Nigerian Hospital Performs First UroLift Surgery in Nigeria
Nigeria has achieved a major medical milestone as The Prostate Clinic (TPC) in Lagos successfully performed the country’s first UroLift surgery — a breakthrough that could transform prostate treatment and reduce medical tourism. The historic procedure was led by Professor Kingsley Ekwueme, a Consultant Urological, Laparoscopic, and Robotic Surgeon who returned from the diaspora to establish TPC. The achievement positions Nigeria as a growing destination for advanced prostate care. For years, thousands of Nigerian men have traveled abroad for prostate treatments, costing the nation billions annually. Many patients have suffered or even died due to delayed care and limited access to modern procedures at home. During a live demonstration observed by Vanguard, Prof. Ekwueme and his team carried out the UroLift — a minimally invasive surgery designed to relieve prostate enlargement without cutting or removing tissue. Using a telescope inserted […]
