Procedures and treatments

Aquablation

Robot-assisted waterjet therapy for selected patients with benign prostate enlargement.

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Looking for private Aquablation therapy in Birmingham? This procedure overview supports the main patient treatment page. For appointment information, suitability and related Birmingham care pathways, visit the main Aquablation therapy page.

Aquablation therapy

Aquablation is a robot-assisted waterjet treatment option for benign prostate enlargement. It may be suitable for selected patients after careful assessment of symptoms, prostate anatomy and treatment goals.

Technology

Waterjet treatment

Aquablation uses robotic planning with waterjet tissue removal.

Assessment

Prostate anatomy

Suitability depends on prostate size, anatomy and symptoms.

Planning

Treatment discussion

Risks, recovery and alternatives are reviewed before deciding.

What this pathway may involve

Assessment of urinary symptoms and prostate anatomy
Discussion of treatment suitability
Comparison with other BPH options
Recovery and follow-up planning

How Mr Shahzad approaches this treatment

The aim is to give patients a clear explanation of whether Aquablation is appropriate and how it compares with other prostate procedures.

Read the dedicated Aquablation Therapy page

Consultation and treatment planning

Assessment: symptoms, history and previous investigations are reviewed.
Investigation: scans, tests or cystoscopy may be arranged where clinically appropriate.
Decision: options are discussed clearly, including benefits, risks, alternatives and recovery.
Aftercare: follow-up is planned around the procedure and the patient’s individual circumstances.

Private appointments

Discuss suitability with Mr Shahzad

Treatment recommendations are made only after careful specialist assessment and discussion. Self-pay patients do not need a GP referral.

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About the author: This page is written and clinically reviewed by Mr Syed Ali Shahzad, a private consultant urologist in Birmingham. Book a private consultation to discuss your symptoms and treatment options.

Birmingham Advanced Urology
Private consultant urology care in Birmingham, Worcestershire and the West Midlands.

Mr Syed Ali Shahzad
Consultant Urological and Robotic Surgeon
GMC: 6071731

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Yasmin Khan, Secretary
Yasmin.Khan@hcaconsultant.co.uk
+44 7866 009874
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The information on this website is for general information only and should not replace medical advice from a qualified clinician. If you are experiencing severe pain, heavy bleeding, inability to pass urine, fever with urinary symptoms or symptoms requiring urgent attention, seek urgent medical help through NHS 111, your GP, A&E or emergency services depending on severity.