FDA approves new surgical treatment for enlarged prostates
2023年10月25日 · Newer, minimally-invasive BPH procedures offer faster recovery times and fewer risks of complications. Where a TURP cuts directly into the prostate, these alternate procedures treat BPH in other ways — for instance, by using steam, microwaves, or lasers to treat the obstructing tissues.
Urologist Explains New Treatment Options for Enlarged Prostates
Minimally invasive procedures: Urolift. UroLift is a permanently placed implant used to lift and hold the enlarged prostate tissue out of the way so it no longer blocks the urethra. The procedure to implant the Urolift typically takes less than one hour. The treatment does not affect sexual function. Rezūm water vapor therapy.
New treatment for common prostate condition has fewer side …
2023年8月11日 · The newest surgical treatment at UCLA Health for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a common condition associated with bothersome urinary symptoms, produces similar results to the traditional surgical “gold standard” with fewer side effects, says a UCLA Health urologist who has performed the procedure, known as Aquablation, since ...
Next-generation treatment reduces symptoms, preserves sexual …
2023年8月10日 · Treatment with the recently approved, minimally invasive Optilume BPH device improves urinary symptoms while preserving sexual function in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), concludes a...
New Prostate Biopsy Procedure Reduces Risk, Improves Accuracy
2023年4月25日 · Called a transperineal biopsy, the procedure is combined with 3D MRI fusion guided technology to highlight prostate cancer. It is the latest urological cancer diagnostic tool to be added to an extensive list of innovative resources used for …
The Latest Advancements in Urology Procedures
2024年8月24日 · Stay informed about the latest advancements in urology procedures, including minimally invasive techniques, robotic surgery, and new treatments for common urological conditions.
What are the latest treatments for an enlarged prostate?
2023年1月18日 · Some new techniques for treating an enlarged prostate include WVTT, PAE, and UroLift. Other treatment options for an enlarged prostate include surgical procedures.
New BPH treatment ablates the prostatic tissue without heat
2024年10月4日 · Dr. Cooper compares the procedure to a "pressure washer" that ablates the prostatic tissue without heat to mitigate the risks of urinary leakage and retrograde ejaculation. The procedure takes around 45 minutes to perform and uses transrectal ultrasound to map the parameters and contour of the prostate for a precise treatment plan based on each ...
Continuing Innovation Leads to Advances in Treatments for BPH …
“What makes this new therapy so exciting is that it offers a safe, effective, and minimally invasive procedure for men suffering from urinary tract conditions such as BPH and urethral strictures,” says Steven Kaplan, MD, FACS, Professor of Urology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Principal Investigator of the PINNACLE trial.
Aquablation is Proving to Be an Innovative and Successful …
A minimally invasive surgical procedure that combines a camera, ultrasound imaging, and a computer-controlled heat-free waterjet to enable efficient, precise removal of prostate tissue, Aquablation has proven to be a game changer in BPH treatment by enabling symptom relief with a low complication rate. Dr. Kaplan was one of the first surgeons ...