Rezūm is a highly recommended form of treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), otherwise known as an enlarged prostate. The procedure is unique in that it is non-surgical. With Rezūm, patients find an effective treatment for their enlarged prostate without having to undergo any type of surgery whatsoever.

The Rezūm procedure is FDA-approved and uses the natural energy stored in water vapor to treat the excess prostate tissue causing BPH. 

This minimally invasive approach offers several advantages over traditional surgical methods. Benefits include:

• Simple outpatient procedure
• Fast and efficient (takes 10 seconds!)
• Minimal downtime
• Does not require general anesthesia 
• Safe alternative to BPH medications 
• Preserves sexual function
• Long-lasting symptom relief
• No permanent implants required 

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, or BPH, is a condition in which the prostate enlarges as men get older. BPH is so common that more than 70% of men ages 60 and over have symptoms. While BPH is a benign condition and unrelated to prostate cancer, it can negatively affect a man’s quality of life.

The prostate is a male reproductive gland that’s about the size of a walnut. It produces the fluid for semen. The prostate surrounds the urethra, which is the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body. As the prostate enlarges with BPH, it presses on and blocks the urethra, causing bothersome urinary symptoms and pain.

Prostate gland enlargement varies in severity but tends to gradually worsen over time if left untreated.

Symptoms of BPH include:

• Weak urine stream
• Difficulty starting urination
• Stopping and starting while urinating
• Dribbling at the end of urination
• Frequent or urgent need to urinate
• Increased frequency of urination at night (nocturia)
• Straining while urinating
• Not being able to completely empty the bladder
• Urinary tract infections
• Formation of stones in the bladder
• Reduced kidney function

Many individuals notice BPH symptoms. If you don’t, your physician may find prostate enlargement by performing a digital rectal examination (DRE) or during other urological checkups. If you’ve been diagnosed with BPH or have symptoms of an enlarged prostate, schedule an appointment with Z Urology today.

The Rezūm procedure for BPH involves several steps, which your urologist will carefully tailor to your specific condition and level of comfort. Usually, the process involves the following.

1. A small device is inserted through the urethra to reach the prostate.
2. Controlled doses of sterile water vapor are injected into the enlarged prostate tissue.
3. The vapor rapidly condenses, releasing stored thermal energy.
4. This energy damages the cells causing obstruction.
5. Over time, your body naturally removes the treated tissue, reducing the prostate’s size.
6. The entire procedure typically takes less than 15 minutes and can be performed under local anesthesia in our office.

It's important to note that Rezūm is not a treatment for prostate cancer. If you're experiencing symptoms of BPH or are concerned about prostate cancer, our experts at Z Urology can help determine the most appropriate treatment plan for you.

Because Rezūm is a non-surgical treatment, it’s one of the safest options out there for treating BPH. Unlike invasive surgical options, Rezūm doesn’t involve general anesthesia or open surgery.

If you have an enlarged prostate, talk with a urologist to determine the best treatment plan for you. Typically, BPH does not have to involve invasive surgery.