The Aquablation Procedure

For the MAN, not just the prostate

Long-lasting BPH Relief With Low Rates of Irreversible Complications

Aquablation Therapy, an innovative and NICE-approved treatment, offers precise and minimally invasive solutions for addressing BPH symptoms. It represents a cutting-edge approach for individuals struggling with an enlarged prostate (BPH). This state-of-the-art procedure utilises robotic technology and the power of water to provide long-lasting relief from BPH symptoms. Aquablation therapy carries an exceptionally low risk of common side effects typically associated with alternative BPH treatments, such as loss of sexual function and incontinence.

Benefits of Aquablation

1. Low Incidence of Irreversible Complications

Clinical studies have consistently demonstrated that Aquablation therapy outperforms traditional surgical options in terms of preserving continence, ejaculation, and erections. Regardless of prostate size and shape, and it delivers consistent and dependable outcomes.

2. Robotic Precision

Aquablation therapy is the only procedure that harnesses robotic technology to guide a heat-free waterjet for precise tissue removal. This advanced technique minimises the risk of human error, guaranteeing accuracy and predictability. By integrating ultrasound imaging and a cystoscope, surgeons gain real-time visualisation of the entire prostate, enhancing surgical precision and lowering the chances of complications.

3. Long-Term Symptom Relief

Patients who undergo Aquablation therapy can anticipate long-lasting relief from BPH symptoms. Clinical studies have indicated significant improvements persisting for up to five years following the procedure.

The recovery process following Aquablation therapy is designed to prioritise patient comfort. Post-procedure, patients may find themselves with a catheter, which facilitates urination during the healing process. Depending on individual progress, some patients may spend the night in the hospital, while others may be discharged on the same day. One of the notable advantages of Aquablation therapy is that the majority of patients leave the hospital without a catheter. Upon returning home, patients may experience mild burning during urination for several weeks, manageable with mild pain medication. Once granted approval by their doctor, patients can resume their usual activities.

Steps of the Aquablation Procedure

Step 1: Surgical planning

Your surgeon will identify important anatomy that maintains sexual function and continence to create a personalised treatment plan, shown by the blue dotted line. The tissue inside the dotted line will be removed, while the tissue outside will be left in place.

Step 2: Removing the prostate tissue

Once the plan is created, a robotically-controlled, heat-free waterjet removes the prostate tissue. This robotic technology ensures the prostate tissue is removed precisely, consistently, and predictably.

What results can I expect?

Clinical studies have shown that Aquablation therapy offers significant symptom relief and low rates of irreversible complications across prostates of all sizes and shapes.

16 Point IPSS improvement (BPH symptom score)

2X

Improvement in flow of urine

10/10

Men preserved continence

10/10

Men preserved erectile function

9/10

Men preserved ejaculatory function

What to expect after Aquablation therapy

Following your Aquablation therapy procedure, your doctor will provide specific discharge instructions and advise on signs and symptoms that may require further medical attention. If a urinary catheter was placed in your bladder following Aquablation therapy, it will typically be removed within one to two days. However, some patients may require a catheter for a longer time. Your doctor will provide you with specific discharge instructions and information, which you should follow.

In general, the most common side effects reported by patients include:

Temporary “burning” when urinating
Seeing blood and/or tissue debris in the urine for a few weeks after surgery
Urinary symptoms, including force of the stream, hesitancy, or intermittency
Symptoms such as frequency, urgency, and nighttime urinating. These may be “bladder symptoms” and may take longer to improve (sometimes several months)

Most symptoms typically resolve within two to four weeks after Aquablation therapy,8 though individual results may vary.

Usually, you can return to your everyday activities within a short time after the Aquablation therapy procedure. If you have any questions on which activities to resume, ask your doctor.