Aquablation therapy
Aquablation therapy
Aquablation therapy (pronounced: ah-kwuh-blay-shun ther-uh-pee) is a novel, minimally invasive surgical procedure used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Etymology
The term 'Aquablation therapy' is derived from the Latin word 'aqua' meaning water, and the English word 'ablation', which refers to the removal of material from the surface of an object by vaporization, chipping, or other erosive processes. In this context, it refers to the use of a waterjet to remove prostate tissue.
Procedure
Aquablation therapy involves the use of a robotically controlled waterjet to remove excess prostate tissue. The procedure is guided by real-time ultrasound imaging, which allows the surgeon to precisely target the areas of the prostate that need to be treated. This minimizes damage to surrounding tissues and reduces the risk of side effects.
Advantages
Compared to traditional surgical methods for treating BPH, Aquablation therapy offers several advantages. It is less invasive, has a shorter recovery time, and is less likely to cause sexual side effects. Furthermore, because the procedure is robotically controlled, it eliminates the potential for human error.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Aquablation therapy
- Wikipedia's article - Aquablation therapy
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