What are my treatment options after Rezum?
Other treatment options after REZUM include traditional TURP, bipolar TURP, Plasma button TURP, various laser ablation procedures such as Greenlight Laser, HOLAP/HOLEP – Holmium laser procedures). The actual choice of the procedure after REZUM is determined by the size and anatomy of the prostate as well as patient preferences.
Can Rezum be repeated?
While repeating REZUM is an option, typically repeating the same procedure will not lead to dramatically improved results. If REZUM failed to deliver once, it is typically a sign that it is unlikely to perform dramatically better if repeated.
Do I need to be in the hospital for rezūm?
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.
What are the side effects of Rezum procedure?
A small amount of blood in semen or ejaculate can be present for up to 3 months after REZUM procedure. Burning with ejaculation can occur in the first few months after the procedure and typically resolves over time.
How do you prepare for a Rezum?
Rezum can improve frequency, hesitant stream, urgency, straining and night time frequency. How do I prepare for Rezum? You will get a prescription to take an antibiotic for a few days, starting the day before the procedure. You need to get off blood thinners like aspirin or coumadin one week prior.
Can you take ibuprofen after Rezum?
You have been given a prescription for narcotic pain medication, which can be taken as needed. Do not take aspirin, ibuprofen, Aleve, or any other NSAID medication for 3 days.
How long does it take for the prostate to heal after Rezum procedure?
After the Rezum procedure, the body creates an inflammatory response, which takes two to four months to completely resolve. Initially, there will be swelling in the prostate, which can cause restriction of flow and cause more difficulty and frequency of urination. Symptoms will get worse before they get better.
How painful is Rezum procedure?
There is no pain from the procedure, either immediately afterwards or in the days that followed. I wore a catheter for seven days and that is the aspect you have to be prepared for.
How many years does Rezum last?
Rezūm™ Water Vapor Therapy is now the only in‐office BPH therapy with proven prostate volume reduction and long-term durability out to 5 years while preserving sexual function.
Can I drink coffee after Rezum?
Drink some extra fluids (water preferred) for the first few days following the procedure. Avoid alcohol and caffeine until your irritative symptoms have resolved.
Why does Rezum fail?
Sometimes the reason may be simply inadequate treatment but other times symptoms may be caused by a different problem such as the overactive bladder, bladder stones, bladder cancer, or urethral stricture.
What are the side effects of Rezum water vapor therapy?
Potential risks associated with Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy include, but are not limited to:painful or frequent urination.blood in the urine or semen.decrease in ejaculatory volume.urinary tract infection (UTI)inability to urinate or completely empty the bladder.urgent need to urinate.inability to ejaculate.More items...
Which is better TURP or Rezum?
Rezum has many advantages over medical treatment or TURP, including lower rates of sexual dysfunction or bleeding. Rezum water vapor thermal therapy is approved for treating LUTS in patients with BPH, particularly in prostates less than 80cc. It has the advantage of preserving sexual function, compared to TURP.
What is the success rate of Rezum?
Both tests have demonstrated the Rezum system to be successful at producing necrosis in targeted cell tissue while preserving non-treated tissue around the area, as the thermal energy is contained within the zonal boundaries of the prostate. Mean reduction of total prostate volume at 6 months post procedure was 28.9%.
How long do you need a catheter after Rezūm procedure?
Once the Rezūm procedure is over, the doctor will place a catheter to help drain your urine. Given your prostate tissue will become swollen initially, you will need a catheter for at least 3-14 days.
Does Rezum work for men?
REZUM is an effective procedure that offers numerous advantages to many men with an enlarged prostate. It works for many men but not for all men. The success of treatment depends on patient characteristics including the severity of symptoms, size of the prostate, and severity of blockage caused by an enlarged prostate.
Can you repeat a rezum?
While repeating REZUM is an option, typically repeating the same procedure will not lead to dramatically improved results. If REZUM failed to deliver once, it is typically a sign that it is unlikely to perform dramatically better if repeated.
Does a rezum procedure help with enlarged prostate?
Surgical Treatment Options for Enlarged Prostate if REZUM procedure does not help. Surgical treatment options typically provide the most relief of symptoms. While open or robotic suprapubic prostatectomy typically provides the best improvement of symptoms, it is a more invasive procedure with a longer recovery.
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.
Risk Information
Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy is a treatment for men 50 years or older to reduce prostate tissue and relieve urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate, or BPH.
Potential Benefits
Clinical studies show that many men living with BPH experience symptom relief with Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy. 1 It’s an option for those who’ve given up on watchful waiting and lifestyle changes, men who’ve stopped or don't want to start taking BPH medications, or men not interested in other minimally invasive or surgical BPH procedures.
What is Rezum thermal therapy?
With the use of a hand-held device, Rezum will deliver a radiofrequency “generated thermal therapy” in a water vapor form, to the direct site of additional prostate tissue.
How long does it take for a patient to feel better after a syringe?
The improvement from symptoms after the procedure is usually gradual. During clinic studies, noticeable improvements from symptoms were recognized within a period of 2 weeks. However the response to this treatment usually varies from one patient to the next.
Is rezum safe for prostate?
The Potential Side Effects Associated With Rezum. Rezum is an effective and safe treatment that is minimally invasive. It is designed to decrease additional prostate tissue that causes some of the issues that men experience with BPH.
Is Rezum good for all patients?
Although a variety of patients have already benefited from Rezum, the results can vary. This treatment is not suitable for all patients. You will need to discuss with your physician in order to determine whether this procedure is suitable for your condition.
Is Rezum invasive?
Regarded as a minimally invasive procedure, Rezum has gone onto demonstrate less side effects when compared to the types typically experienced with the BPH surgical procedures. However, just like any of the other interventional procedures, one or more of these side effects maybe temporarily experienced: • Frequent urination.
How Soon Can I Return to Work after Rezum Procedure?
Most men are able to return to usual activities the next day after the procedure if they do office-type work. Men who are physically active (climbing ladders, biking, walking extensively up and downstairs) may need to take a few days off if the catheter is interfering with the usual activities until the catheter is removed.
When Can I Have Sex after Rezum Surgery for Enlarged Prostate?
At New York Urology Specialists, we advise our patients to refrain from sexual activity for 2 weeks after the procedure or catheter removal to allow the tissue to heal. A small amount of blood in semen or ejaculate can be present for up to 3 months after the REZUM procedure.
How Long Do I Need to Use a Catheter after Rezum Procedure for BPH?
Most patients go home with a catheter for 3-5 days after the procedure. The decision of whether or not the patient requires a catheter is related to the size of the prostate, presence, or absence of median lobe, and pre-procedure post-void residual volume after urination.
Where to Get REZUM Water Vapor Therapy for Enlarged Prostate in NYC?
At New York Urology Specialists, we offer same-day treatment for urinary problems and enlarged prostate men.
Scheduling Appointments for REZUM Procedure at New York Urology Specialists
If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation, please contact us or call/text: 1-646-663-4044.
Urinary Problems Are Treatable in Nearly Every Man and Woman
At New York Urology Specialists, our urologists are specially trained in the evaluation and treatment of urinary problems caused by enlarged prostate and BPH in men.
How long should I walk after a syringe surgery?
The day after the surgery and for the first week. You can walk, but go gradually by alternating periods of activity of 15-30 minutes with periods of rest. Avoid lifting heavy objects (more than 10 kg) for ONE week. Avoid intense exercise or physical activity for ONE week.
How long should I wait to drink water after a sex?
Avoid intense exercise or physical activity for ONE week. Avoid having sex for ONE week. Drink plenty of water to allow small clots to drain well from the bladder and have clear urine; about 8 ounces (0.3 kg) every 2 hours during the day and stop 2-3 hours before bedtime.