How does Prostiva RF Therapy Work?
This therapy uses radio-frequency energy to create temperatures within the central portion of the prostate that reach 115 degrees centigrade or 239 degrees Fahrenheit. This results in symptom improvement for two reasons: 1) There is death of prostate tissue, termed thermal coagulation necrosis, that, over a short period of time, results in shrinkage of obstructive tissue and reduced compression upon the urethra. 2) Nerves, alpha nerves, specifically, within the prostate result in increased tone or “tightness” of the prostate. These alpha nerves are blocked by a class of drugs, called alpha blockers (Flomax, Uroxatral, Terazosin (Hytrin), Doxazosin (Cardura)). The high prostate temperatures generated by Prostiva RF therapy damage these alpha nerves, resulting in a “looser” prostate, easing urination and replacing the need for these drugs in most cases. Who is a good candidate for Prostiva RF therapy? Men, usually over the age of 50 years, with urinary symptoms due to prostate enlargemen
