The city buzzed with excitement as cutting-edge technology and top urologists came together to unveil a groundbreaking treatment procedure first time in eastern India. Rezum Water Vapor Therapy, a globally acclaimed, minimally invasive treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), was officially introduced for the first time in Eastern India on 19th November in august presence of Smt. Ballari Chattopadhyay, Head of Corporate Communications Samaritan Medical, Surgical & Critical Care, Dr. Amlan Chakraborty, Dr. Smaranjit Chatterjee, Dr. Kaushik Sarkar, Dr. Souvik Chatterjee, Dr. Nilanjan Mitra, Dr Sunirmal Choudhury (Secratary of Bengal Urology Society) and other medical experts and distinguished dignitaries.
BPH is a common condition affecting an estimated 28.1 million men in India alone, making it one of the most prevalent urological disorders in the country. The condition affects around 50-60% of men over 60 and up to 90% of men between 70 and 80 years of age. As the prostate enlarges, it can press against the urethra, causing uncomfortable urinary symptoms such as frequent urination, weak urinary stream, irregular flow, straining, urgency, and nocturia (waking up at night to urinate). These symptoms can significantly disrupt daily life, making effective treatment essential.
Although Rezum Water Vapor Therapy was first introduced in the United States in 2017, it made its debut in India in March 2024. This innovative, minimally invasive treatment uses steam to shrink and restore the prostate gland to its normal size. The procedure is performed in just five minutes, with steam at 103 degrees Celsius delivered through a special needle. The radiofrequency generator evaporates water to create steam, which is then injected into the prostate tissue. This targeted thermal energy causes the prostate tissue responsible for urinary obstruction to shrink, improving symptoms. While addressing the media, Smt. Ballari Chattopadhyay, Head of Corporate Communications at Samaritan Medical, Surgical & Critical Care, remarked, “Rezum Water Vapor Therapy is a game-changer for men suffering from BPH. This innovative, proven therapy is minimally invasive and offers an easy solution without the need for more invasive surgery. We are proud to offer this groundbreaking treatment to our patients in Eastern India at an affordable cost.”
Normally, the prostate weighs 20-25 grams, but with BPH, it becomes enlarged, leading to urinary issues, pain, bleeding, and other complications. While there are several surgical options for treating BPH, Rezum offers a highly effective alternative that is minimally invasive. The procedure uses controlled doses of water vapor to deliver thermal energy directly to the obstructive tissue, targeting the root cause of BPH symptoms. Each treatment cycle lasts only 9 seconds and uses 0.42 ml of sterile, heated water vapor.
Rezum Water Vapor Therapy has a significantly lower risk of complications compared to traditional surgeries and preserves both urinary and sexual function. Patients typically experience noticeable improvements within two weeks, with continued benefits over the next three months. The body gradually reabsorbs the treated tissue, reducing prostate volume and alleviating pressure on the urethra, resulting in better urinary flow and relief from symptoms. Rezum Water Vapor Therapy is quickly becoming the preferred choice for men with BPH, offering a safe, effective, and patient-friendly solution with a quick recovery and long-lasting results.