Patient Experience with Aquablation Therapy at The Urology Place
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- Опубликовано: 3 май 2022
- BPH is a common issue that occurs in one third of men older than 50 years old. This affects over 40 million men in the United States alone. Aquablation is an advanced, minimally invasive treatment that uses the power of water delivered with robotic precision to provide long-lasting BPH relief without compromise. Dr Naveen Kella recently performed this procedure on one of our patients and the outcome has been fantastic!
If you believe you may qualify as a candidate for this procedure please contact our office via text message or phone call at 210-617-3670. You can also email us at messages@theupi.com for more information.
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I had aquablation done in Gilbert AZ (near Phoenix) after suffering with BPH and extreme difficulty with frequency and urgency of urination. I was in the hospital overnight, and then had a catheter in for about a week (that was since I had to fly back to the Northwest). I had quite a bit of lower back pain for a few days, but nothing Tylenol couldn't handle. Once back in the Northwest, I removed the catheter myself. I was still dripping some blood and wore a sort of Depends (absorbent underpants -- they really were not bulky or uncomfortable) for a week or so -- mainly because I didn't want to drip any blood onto my clothes, bed sheets, etc. No incontinence, no erectile dysfunction, by the way.
When I peed after the surgery, as expected, the urine was bloody-looking (usually a little darker than watermelon juice) -- even a tiny bit of blood can make urine look quite red. It's easy to think there's a lot of blood when it's probably just a drop or two. I drank lots of liquids to keep the fluids moving, by the way. Also, during the first three weeks post-op I did pass some very small clots, but not many and nothing painful. That's a normal consequence that is part of the healing.
By about four weeks out, all was normal -- and I could pee like I hadn't been able to since I was a younger man (I was 72 when I had the aquablation). It only takes a second or two to start a strong flow, and not many seconds to fully and easily empty the bladder. Instead of getting up 2-3 times a night to pee, with each effort taking 10-20 minutes, I now get up maybe once (or not at all) and going to the bathroom takes less than a minute, including washing my hands.
Overall, the procedure and recuperation were not a big deal, and the outcome was awesome -- a real improvement in quality of life. Also, it resulted in my staying much better hydrated all the time. Before the surgery, I tried to avoid drinking too much liquid if was out and about because the urgency/frequency demand would have me always looking for nearby restrooms. That concern is no longer the case.
My one piece of advice would be, as with all medical issues, (a) understand the diagnosis; (b) understand how aquablation works and its pros and cons; and (c) shop around until you find the doctor who fits your needs (my own needs were competence and past results -- I don't care all that much if a doc has a touchy-feely bedside manner or looks like me or whatever -- just want a man or woman with the skills to do a good job).
What about "watch and wait"? That's an individual decision that very much depends on the nature of one's BPH and any urinary tract issues. But one thing I learned that says "don't watch and wait too long" is that the prostate will continue to grow and it can eventually damage the bladder and possibly other adjacent organs and tissues. (Ironically, there are only three things that continue to grow throughout a man's life, and no, the male organ is not one of them. They are nose, ears, and prostate.)
does the operation with aquabeam preserve all the functions? to what extent? Furthermore, does it make it more difficult later to ascertain any prostate cancer that may have occurred or not? I also heard that the aquabeam procedure makes radiotherapy unfeasible.
How about retrograde ejaculation did you experience that after surgery ?
I tried a prostate artery embolization "PAE" nine weeks ago with zero results,. Prostate was at 120. Will be doing the Aquablation June 13th. This video very comforting. Thanks.
Can you provide the results here? I’ve just found out about this procedure from a friend who had it done and I’m considering the procedure myself. Best of luck and thanks.
@@jimsjacob it was a great success. I had the catheter in for a few days, but fine after that. Still get up at night a few times though.
I had a two night stay in hospital.
I had blood in urine for close to three weeks after procedure so don't worry if you experience the same.
I'm 75 and was concerned about sex after that, but that part is still working just fine. Best news for sure.
Prior to the procedure I had a permanent catheter in for months.
Good luck and success to you.
@@48Allie Thank you for sharing and all the best to you as well.
Hello heroes!
Please tell us how many catheters must be placed during Aqua Beam surgery?
I heard that it is mandatory to have two urinary catheters, one in the abdomen through the bladder and one catheter through the bladder.
Can only one catheter indications 3-way be used during Aqua Beam surgery?
BEAUTIFUL, IM GETTING THIS SOON , APTTMH.BELIEVE THAT SHALAWAM..
Please keeps us inform. I want to get the procedure done
@@junitolopez3762 did it in June, the 1st week pain evertime i went to pee for a week after that , I sleep good but I still pee alot. Still monitoring it with doctors.
I'm 60. Had aquablation 11 days ago. No pain in hospital, good drugs. Felt fine after catheter removal but last 3 days have had considerable pain/burning when peeing, getting up several times a night. Dr. says drink lots of water and alternate ibuprofen and acetominophen.
Not a place for medical advice, but you may want to check with the doctor to make sure you don't have a urine infection. Good luck!
@@uroTV That's so true. When I had the cystoscopy, which was done before figuring out what procedure we would use, I got a roaring UTI that got me back to the hospital where I got antibiotics and had to wear a catheter for 4 days. Next, I will have the acquablation procedure next month.
does the operation with aquabeam preserve all the functions? to what extent? Furthermore, does it make it more difficult later to ascertain any prostate cancer that may have occurred or not? I also heard that the aquabeam procedure makes radiotherapy unfeasible.
Was bleeding an issue with the procedure? How long did recovery take? How long did the procedure take ? Were you under general anesthesia ?
At this point, we typically keep patients overnight. Recovery is fast. The entire procedure takes about 30-40 minutes under general anesthesia.
@@uroTV thanks!!
My understanding is that aquablation has more bleeding because it does not, like some other procedures, use heat to cauterize blood vessels. I had some bleeding but nothing that was an issue and for three weeks or so after the surgery my urine had a bloody color. Full recovery to normal peeing that was free of any trace of blood was several weeks, but I was up and about (wearing a catheter) the day after the surgery and was on a long plane flight about three days after the surgery. How long was the procedure? That depends on how you measure. The procedure itself (the aquablation) was a bit over an hour, but there is set up and post-op recovery. Yes, I was under general anesthesia. Some places may just use a spinal block but I would prefer being out -- don't want to hear what they are talking about and doing. 🙂
@@UniverseSinking2011 ..Thanks for the great information!!!
Does this procedure ablate the urethra that traverses the prostate?
How does this procedure compare to PAE as far as recovery, urinary function, incontinence, etc.?
I am considering the Aquablation. Do you homework. But I believe the answer to your question is YES.
@@mrgcav Thanks.
Beware of this procedure! I had a PAE procedure at Alate Health in Houston done by Dr. Doe over a year ago. It was a complete FAIL! No improvement to date (8/19/22) All I got out of that procedure was a lot of discomfort and an ambulance ride to the hospital with a blood clot in my very swollen leg! Spent 2 days in the hospital. Dr. John Henry Fischer fixed the blood clot
I had PAE done last year by Dr. Sandeep Bagla in Virginia. It didn't work at all for me
No two different procedures
No discomfort? Sorry in my opinion this is not the whole truth.
Why? I’m into one week and two days after the procedure, still having pain, still see no signs of changes.. and the sensation of wanting to urinate comes and goes with some days staying for hours even after urinating.
Had aquabilation 4 weeks ago, still feels like peeing razor blades, getting up to pee 5-6 times a night, lost control a few times, gotta pee every half hour,,,,,,,,,,,,,,shit !
@@user-xq1fx8cw9ohe should have given you urogesic blue for the stinging. You can get something over the counter called AZO which is similar. Highly recommended