enlarged prostate measuring nearly 300 ...