Dupont Hospital Elevates Men’s Health Care with Innovative Robotic Waterjet Therapy for Symptoms of BPH
11/10/2025
Dupont Hospital is advancing care options for men’s health with a new procedure to treat lower urinary tract symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The minimally invasive procedure uses robot-assisted waterjet therapy to precisely remove targeted tissue and preserve surrounding tissue, to restore normal urination and improve quality of life.
This addition of this service positions Dupont Hospital as a regional leader in advanced urological care, offering patients a highly effective and precise alternative to traditional BPH surgery.
“BPH is basically an enlarged prostate, and most men will have to deal with it if they live long enough, which makes it very difficult to urinate,” said Dr. Claire Aubrey, a urologist with Lutheran Health Physicians. “We’ve been treating enlarged prostates a certain way for about 40 years, but now we have a treatment where we can remove prostate tissue and not cause erectile dysfunction, and minimize the risk of other side effects from surgery.”
The integration of this therapy reflects Dupont Hospital’s dedication to staying at the forefront of medical technology. To date, Dupont Hospital is the only location in Northeast Indiana with these services. The procedure uses a heat-free, robotically controlled waterjet, allowing surgeons to provide highly precise treatment, which can lead to more predictable and durable outcomes. Offering a minimally invasive option allows patients to remain within their community for advanced care, supporting the hospital’s mission to serve its local population with a very high level of care.
“We’re not chasing trends; we’re adopting tools that align with our commitment to personalized, patient-centered care,” said Dr. Pranav Panchatsharam, a urologist with Lutheran Health Physicians.“Men often delay BPH treatment because they fear losing sexual function or facing long recoveries. In our experience, over 90% of patients who receive this treatment preserve ejaculatory function, and catheter time averages under 24 hours. That’s a game-changer for active professionals and retirees alike who want to get back to living without compromise.”
This procedure is a breakthrough for the millions of men in the U.S. suffering from the bothersome urinary symptoms of BPH. Clinical studies have shown that robotic waterjet therapy provides significant and durable relief from BPH symptoms, often quickly improving the patient's quality of life. The procedure utilizes real-time imaging combined with robotic control to ensure the targeted tissue is removed, protecting the surrounding organs. A key differentiator, this treatment has been shown in clinical data to offer a low rate of long-term sexual side effects, including erectile dysfunction and ejaculatory dysfunction, which are common concerns with traditional surgery.
“November is Men’s Health Awareness Month, a great opportunity to address common men’s health issues that can be addressed such as BPH,” said Dr. Michael Rudoff, a urologist with Lutheran Health Physicians. “This procedure requires an overnight stay and takes about 45 minutes. For us to be able to help these patients with a slow stream, weak stream or those who are getting up every night multiple times to use the bathroom, it can add to their quality of life immensely.”
If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about this innovative BPH treatment at Dupont Hospital, we welcome you to request an appointment with a urologist today, https://www.lutheranhealthphysicians.com/our-locations/lhp-urology-dupont-3105.
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