SPRINGFIELD, Ore. - The McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center is introducing a groundbreaking therapy for men suffering from an enlarged prostate.
Aquablation therapy employs robotics and artificial intelligence to address benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH. Medical experts highlight that this innovative therapy offers a less invasive and more effective option for millions of Americans dealing with this condition.
"It's really a step above the other procedures we've had in the past because for one it is very quick, in about 10 minutes it can open up a very nice big channel in the prostate," said Brenton Sherwood, MD, urologist at the Oregon Urology Institute. "And they spend another 20 or 30 minutes making sure everything looks good on the inside."
Portland is currently the only other location in Oregon providing this therapy. Without treatment, BPH can lead to severe health issues, including permanent bladder and kidney damage.
More information on aquablation therapy can be found online.
