Grandville Medical Centre in Lagos has introduced a 160-watt Holmium Laser system for treating benign prostate enlargement, in a move aimed at expanding access to advanced urological care in Nigeria.
The technology was introduced by Think Robotic and Health Limited in partnership with Highendurology Nigeria Limited to expand access to specialised urological care in the country.
The procedure, known as Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate, or HoLEP, is a minimally invasive treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia, a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that can obstruct urine flow and cause urinary difficulties.
Speaking at the commissioning, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Highendurology Nigeria Limited and Think Robotic and Health Limited, Dr Taiwo Alabi, described the technology as an important development in prostate care.
Alabi, who also heads the Urology Division at Grandville Medical Centre, explained that the procedure involves passing specialised instruments through the urethra to remove excess prostate tissue without making an external incision.
He said the approach could help minimise surgical trauma and blood loss while supporting faster recovery compared with conventional open surgery.
The Managing Director of Grandville Medical Group, Dr Ayobami Aranmolate, stressed that introducing advanced medical equipment must be accompanied by the expertise required to operate it effectively.
He expressed optimism that making specialised procedures available locally could reduce the number of Nigerians travelling abroad for treatment.
Also speaking at the event, a former Chief Medical Director of the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Professor Akin Osibogun, commended the doctors involved in bringing the technology to Nigeria.
Osibogun noted that collaboration among healthcare professionals could help pool resources for investment in advanced equipment and improve access to specialist medical services.
Meanwhile, the Nigerian Medical Association called for a more supportive environment for private healthcare providers to encourage investment in medical technology and strengthen the country’s healthcare system.
The introduction of the laser system is expected to expand treatment options for men with benign prostate enlargement and support efforts to improve access to specialised urological care within Nigeria.
