Plasma vaporization for BPH

Plasma vaporization is a minimally invasive surgical option for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia and removing prostate tissue that prevents urine flow. Plasma vaporization gently removes prostate tissue through the use of low-temperature plasma energy.

• Cases suffering from advanced prostatic hyperplasia, in which the volume of the prostate exceeds 80 grams.

 • Patients using anticoagulants may not benefit from the other therapeutic ways.

• Plasma vaporization works by gently vaporizing the enlarged prostate tissue, using effective plasma energy through a small button-shaped electrode placed in a small endoscope.

• Using low voltage energy, a plasma field envelops the button to vaporize the prostate tissue in contact with that field.

• The surgeon uses a unique technique, where the field of plasma energy radiation is focused on the prostate tissue, to vaporize the cells without actual contact with the tissue, but rather by approaching the endoscope only to the surface of the prostate.

• This advanced button not only vaporizes the enlarged tissue but also tightens and seals all the veins and arteries feeding the prostate, leaving a smooth surface and preventing bleeding. It also guarantees a rapid recovery after vaporization, making it the best choice for those taking blood-thinning medications.

• Effectiveness and high success rates in treating advanced stages of prostate enlargement.

• Providing the maximum degree of safety, as the lack of direct contact with the endoscope allows the absence of complications due to the unaffectedness of the adjacent normal tissues.

• The incidence of urinary incontinence or erection problem is reduced and almost non-existent after the procedure because the energy does not spread more than 5 cm. Therefore, the muscles responsible for erection around the prostate are not affected.

• Appropriate for people suffering from chronic diseases such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, and blood fluidity problems.

• Significant hemorrhage control during and after the procedure, so the patient does not need a blood transfusion. Less bleeding is due to tight healing of the veins and arteries feeding the prostate.

• Long-lasting results.

• Faster recovery and less pain after surgery than other surgical therapeutic options.

• A short hospitalization period after surgery.

• The short need for catheterization after the procedure, not exceeding 72 hours.

• Rapid return to normal activities.

Like other minimally invasive surgical procedures, there may be some risks associated with the plasma vaporization procedure. Possible side effects may include:

• Hematuria.

• Bladder contractions or an urgent need for urination.

• Frequent urination and burning sensation.

The plasma vaporization technique has many advantages, but this does not mean that this technique is the only treatment for prostate enlargement. Several factors affect Prof. Mahmoud AbdElHakim’s choice of the appropriate treatment method. The most important of these factors are:

• The age and general health status of the patient.

• The nature and severity of the symptoms that the patient complains about.

• The degree of prostate enlargement and its size.

• The results of the physical examination, x-rays, and the necessary analyses.

• The patient's response and the expected outcomes of the treatment.

 

Consult Prof. Dr. Mahmoud AbdElHakim, Professor of Urology, Cairo University, to find out if you are a candidate for plasma vaporization for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia so that you can benefit from its low cost and impressive results and ensure the non-occurrence of impotence problems associated with the other prostate enlargement treatments.