Aquablation for Enlarged Prostate: Dr. Inderjit Singh Explains All About This BPH Treatment

[@yaneznayu9997]

I had aquablation in Encinitas, CA last November. It had become a standard procedure by then, effective and covered by Medicare. My prostate was 108 grams. I was in the hospital for 24 hours, had the catheter removed 18 hours after discharge. No recovery pain except for irritation from the catheter. I was peeing freely right away. Very minor traces of blood (pink flashes, the nurse called them) in my urine for 3 weeks, after which I resumed biking and running. I could walk unlimited distanced the day I had the catheter removed. I'm 72 and it the whole damn thing was easy peasy. No more Flomax and Cardura. No more getting up several times per night, often not even once.

[@traken8058]

thank you for sharing your experience!

[@sharonpeterson1803]

My husband had this procedure and he had excellent results.

[@KJ-iq9tg]

Same here, great results!

[@garycortesi8406]

@@KJ-iq9tg Thanks for answering so fast. I am 69. Are you close to my age?

[@Chris-uh7nm]

I had Urolift 5 years ago and will have Aquablation in March.

[@sirus312]

@@Chris-uh7nm how did it go?

[@Chris-uh7nm]

@@sirus312 My Aquablation surgery went well. I had no pain, no complications, with sexual function remained intact with no retrograde. Before surgery, my prostrate was 117 ml, and half protruded into the bladder with 6 Urolift implants. I had general and spinal anesthesia. The total ablation time was 8 minutes, with two passes to remove all tissue. After that, the doctor spent more time removing the Urolift implants and prostate tissue. After the surgery, the doctor inserted a catheter into the bladder, and saline water irrigated continuously until the following day. The next morning the catheter was removed, and I could void like a young man. The ultrasound confirmed that my bladder had emptied completely, and I was released in the afternoon. The bleeding stopped after four days. I am so blessed to have found Dr. Ricardo Gonzalez at the Methodist Hospital in Houston. He is not only talented but patient and dedicated. I am 71 and had TUNA and Urolift before Aquablation, and I can't say enough good things about this procedure.

[@westfield90]

Thank you noting the bleeding concern of this procedure. Appreciate honesty

[@33Donner77]

Thank you. I'm 70 and currently feel fine, my prostate cancer is under surveillance, but my urologist recommended Urolift. I've seen patient review surveys that give Urolift a 2 out of 5 - discomfort, some one and two year failures, re-application of Urolift, that fails, then you have all these clamps in you that have to be removed during Aquablation.

[@WilliamMartinez-lm1sk]

Hello. I love Aquablation. I will promote this procedure to all of my friends. Thank you.

[@anthonybridgeman4443]

So this is one of the most updated method and safe for bph.

[@sudipgupta3547]

A sincere and candid description. It shows you take many responsibilities before going for this treatment.

[@jimsherman2477]

This is TURP being done with a water jet in place of a scalpel. It requires one to 2 days in the hospital for continuous irrigation of the bladder. Next day after surgery before removing catheter your badder will be filled. The catheter will be removed and if you can empty your bladder and bleeding is under control you can go home. If not you may stay another night or go home with a catheter. I can’t see where my recovery was any different than if a scalpel had been used but I would still choose Aquablation.

[@rjwickland6557]

There is no scalpel used in a TURP . TURP is an acronym for: trans urethral resection prostate . it is done through the urethra . You can't get a scalpel through the penis .

[@sirus312]

I think you want to be careful cutting with the prostate. Could cause issues such as ED/Sexual function etc. If you don't care about that then I guess heat/scalpel is fine. But most men want to preserve sexual function

[@jp4Flying]

Good explanation. I'm looking forward Dr. Singh doing this procedure.

[@KJ-iq9tg]

I had this procedure done along with the PAE, I’m amazed with my results! Thank you and your awesome team Dr. Singh!

[@kileymdk]

Hello Mr. Jenkins. I am 67 and have BPH. I had PAE done May 25th- so about 4 weeks ago. I still have limited flow and combine self catheterization with urination on my own-without a catheter. Urination on my own requires very hard pushing and does not fully empty the bladder so have to go about every hour. My doctor just suggested combining Aquablation with my PAE. Can you tell me about your PAE/Aqublation experience? Did you have PAE and then wait 12 weeks and then have Aquablation? My doctor suggests that I wait 12 weeks after my PAE before Aquablation. If you decide to share your experience I would great appreciate it.

[@KJ-iq9tg]

I had the PAE performed on a Monday, and then the Aquablation two days later. I’m so glad I had both procedures, my results from the procedures is amazing!

[@kileymdk]

@@KJ-iq9tg Kevin, thank you so much for sharing. Dr Nutting in Denver performed my PAE. It is improving quite a lot and I do not need to cath anymore. May I ask which doctor performed your PAE and which doctor performed the Aquablation?

[@KJ-iq9tg]

@@kileymdk Dr. Singh for my Aqualblation & Dr. Sandeep Bagla for my PAE.

[@comfortablynumbly]

@@KJ-iq9tg May I ask why you had both procedures done?

[@johnstanton8499]

Excellent explanation ,Thanks

[@MediFind]

Glad it was helpful!

[@citizenshipquickly6639]

do you do the rezum treatment too

[@patrickhorrocks4423]

Where does Dr. Singh practice?

[@MediFind]

Hi Patrick - Dr. Singh practices in the Washington DC metro area. You can get in touch with him and his team here: www.medifind.com/doctors/inderjit-singh/18071226

[@2020umakemyday]

How long does it take for a urologist to learn the surgical procedure?

[@33Donner77]

Select a urologist who has done over 100 at least. Don't be the experimental pig.

[@JanErikDackmar]

Ask your urologist if the treatment is carried out in combination with the Schelin catheter. This will make the procedure so much easier for you as a patient!

[@toddwiggins1493]

You'll remove part of the urethra too, but that regrows? And just one side of the prostate or the entire interior? How much is left. With cancer will it remove part of that in the interior.

[@italialibera2102]

I did aquablation in Italy on November 29, 2023. I was discharged from the clinic on December 2, 2023. At the moment everything is progressing: erection and urination seem active. I can't comment on ejaculation until some time passes. The catheter that I have been wearing since the day of surgery and which I will remove tomorrow at the check-up is annoying. in Italy some public hospitals offer aquabeam for free. I did it in a private clinic but the insurance I had paid for it.

[@yastriapriani3021]

Any effects after you did aquablation, is your life activity still same or something different

[@italialibera2102]

@@yastriapriani3021 it's real better

[@bobbender5858]

This was excellent. I only wish Dr. Singh practiced in Newport Beach.

[@MediFind]

Hi Bob - We're glad this was helpful! If you're searching for a doctor with expertise in aquablation closer to home, here are a few doctors you may be interested in contacting: Dr. James Meaglia in Mission Viejo: www.medifind.com/doctors/james-p-meaglia/17799253 Dr. Mihir Desai in LA: www.medifind.com/conditions/aquablation/6372/doctors/mihir-m-desai/11380543 Dr. Garrett Matsunaga in LA: www.medifind.com/doctors/garrett-s-matsunaga/18726664 Dr. Mohamed Bidair in San Diego: www.medifind.com/conditions/aquablation/6372/doctors/mohamed-n-bidair/18580019

[@bobbender5858]

@@MediFind …Thank you very much !! Dr. Meaglia is closest. He put in a Urolift in me about four years ago. I hope that doesn’t complicate things. Thank you again. I wasn’t expecting such a helpful response. Hope you have a great new year.

[@blakemoore666]

I’m in North Carolina, whom can I contact here for aquablation?

[@MediFind]

@@blakemoore666 We'd suggest contacting Dr. Gopal Badlani at Wake Forest (Salem and Salisbury) or Associated Urologists of North Carolina (Raleigh), where both Dr. John Kaspar and Dr. Emil Kheterpal practice.

[@haimkohan9241]

@@MediFind I’m in New York City whom can I contact here for aquablation?

[@mohammedtaleb2021]

Iam 63, I did resection on march 2020, my prostate was 70gms,I had urine problem, my PSA 6,10 Rapport 17%,IRM no tumeur, After 30days my PSA was 1,7 prostate 20gms. Since then no urine problem, good erection with ejaculation, But checking my PSA every 3months, it s up and down, 1.60/4.1/3,7/5.2/4.0

[@mtaur100]

Mohammed Taleb: I recently heard from my primary medical care person that PSA numbers typically goes higher after sex. It takes about 3-4 weeks for the number to go back down to normal. You might try, if possible, to hold off on sex (in all forms) for about 3 or 4 weeks and then see what your PSA number reads. If you try it please post the results for us who are interested. Thanks for sharing your info.

[@comfortablynumbly]

May I ask what is 'Resection'?

[@josephondigi5045]

How much did cost to do this procedure? I am interested. Thanks

[@paulpierron1815]

nice, though no mention of possible post op complication of urine incontinence. what's the incidence of that?

[@zhongjieli1750]

how to compare Aquablation with Holap?

[@lesbrown8099]

Thank you… :):)

[@MediFind]

Our pleasure!

[@nazardin]

Is prolieve procedure better. It's done as an outpatient. under local anaesthetic and takes 45 minutes. You return home without a catheter after 3 to 4 hours. Dr. Inderjit do u do this procedure or recommend it? Thank you for your advice.

[@oyeolajide4303]

Please how do we contact you?

[@MediFind]

Hi there - You can contact Dr. Singh through his professional profiles: www.medifind.com/doctors/inderjit-singh/22041155 potomacurology.com/people/dr-inderjit-singh-m-d/

[@gregphillips24]

Is this procedure available on the NHS,if not how much is this procedure carried out privately.

[@alswearingen323]

Worked very well for me! Highly recommended if you want to keep full sexual function. This is a scalpel where TURP is a tactical nuke.

[@aminmithani1703]

I think the doctor should put his email address so people can contact him and get information about costs because in some places this has to be paid by patients

[@MediFind]

Hey Amin - Thanks for the feedback! The cost of aquablation therapy depends on what country you live in and what type of insurance you have. Pricing here in the US where Dr. Singh is based is quite complicated, and depends on the relationship between the patient's insurance coverage and the practice/hospital performing the procedure. That makes it difficult for anyone (including a doctor) to provide a general estimate of the procedure's cost. We recommend contacting your insurance company (if you have coverage) or if you're self-pay, contacting a doctor who performs aquablation for an out-of-pocket estimate.

[@WilliamMartinez-lm1sk]

Hello, thank you for the information. I love Aquablation Therapy. Do you know if Hospitals in Washington, Maryland, and Virginia, are doing Aquablation Therapy.

[@MediFind]

Hi William - Dr. Singh is actually located in Virginia. You can get in touch with his team here: www.medifind.com/doctors/inderjit-singh/18071226

[@lawrencespeck6777]

I have an upcoming Aquablation in a few weeks.I feel much better about the procedure after viewing this video . I'm 66 I will let you know how it went, Does anyone know what happened to the years 66 snuck up on me ?

[@bobbender5858]

Please let us know how it went. What part of the country do you live ? I’m very curious about your preparation and recovery from the aquablation…. Thanks.

[@riccardocarini2360]

@@bobbender5858 so how did it go?

[@riccardocarini2360]

so how did it go?

[@bobbender5858]

@@riccardocarini2360 I didn’t have it done. Still doing research.

[@riccardocarini2360]

@@bobbender5858 ok, i find myself in your same situation right now, but i do not know what more research could be done.

[@ashokbhandari5721]

Which hospital and city in India

[@yashwantpatil487]

How to follow these procedure

[@fredcdobbs823]

Is Aquablation possible after Urolift has been performed?

[@33Donner77]

I saw a KZbin refer to a guy who had a Urolift, it failed after a year or so, got another Urolift, failed again, and then had Aquablation which also had to remove pieces of the failed Urolifts. Urolift is advertised on tv, and the KZbins on Urolift are generally put out by Urolift or Sunrise Urology interviewing "approved" patients. So much for advertising. It may work for some.

[@husseinhillow5739]

Does effect the fertility?

[@donaldappelhof2059]

I had the resume done and it helped but if I could go back I would try something else. I’m thinking about something else.

[@davemoorhead7682]

What is the full total self-pay cost for Aquablation when your insurance does not cover it, as in my case.

[@MediFind]

Hi Dave - Please get in touch with Dr. Singh's office to discuss your specific case. Thanks! www.medifind.com/doctors/inderjit-singh/18071226

[@nandadulalsaha0927]

My prostate gland size 24 gm and PSA is 1.08 there is no bleeding and no infection but uroflow very slow. Can I need TURP operation. My age is 63.

[@davidraj3368]

which hospital are doing this PAE in Malaysia?...

[@mozammilkhan7106]

Where in India possible this Treetment

[@husseinhillow5739]

Is it available in India?

[@ashokbhandari5721]

How to contact Dr Inderjit Singh

[@fredrickpfister4154]

Is it available in Portugal?

[@CharlieBrown-j1w]

Can this done after radio active seeds are implanted?

[@universaldonor3100]

is there a commonality in the patients' prostate size or lobe/bladder neck involvement among the 15% that experience retrograde ejaculation?

[@alswearingen323]

Biggest factor, I'd say is the experience of the surgeon. TURPs are what 100% RE?

[@herminiainabore9429]

is it still applicable for a patient who undergo the first operation .the doctor take out already his 1 testes. and still his urine has blood.please let me know if aquablation is applicable to him.

[@avi1866]

My prostate antigen test 8.8 , what treat treatment should I consider .

[@MediFind]

Hi Avinash - We recommend reaching out to a urologist to discuss your specific case. You can get in touch with Dr. Singh here: www.medifind.com/doctors/inderjit-singh/22041155 Or you can find an expert in BPH near you here: www.medifind.com/conditions/enlarged-prostate/5779/doctors

[@boots7948]

what will be done with a person using warfarin and has an artificial valve and pacemaker

[@BogalaSawundiris]

It is not a good option for men at the moment for men who take daily blood thinning medication such as Warferin or Clopidogrel.

[@davidraj3368]

does it cost side effects,any of d procedure?... I'm sure there is, l think...

[@KJ-iq9tg]

I didn’t have any side effects.

[@davidraj3368]

thank you, Bhaiya...👍🫰🙏

[@chandubodapati700]

But....Green light laser surgery is the best when it comes to bleeding

[@skjain2257]

How do I contact you

[@charlesdaniels3375]

By dreams and visions don't he

[@sundipmittal]

Are u in India???

[@MediFind]

Hi there - Dr. Singh is located in the United States. You can contact him through his professional profiles: www.medifind.com/doctors/inderjit-singh/22041155 potomacurology.com/people/dr-inderjit-singh-m-d/

[@kimcantswim174]

Just one question. In a patient who already has ED, will there be any significant improvement in achieving erection after aquablation. If not, is there any alternate procedure that will help overcome ED? Thank you.

[@MediFind]

@@kimcantswim174 Please get in touch with Dr. Singh or one of his colleagues for specific medical advice. You can contact him here: www.medifind.com/doctors/inderjit-singh/22041155 potomacurology.com/people/dr-inderjit-singh-m-d/

[@zephyrinternational7343]

Are you available in India?

[@sharonpeterson1803]

My husband had aquablation in Jacksonville, FL by Dr. Ali Kasraeian, an excellent urologist.

[@marksakowski9272]

The only reason they haven't find out a better method to fix enlarged prostate is the fact that like in case of angioplasty when they insert an expanding mesh into an artery to promote the free flow of blood by a skillful and intelligent doctors dealing with hearts! In case of prostates, the "doctors" are from the bottom of their medical classes and that is why we are in the middle ages concerning fixing enlarged prostates.

[@naderfrank1528]

Talk a lot and says very little