UroLift for BPH, without the surgery.
KFDA-approved permanent implants that hold the enlarged prostate open — no cutting, no heat, no tissue destroyed. A 30–45 minute procedure under local anesthesia, usually no catheter, same-day discharge. Sexual function is 100% preserved.
“UroLift is my first choice for men who want their symptoms gone without risking sexual function. The implants simply hold the prostate lobes apart — nothing is cut, burned, or removed. Most of our international patients walk out the same day and fly home within 1–3 days.”
— Dr. Moon Hyeon-chang, Director
UroLift in detail at Urogyn Seomyeon.
What it is
Permanent implants (small clips) that retract and hold the enlarged prostate tissue out of the way, opening the urethra. FDA & KFDA-approved.
How it works
Delivered through a scope under local anesthesia. Each implant takes seconds to place; 2–6 are used depending on prostate size. 30–45 minutes total.
Recovery
Usually no post-op catheter. Mild discomfort 1–3 days. Most international patients stay 2–3 days in Korea, then fly home. Symptom relief begins within 2 weeks.
The UroLift procedure explained.
A short animation of how the implants lift and hold the enlarged prostate open — no cutting, no heat.
Are you a candidate ?
You may be a good fit if you have:
- Prostate under 80g
- No significant middle lobe
- Want sexual function preserved
- IPSS 8+ with bothersome symptoms
- Prefer to avoid daily medication
Not an ideal fit? We may suggest Rezum for a larger prostate or middle-lobe enlargement, Progator for a non-thermal suture approach, or prostatitis care if it's pain rather than flow.
How UroLift compares on the BPH ladder.
Your highlighted option below. All BPH procedures are ₩10,000,000 at Urogyn — the choice is about your anatomy and goals, not price.
Medication
First lineUroLift
Your optionRezum
SteamProgator
LigationThe BPH comprehensive workup.
Every candidate gets a full prostate work-up — so we confirm the cause and the right tier before treating. Same-day results.
Testosterone
Male hormone panel to assess baseline and rule out hormonal contributors to urinary symptoms.
PSA
Prostate cancer marker — essential screening before any BPH procedure, especially men 50+.
Urinalysis
Urine test to check for infection, blood, or other conditions mimicking BPH.
Prostate Ultrasound
Transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) to measure prostate volume and detect middle-lobe enlargement.
Full BPH work-up — ₩600,000 · all four tests in one same-day visit.
Talk to the doctor before you book your flight.
A free video consultation. Discuss your case, see if Busan is right for you, get a personalized quote. No commitment.
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Your visit, step by step.
From the first WhatsApp message to flying home — here's the path most international patients follow.
Free video consult
Send your symptoms and history over WhatsApp. The doctor reviews your case in English and explains likely options and cost.
Diagnosis & testing
On-site tests confirm your condition and rule out other causes — so the plan fits your anatomy before anything is decided.
The procedure
Your procedure is performed by a board-certified urologist, with most minimally invasive treatments done the same day.
Recovery & aftercare
Fly home when cleared. Your doctor stays reachable on WhatsApp for 6 months of follow-up — photos, questions, guidance.
Your medical team.
Board-certified urologists — the doctor who consults with you is the same one who performs your procedure and follow-up.
Dr. Moon Hyeon-chang
- Board-certified urologist, 15+ years
- AUA · EAU · WAS · KSSM member
- Direct English consultation
- Patients from 40+ countries
Dr. Kim Tae-kyung
- Board-certified urologist
- BPH focus — UroLift & Rezum
- MD & MS, Pusan National University
- Adjunct Prof, Ulsan Univ Hospital
Dr. Kim Jin-seong
- Board-certified, Gyeongsang Nat'l Univ
- Korean Prostate Society member
- Adjunct Clinical Prof, GNU Hospital
- Men's health & prostate surgery
Before you reach out.
No. UroLift is a minimally invasive procedure with no cutting, no heat and no tissue removed. Small permanent implants simply hold the prostate open. It's done under local anesthesia, usually in 30–45 minutes.
UroLift is specifically designed to preserve ejaculation and erections — this is its main advantage over older resection surgery, which often disrupts ejaculation. Your doctor confirms the expected outcome for your case.
Most patients go home without a catheter. Because no tissue is cut or burned, swelling is minimal compared with traditional surgery, so a catheter is usually not required.
Dr. Moon provides direct English consultation. He is internationally trained and comfortable discussing complex medical topics in English, so nothing is lost through a translator.
US, EU, UK, Canadian, Australian and Singaporean citizens enter visa-free (90 days). For other nationalities we provide medical-visa support documents.
Busan prices sit between Bangkok (cheapest in Asia) and Singapore (most expensive). You get Seoul-level quality at near-Bangkok pricing — all BPH procedures are ₩10,000,000 all-inclusive.
Korean medical advertising law restricts public posting. During your private video consultation, the urologist shows anonymized examples relevant to your case.
Yes. The board-certified urologist who consults with you is the same doctor who performs your procedure and manages your follow-up — one specialist from start to finish. You are never passed to a junior doctor or a different surgeon.
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