Robotic waterjet precision,
heat-free
Aquablation removes the obstructing prostate tissue with a robotically controlled, heat-free saline waterjet, guided by real-time ultrasound. A precise, consistent option that works across the full range of prostate sizes.
How Aquablation works
Aquablation pairs real-time ultrasound imaging with a computer-controlled robotic arm to map and remove the obstructing prostate tissue using a high-velocity saline waterjet. Because the waterjet uses no heat, the risk of thermal injury to the surrounding nerves and sphincters is minimized.
The robotic system carries out the plan with sub-millimeter accuracy every time, regardless of prostate size or complexity, which makes it especially well suited to large or complex prostates. Dr. Sawkar performs more Aquablation procedures than any surgeon in Orange County.
Anesthesia
The procedure is done in the hospital under spinal or general anesthesia, typically with one night's stay.
Ultrasound mapping
A transrectal ultrasound builds a 3D map of the prostate, defining exactly which tissue to remove.
Waterjet resection
A heat-free saline waterjet removes the planned tissue with robotic, sub-millimeter precision.
Recovery
A catheter stays in for a day or two. Most men return to normal activities within one to two weeks.
Why men choose Aquablation
Works for any prostate size
Proven for small, medium, and large prostates, including complex anatomies that challenge other approaches.
Heat-free technology
No thermal energy means no heat-related damage to the nerves, sphincters, and structures around the prostate.
Robotic precision
Computer-controlled delivery removes exactly the planned tissue, for consistent results case after case.
Highest volume in Orange County
Dr. Sawkar performs more Aquablation procedures than any surgeon in the region.
See if Aquablation is right for you
Same-day and next-day appointments. Aquablation is typically covered by Medicare and most commercial plans, with telehealth consultations available. For the fastest response, send the office a secure message; the reply comes back by text.
Chief of Urology, Providence St. Joseph Hospital · UroLift Center of Excellence · Orange County's highest-volume Aquablation surgeon