Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
As of 8 September 2026
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Prostate & Men's Health Care — Precision From Scan to Surgery
Advanced prostate diagnostics, laser surgery and personalised treatment — supported by international patient services from day one.
Send enquiryAt Florence Nightingale Hospitals, prostate care combines advanced diagnostic techniques, including multiparametric MRI, fusion biopsy and Ga-68 PSMA PET-CT, with personalised treatment planning. From minimally invasive procedures such as HoLEP for an enlarged prostate to comprehensive treatment plans for prostate cancer, our specialists tailor care to each patient's condition and needs, with support for international patients throughout their treatment journey.
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View the hospital ranking- 35+ years of clinical experience across the Group, with around 20,000 operations performed each year
- İstanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital has been JCI-accredited since 2013 and is now in its fifth accreditation cycle
- Ratings: 5/5 on Bookimed, 4.7/5 across 6,621 patient responses
- Multilingual coordinators — English, Arabic, Russian, French, German, Romanian, Serbian and more
- Direct billing and pre-authorisation with major international insurers
We’ve worked with patients from 100+ countries, supporting cases ranging from straightforward procedures to complex treatments.
Why Florence Nightingale for Men's Health?
Fewer unnecessary procedures. Faster answers. Treatment chosen for your case, not for the calendar.
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Urologists with international training and decades of combined experience in laser prostate surgery and uro-oncology
Multidisciplinary board for prostate cancer: urology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, nuclear medicine and pathology reviewing your case together
JCI-aligned protocols, private recovery suites, and remote follow-up after you fly home
Size-independent laser enucleation (HoLEP and ThuLEP) — an option even for very large prostates and for patients on blood thinners
Full diagnostic chain on-site: PSA and hormone panels, 3T multiparametric prostate MRI, MRI-fusion biopsy, and Ga-68 PSMA PET-CT
JCI-aligned protocols, private recovery suites, and remote follow-up after you fly home
Men's Health Treatment Programs
HoLEP — Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate
The current benchmark for benign prostate enlargement. The obstructing tissue is enucleated from the inside with a holmium laser, with no external incision. It works regardless of prostate size, controls bleeding as it goes, and the removed tissue is sent for full pathological examination.
ThuLEP — Thulium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate
Same enucleation principle, thulium laser energy. Excellent tissue cutting with very precise hemostasis, which makes it a strong option for men on anticoagulants or with cardiac risk. Your surgeon selects between HoLEP and ThuLEP based on prostate size, anatomy and medical history.
Multiparametric MRI-Fusion Prostate Biopsy
Your multiparametric MRI is fused with live ultrasound so suspicious lesions are sampled directly instead of randomly. More clinically significant cancers found, fewer harmless ones over-treated, and a transperineal option for a lower infection risk.
Ga-68 PSMA PET-CT
A PSMA-targeted scan that shows prostate cancer cells wherever they are in the body. Used for accurate staging before treatment and to locate recurrence when PSA rises again — often while values are still very low.
Prostate Cancer Treatment
Robot-assisted and open radical prostatectomy, radiotherapy, hormonal and systemic therapy, and active surveillance for suitable low-risk patients. Every plan is set by the multidisciplinary tumor board, not by a single opinion.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) — Full Pathway
Uroflowmetry, ultrasound with residual volume, symptom scoring and medical therapy first. Surgery — laser enucleation, TURP or open surgery — only when it is genuinely the right answer.
Kidney & Urinary Tract Stones
RIRS with flexible ureteroscopy, laser lithotripsy, PCNL and ESWL, plus metabolic work-up so the stones don't simply come back.
Andrology & Sexual Health
Erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and penile prosthesis surgery, with medical, shockwave and surgical options discussed openly.
Male Infertility
Semen analysis, hormone and genetic evaluation, varicocele surgery, and sperm retrieval procedures including micro-TESE, coordinated with our IVF team.
Testosterone Deficiency & Men's Hormone Health
Proper diagnosis of low testosterone — not a single lab value — followed by monitored treatment and cardiovascular and prostate safety follow-up.
Bladder & Kidney Cancer
Endoscopic and laparoscopic surgery, intravesical therapy, partial and radical nephrectomy, with oncology support in the same building.
Urinary Incontinence & Pelvic Floor
Post-prostatectomy incontinence, overactive bladder, artificial sphincter and sling surgery, plus pelvic floor rehabilitation.
Diagnostics & Office-Based Procedures
PSA & Free PSA Testing
Baseline and follow-up prostate-specific antigen measurement, interpreted alongside prostate volume, age and PSA density rather than in isolation.
Multiparametric Prostate MRI (mpMRI)
3T imaging with T2, diffusion and dynamic contrast sequences, reported using PI-RADS scoring to decide whether a biopsy is needed at all.
MRI-Fusion Biopsy (Transperineal / Transrectal)
Targeted cores from PI-RADS 3–5 lesions plus systematic sampling, under sedation or general anaesthesia.
Ga-68 PSMA PET-CT
Whole-body PSMA imaging for staging high-risk disease and for biochemical recurrence after surgery or radiotherapy.
Uroflowmetry & Post-Void Residual Measurement
Objective measurement of urine flow rate and retained volume — the numbers that decide whether BPH needs surgery.
Urodynamic Studies
Pressure-flow assessment for complex voiding problems, overactive bladder and post-prostatectomy incontinence.
Transrectal & Suprapubic Ultrasound
Prostate volume, bladder wall changes and kidney assessment in a single visit.
Cystoscopy
Direct flexible or rigid inspection of the urethra and bladder for haematuria, strictures and bladder tumours.
Hormone Panel (Total & Free Testosterone, LH, FSH, Prolactin, SHBG)
Full endocrine profile for suspected testosterone deficiency or infertility.
Semen Analysis & Sperm DNA Fragmentation
Detailed andrology laboratory testing for male infertility evaluation.
Penile Doppler Ultrasound
Assesses arterial inflow and venous leak in erectile dysfunction before treatment is chosen.
Bone Scintigraphy & Whole-Body Imaging
Additional staging where indicated, reviewed together with PSMA PET-CT findings.
Men's Health Check-Up Panel
Cardiovascular risk, blood pressure, lipids, glucose and HbA1c, thyroid, liver and kidney function, vitamin D, colorectal cancer screening and BMI/body composition — because prostate health is rarely the only thing worth checking.
What to Expect as an International Patient
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Before You Arrive
- Share your PSA history, MRI, biopsy or pathology reports securely
- Free online consultation with a urologist
- Written opinion on whether further imaging or biopsy is needed
- Visa assistance, travel planning and accommodation options
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Arrival & Diagnosis
- Airport pickup by our patient shuttle
- In-person consultation with your urologist
- Same-day diagnostics where possible — uroflowmetry, ultrasound, mpMRI, PSMA PET-CT
- Final treatment plan confirmed with you before anything is scheduled
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Treatment & Stay
- Surgery or procedure typically within 24–72 hours of your diagnostic work-up
- Private recovery rooms and 24/7 interpreter support
- Catheter management and early mobilisation guided by nursing staff
- Cultural and dietary accommodations, family support during procedures
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Follow Up & Return Home
- Digital discharge packet with pathology, imaging and medication plan
- Remote video follow-up from your home country
- Second-opinion updates at no extra charge
- Airport transfer from the hospital
Common Questions
Do you offer online consultations before travel?
Yes. Send your PSA results, MRI and any biopsy reports, and a urologist will review them and speak with you by video before you book anything.
What is the difference between HoLEP and ThuLEP?
Both remove the obstructing prostate tissue endoscopically by enucleation, and both work at any prostate size. The difference is the laser energy used: holmium (HoLEP) or thulium (ThuLEP). Thulium cuts with particularly fine hemostatic control, which can be an advantage for men on blood thinners. Your surgeon recommends one based on your prostate volume, anatomy and medical history.
Is my prostate too large for laser surgery?
Almost certainly not. Laser enucleation is size-independent, which is why it has largely replaced open prostatectomy for very large glands.
How long will I stay in hospital after HoLEP or ThuLEP?
Most patients stay 1–2 nights, with the catheter usually removed within 24–48 hours. Plan roughly 5–7 days in Istanbul in total so your follow-up check happens before you fly.
Why a fusion biopsy instead of a standard biopsy?
A standard biopsy samples the prostate blind. A fusion biopsy overlays your MRI onto live ultrasound so suspicious lesions are targeted directly — which finds more clinically significant cancers and avoids over-diagnosing harmless ones.
When is Ga-68 PSMA PET-CT used?
Mainly in two situations: accurate staging before treatment of intermediate or high-risk prostate cancer, and locating recurrence when PSA starts rising after surgery or radiotherapy — often while PSA is still very low.
Will laser prostate surgery affect my sexual function?
Erectile function is generally preserved. However, retrograde ejaculation — semen passing into the bladder instead of outward — is common after enucleation. It is harmless but relevant if you are planning to father children, so tell your surgeon beforehand.
Can I bring a companion?
Absolutely. We arrange accommodation for family members and provide interpreter support throughout the stay.
How do I send my medical records?
Securely through our online portal or by email to the international patient desk. All data is protected and confidential.
How quickly can treatment start after I arrive?
Once diagnostics are complete, most procedures are scheduled within 24–72 hours.
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