Course Description:
This intensive one-day workshop provides urologists and surgical trainees with a comprehensive understanding of Aquablation therapy, an advanced, minimally invasive surgical treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The course integrates theoretical foundations with practical, hands-on experience using simulation models and observe videos of surgery (with discussion).
Participants will explore patient selection, procedural techniques, device operation, troubleshooting, and post-operative management, under the guidance of experienced Aquablation surgeons. By the end of the course, attendees will take another step towards accreditation to safely and effectively implement Aquablation in their clinical practice.
Target Audience:
Practicing urologists interested in adopting Aquablation Urology fellows and residents
Surgical nurses and OR staff supporting Aquablation procedures
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
⦁ Understand the pathophysiology of BPH and indications for Aquablation
⦁ Explain the principles, mechanism, and technology behind Aquablation
⦁ Identify ideal candidates and contraindications for the procedure
⦁ Operate the Aquabeam Robotic System, including planning, targeting, and execution
⦁ Recognize and manage intraoperative challenges and post-operative care
⦁ Perform simulated Aquablation under expert supervision
11-11:10am - Clinical Background & Evidence
• BPH overview (epidemiology, pathophysiology, current
treatments)
• Introduction to Aquablation (rationale, mechanism of action)
• Review of clinical trial data
11:10-11:20am - Patient Selection & Pre-Operative Planning
• Ideal candidate profiles
• Imaging and assessment
• Informed consent considerations
11:20-11:35 - The Aquabeam Robotic System: Technical Overview
Components & setup
Software interface & workflow
Step-by-step narrated procedure video
11:35-11:45 - Managing Complications & Post-Operative Care
• Intraoperative/post-op issues
• Managing bleeding, catheterization, retention
• Follow-up protocols
11:45-12:10 - Hands-On Stations
• Device familiarization (console & probe)
• Treatment planning simulation
• Model-based practice
12:10-12:20 - Surgery Video Cases – review and discussion of recorded cases
12:20-12:30 Q&A and Case Discussions