Rezum (Water Vapor Therapy) is an innovative treatment for enlarged prostate using high-temperature steam, another option for treatment without surgery and medication.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition where the prostate gland enlarges abnormally, compressing the urethra. It is commonly found in middle-aged and older men. Symptoms of the condition include:
- Difficulty urinating
- Incomplete urination
- Frequent urination at night
Diagnosis can be made through medical history, blood tests, urine tests, uroflowmetry, prostate ultrasound, and digital rectal examination.
Choose the right option that suits you
Treatment options include behavioral modification, medication, and surgery, which includes transurethral resection, laser surgery, and open surgery. Each treatment has its advantages and suitability depending on the individual, and the doctor will decide the most appropriate method for each patient.
Moreover, with advances in medical technology, treatment for enlarged prostate is no longer limited to the above methods. There is now another option that does not require surgery or medication, which is Rezum (Water Vapor Therapy), using high-temperature steam to reduce the size of the prostate gland.
Rezum treatment involves inserting a scope and instruments through the urethra to reach the prostate and injecting steam heated to 103 degrees Celsius into the prostate about 6-10 times, each injection lasting no more than 10 seconds. The procedure typically takes about 15 minutes. After treatment, a urinary catheter is placed for about one week to prevent the patient from urinating independently, which helps reduce swelling faster.
Rezum’s high-temperature steam causes apoptosis of the cells blocking the urinary tract, causing the prostate to shrink, allowing the patient to urinate normally again. This method effectively addresses the root cause of enlarged prostate.
…Who is suitable for Rezum treatment and what are its benefits…
Indications for treating enlarged prostate with Rezum
- Doctor has diagnosed prostate size not exceeding 80 grams
- Medication treatment is ineffective or causes side effects
- Contraindications for surgical treatment
- No bladder infection
- No penile implant
Advantages of Rezum treatment
- Short treatment time, outpatient procedure, no hospital stay required
- No surgery, no general anesthesia, no implanted devices
- Prostate size significantly reduced within 2 weeks after treatment
- No impact on sexual function
- No need for retreatment within 5 years
- Return to daily activities within 2 weeks
Using Rezum high-temperature steam to treat enlarged prostate can be considered an excellent treatment option that meets the needs of people today. A reminder to all men to regularly monitor any abnormalities in urination. If you notice any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor promptly and most importantly, “don’t be embarrassed” because your health is the most important thing.
