Is rezūm therapy FDA approved?
There are no reports of new erectile dysfunction as a result of Rezūm treatment. Based on data from the Rezūm pivotal study, US FDA approved clinical study, ejaculatory function was preserved; however, men with BPH are at higher risk for other potential urinary/ejaculatory challenges and there is a possibility that an underlying condition may surface following treatment with the …
Is Rezum the new treatment option for BPH?
It is indicated for men ≥ 50 years of age with a prostate volume 30cm3 ≤ 80cm3. The Rezūm System is also indicated for treatment of prostate with hyperplasia of the central zone and/or a median lobe. Potential risks include but are not limited to painful urination (dysuria), blood in the urine (hematuria), blood in the semen (hematospermia ...
What is the Rezum ® system?
Nov 02, 2017 · The Rezum treatment for BPH, or an enlarged prostate, is the first of its kind. Using water vapor therapy, this minimally invasive procedure has shown to significantly reduce the symptoms of BPH. In late 2015, the FDA approved Rezum as a treatment for BPH. Urology San Antonio had the first doctor in the United States certified to perform Rezum therapy, and is …
What are the benefits of Rezum treatment?
Rezum™ Water Vapor Therapy ... Roehrborn C. Five year results of the prospective, randomized controlled trial of water vapor thermal therapy for treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia. Late-Breaking Abstract. J Urol. 2020 Apr;203(4):e1021. 2. Foster HE, Barry MJ, Dahm P, et al. Surgical management of ...
What is BPH?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is an enlargement of the prostate gland affecting about 50% of men by age 60, and up to 90% of men by age 85. 1 This enlargement can compress the urethra, reducing the flow of urine from the bladder, and sometimes blocking it entirely. The symptoms of BPH include:
What is Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy?
Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy is a minimally invasive procedure that uses the natural energy stored in a few drops of water to treat the excess prostate tissue causing BPH symptoms. So, you can get back in the game quickly. No need to be in the hospital. And no need to continue taking costly BPH medications.
Who may benefit from Rezūm Therapy?
Clinical studies show that many men living with BPH experience symptom relief with Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy. 2 Rezūm Therapy is indicated for men ≥ 50 years of age with a prostate volume 30cm 3 ≤ 80cm 3.
Is Rezūm Therapy right for me?
The best way to find out is by talking with your doctor to determine if Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy is a good treatment for you based on your symptoms and treatment goals. Start by taking our BPH Quiz. Then bring a printout of the results with you to your appointment.
How much does Rezūm Therapy cost?
Cost depends on your insurance company and your benefit package. While more and more plans cover Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy, it’s always a good idea to discuss any deductibles or out-of-pocket costs with your doctor’s office up front. However, there is no guarantee of insurance coverage for a particular procedure or product.
Do I have to go to the hospital for Rezūm Therapy?
Since Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy is a minimally invasive procedure, it can be performed in a doctor’s office, clinic or other outpatient setting. 3
How painful is it? Will I need to be sedated?
Most patients report relatively minor discomfort during the procedure. **2 Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy can be performed under oral sedation or local anesthesia and doesn’t require general anesthesia. 3 Your urologist will discuss your options for maximizing your comfort during the procedure.
Do you have BPH?
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When was Rezum approved?
In late 2015, the FDA approved Rezum as a treatment for BPH. Urology San Antonio had the first doctor in the United States certified to perform Rezum therapy, and is currently one of only a few sites in the nation equipped treat BPH using Rezum.
How does BPH work?
It works by delivering very small amounts of steam to the enlarged prostate. This process damages the cells causing obstruction, thus reducing the overall size of the prostate and the symptoms associated with BPH such as: 1 A weak urine stream 2 Trouble starting the flow of urine 3 Starting and stopping again when urinating 4 Not emptying your bladder completely 5 Urinating more often, especially at night 6 Sudden urges to urinate 7 Leaking or dribbling after you urinate 8 Straining to urinate
When was Rezum approved?
Rezum has undergone rigorous studies and was approved by the FDA in 2015 for the treatment of the enlarged prostate. University Urology Associates is the first location in Canada where Rezum is available and now the first Designated Centre of Excellence outside of the USA.
What is a rezum?
Rezum is a minimally-invasive alternative to pharmaceutical treatment and more invasive surgeries like the TURP procedure that are frequently prescribed for BPH. The Rezum treatment allows men to go off or avoid medications altogether.
How does Rezum work?
Rezum uses radiofrequency to heat water into vapor (steam), which is then injected directly into prostate. Vapor turns into water on contact with the prostate tissue, creating controlled damage to the cells that cause obstruction, discomfort, and symptoms associated with BPH.
What is Rezūm?
Rezūm is a minimally-invasive alternative to pharmaceutical treatment and more invasive surgeries like the TURP procedure that are frequently prescribed for BPH. The Rezūm treatment allows men to go off or avoid medications altogether.
How does it work?
Rezūm uses radiofrequency to heat water into vapor (steam), which is then injected directly into prostate. Vapor turns into water on contact with the prostate tissue, creating controlled damage to the cells that cause obstruction, discomfort, and symptoms associated with BPH.
Why get Rezūm at UUA in Toronto
We were the first clinic in Canada to offer Rezūm and have successfully completed the most Rezūm cases in Canada.
Dr. Dean Elterman
Dr. Dean S. Elterman completed his medical degree followed by residency in urologic surgery at the University of Toronto. He became a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in 2011.
Dr. Sidney Radomski
Dr. Radomski graduated from the University of Toronto, Faculty of Medicine and completed his Urology training at the University of Toronto. He became a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1989. He spent one year at Sunnybrook Health Science Centre in Toronto studying genitourinary prosthesis and reconstruction.
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On August 27, 2015, the FDA cleared for marketing the Rezum ® System to relieve lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This procedure involves the transurethral injection of steam into the prostate.
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