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MarinHealth Medical Center Surgeons Perform New AI-Powered Aquablation Procedure for the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

MarinHealth Medical Center Surgeons Perform New AI-Powered Aquablation Procedure for the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Jennifer Churchill, media@mymarinhealth.org, 415-521-0612

MarinHealth Medical Center (MHMC) announced today that its surgeons have performed the first Aquablation procedures to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). MarinHealth is among the few medical centers in the country that have obtained the most advanced version of this AI-enabled, minimally-invasive robotic technology.

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The Aquablation HYDROS robotic system used by surgeons at MarinHealth Medical Center (MHMC) to perform the first Aquablation procedures to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). MarinHealth is among the few medical centers in the country that have obtained the most advanced version of this AI-enabled, minimally invasive robotic technology. (Photo: Business Wire)

The Aquablation HYDROS robotic system used by surgeons at MarinHealth Medical Center (MHMC) to perform the first Aquablation procedures to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). MarinHealth is among the few medical centers in the country that have obtained the most advanced version of this AI-enabled, minimally invasive robotic technology. (Photo: Business Wire)

Aquablation combines high-definition ultrasound imaging and a precise high-pressure water jet controlled by AI-powered robotic technology to precisely remove prostate tissue. The procedure enables the urologist to tailor the treatment to the patient's specific anatomy, achieving optimal, durable surgical outcomes similar to those of more invasive procedures. Aquablation has been performed effectively and safely for men with prostate volumes too large for other minimally invasive procedures. In trials involving thousands of men with BPH symptoms, Aquablation has been shown to preserve all aspects of sexual function more effectively than previous technologies.

Aquablation therapy is specifically designed to treat BPH, providing relief from symptoms such as urinary urgency, frequent urination, and weak urine flow. It offers a less-invasive alternative to traditional surgical treatments, promising a better quality of life for those suffering from this condition. Patients often experience rapid symptom relief and a substantial improvement in their overall quality of life. The procedure's precision reduces the risk of complications, making it an optimal choice for individuals seeking treatment for BPH.

“The remarkable technology empowers urologists to leverage our surgical skills and experience with a combination of state-of-the-art ultrasound imaging and extremely rapid, precise tissue removal,” commented Patrick Bennett, MD. “Aquablation is a uniquely powerful tool, enabling us to provide a proven safe and effective treatment to a broad range of men bothered by urinary symptoms or medical complications related to BPH.”

The MarinHealth Urology team treats patients at four locations throughout Northern California, including Greenbrae, Novato, Napa, and Petaluma. To learn more about this innovative solution, go to MyMarinHealth.org/Aquablation.

This advanced AI-enabled technology was made possible by philanthropy from the MarinHealth Foundation and its generous donors.

About MarinHealth

MarinHealth is an integrated healthcare enterprise with deep roots in the North Bay. With a world-class physician and clinical team, an ever-expanding network of clinics, and a new state-of-the-art hospital, MarinHealth stops at nothing to help patients achieve their best health. MarinHealth is comprised of MarinHealth Medical Center, a 327-bed hospital located in the heart of Marin since 1952, the MarinHealth Medical Network with 60+ primary care and specialty clinics located in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties, and the MarinHealth Foundation. A long-time partnership with UCSF Health expands MarinHealth’s world-class capabilities and its portfolio of services to serve more of our North Bay community in new and better ways. For more information, visit MyMarinHealth.org.