Dr. Mehran Movassaghi and his team are proud to offer this innovative treatment that results in fewer life-long side effects vs. prostatectomy.
Dr. Mehran Movassaghi, a board-certified and fellowship-trained urologist, reached another significant milestone. 100 successful HIFU treatments—a significant achievment in men’s health.
How does preserving the prostate gland make a difference for men?
Preserving the prostate gland during cancer treatment offers several advantages that can significantly reduce lifelong complications and side effects. The prostate gland plays a crucial role in male reproductive and urinary functions, and its preservation can help maintain these functions. By avoiding radical prostatectomy (surgical removal of the entire prostate gland), men can potentially retain better erectile function and urinary control post-treatment. Preserving the prostate also reduces the risk of developing long-term issues such as urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction, which can significantly impact a man’s quality of life. In addition, treatments like HIFU using Focal One that preserve the prostate gland often result in fewer disruptions to surrounding tissues and structures, such as with prostatectomy. This can lead to a lower risk overall of damage to nerves and blood vessels that are essential for erectile function and urinary control. Preserving the prostate may allow for more targeted and less aggressive treatment approaches, which can reduce the likelihood of developing complications such as bowel problems or bladder control issues.
“Men in our community now have greater options to treat prostate cancer. This out-patient procedure, which is a one-time session, is making a real difference. There’s no cutting or recovery involved.”
– Dr. Mehran Movassaghi, Director of Men’s Health.
What is HIFU Therapy?
