Aquablation Therapy

Aquablation therapy is the first and only robotic-assisted, ultrasound-guided, heat-free waterjet treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia, (BPH). Combining real-time ultrasound guidance with a standard camera (called a cystoscope), the system offers a multi-dimensional view of the prostate. The system is designed to deliver an accurate and consistent treatment plan for better clinical outcomes.

What makes Aquablation therapy unique?

1. Two kinds of imaging in the operating room allow your surgeon to see your entire prostate.
2. Robotics and advanced computer software allow your surgeon to create a personalized treatment plan to precisely remove unwanted tissue. 
3. Heat-free waterjet allows your surgeon to safely remove the tissue.

How does Aquablation therapy work?

1.    SURGICAL PLANNING

Every prostate is unique in size and shape. Aquablation therapy enables your surgeon to customize your procedure to your specific anatomy. Aquablation therapy is the only BPH surgical procedure that integrates ultrasound imaging with a cystoscope. This real-time visualization allows our surgeon to map which parts of your prostate to remove and which parts to avoid, enabling them to avoid removing areas that could cause irreversible complications like erectile dysfunction, ejaculatory dysfunction, and incontinence.

2.    PROSTATE TISSUE REMOVAL

Once your surgeon creates a surgical map, a robotic-assisted system follows the surgical plan and removes the targeted prostate tissue using a heat-free water jet. This advanced technology helps ensure precise, consistent and predictable tissue removal. When required, your surgeon may use minimal cautery following an Aquablation therapy procedure to control bleeding.

What to expect after Aquablation therapy

You will wake up with a catheter following Aquablation therapy, which allows you to urinate while your urethra heals. The procedure may involve an overnight stay in the hospital. The benefit with Aquablation therapy is that most patients end up leaving the hospital without a catheter. Once you are home, you may notice for several weeks a mild burning sensation and a sudden and intense need to urinate that is difficult to hold off. This can be managed with mild pain medication. Patients can resume their normal activities once their doctor approves them.