Weather Advisory: Temporary Door Closure

Due to extreme cold, access through the Moakley Building's entrance off Boston Medical Center Place will be temporarily closed from 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, through 7 a.m. Monday, Feb. 2.

All patients and visitors should use the main entrance for the Menino and Yawkey Buildings during this time. The hospital remains open and operating as normal.

We appreciate your patience as we take these precautions during severe winter weather.

The Urolift™ System uses a specialized stapling device to lift and hold enlarged prostate tissue out of the way so that it no longer blocks the urethra. The urologist inserts a cystoscope through the urethra to determine the precise area(s) of prostate tissue to be pulled back. Then a small needle is inserted through the sheath to stitch the tissues. This is an ideal procedure for men with a small to moderate size prostate gland who want to preserve their ejaculatory function.

What are the benefits of Urolift™?

  • Same-day procedure.
  • Insertion of a catheter is often unnecessary.
  • Immediate improvement in urinary flow and preservation of ejaculatory function.
  • There is no cutting, heating, or removal of prostate tissue.
  • Patients are able to return to their ordinary daily activities in 24-48 hours.

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