Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy
Treat your BPH without surgery, drugs
and their side effects.
Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy is a non-surgical treatment that uses the natural energy stored in water vapor, or steam, to remove excess prostate tissue that is pressing on the urethra.
Rezūm Therapy is typically performed right in your urologist’s office, or at an outpatient surgery facility and completed in one short appointment.
Minimally-Invasive BPH Treatment
Rezūm is a minimally invasive technology that utilizes the thermal energy in water vapor to shrink the excess tissue of the prostate that presses on the urethra and causes a variety of urinary problems. Such problems often include symptoms and conditions that include:
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Urinary incontinence
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Frequent urge to urinate
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A weak stream of urine
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Obstructed urinary outflow
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Rezum Water Vapor Therapy procedure performed?
Rezūm Therapy can be performed in a short visit at Dr. Hatchett’s office, a clinic, or another outpatient setting.
Is Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy covered by insurance?
Rezūm Therapy is considered a covered benefit by Medicare and most private insurances. Patients should verify their benefits with their provider in advance of the scheduled procedure.
How quickly do patients experience symptom relief?
Clinical studies show that most men experience symptom relief as soon as two weeks after treatment with Rezūm Therapy, and maximum benefit may occur within three months.² As with any procedure, patient responses can vary.
How soon can patients return to regular activities?
Clinical studies show that following treatment with Rezūm Therapy, most men return to regular activities within a few days. Dr. Hatchett will make personal recommendations on resuming activity.
Why choose Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy?
Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy treats the source of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) – your enlarged prostate. This short, in-office procedure uses the natural energy stored in a few drops of water to shrink the prostate. So urine can flow freely. There are no incisions, no general anesthesia, and most patients return to regular activities within a few days.* And, it preserves sexual function.
No more BPH medication and their side effects
Better symptom relief than reported for medications. Risk profile better than reported for surgical procedures, such as TURP
Proven Alternative to Drug Therapy
About 50% of men surveyed are dissatisfied with their BPH medication–34% experienced unpleasant side effects. Urologist satisfaction with medication therapy for BPH has declined significantly in the last two years
Rapid Symptom Relief and Recovery
Most patients begin to experience symptom relief in as soon as two weeks, and maximum benefit may occur within three months
Improves Quality of Life
Symptoms of BPH can cause interrupted sleep, loss of productivity, and depression—all of which can decrease quality of life. The goal of Rezum is to relieve symptoms so you can get back to your life and daily activities.
Preserves Sexual Function
Preserves and possibly improves sexual function. The procedure is shown not to cause new and lasting sexual dysfunction
Gain Lasting Relief in 3 Steps
1. Before Your Procedure
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Your doctor may stop anticoagulants (blood thinners) a few days to a week prior to your procedure.
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Antibiotics may be prescribed.
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Your doctor will discuss any pain medications that will be used.
2. Procedure Day
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The actual procedure takes only minutes; however, plan on spending approximately two hours for the entire appointment.
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You will receive pain medication prescribed by your doctor for the procedure.
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Plan to have a driver for your appointment, unless your doctor tells you that you can drive yourself home.
3. Resume Your Life
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After your procedure, continue oral antibiotics as prescribed by your doctor.
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Your doctor may recommend a catheter for a few days to ease urination during healing.
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Avoid activities that may irritate your prostate. Consult your doctor for specific recommendations.
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If you experience discomfort:
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Take a mild pain medication, as recommended by your doctor.
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Try a warm bath or sitting on a hot water bottle.
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Consider temporarily removing caffeine, chocolate and alcohol from your diet.
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Within a few days, you will most likely be able to resume normal activities* and most patients will experience noticeable symptom improvement in as soon as two weeks.2
How Does Dr. Hatchett Decide Which Treatment Option To Choose?
There are two diagnostic procedures that will give him the answers he needs to select which BPH treatment option will be best for you:
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Flexible Cystoscopy
This diagnostic is designed to look down the urethra and into the bladder. This also will give Dr. Hatchett visualization of the anatomy of the prostate and the bladder. -
Transrectal Prostate Ultrasound
This is designed to measure the total volume and size of the prostate.
After performing these two diagnostic procedures, Dr. Hatchett will meet you in the Same-Day Surgery area in order to discuss which treatment option is the best for your particular prostate anatomy.
