Lakewood Ranch Medical Center announced it is now offering Aquablation® therapy with the new HYDROS™ Robotic System, the next-generation robotic platform designed to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as an enlarged prostate. The addition of Aquablation therapy further expands the hospital’s growing robotic surgery program and brings advanced urologic care closer to home for men throughout the region.
BPH is a common condition affecting millions of men as they age and can significantly impact quality of life. Symptoms may include frequent urination, urgency, difficulty emptying the bladder, weak urinary flow, and frequent nighttime urination. Left untreated, BPH can lead to more serious health complications, including bladder damage, kidney problems, bladder stones, and incontinence.
Aquablation therapy is a minimally invasive, robotic-assisted treatment that uses real-time ultrasound imaging and a heat-free waterjet to precisely remove prostate tissue causing urinary symptoms. The procedure allows surgeons to create a personalized treatment plan based on each patient’s unique anatomy while helping preserve important structures associated with sexual function and continence.
“The addition of Aquablation therapy reflects our commitment to continually expanding access to innovative technologies that improve the lives of our patients,” said Jason Madsen, Chief Executive Officer of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. “As our robotic surgery program continues to grow, we remain focused on bringing advanced treatment options to our community. Aquablation offers men a proven, minimally invasive solution for BPH that can provide lasting symptom relief while helping preserve quality of life.”
The HYDROS Robotic System represents the next evolution of Aquablation therapy. Leveraging insights gained from more than 50,000 procedures performed worldwide, the system incorporates advanced imaging, AI-powered treatment planning, robotic precision, and streamlined workflow technology designed to enhance consistency and efficiency while supporting positive patient outcomes.
Aquablation therapy is supported by long-term clinical data demonstrating significant and durable symptom improvement while preserving sexual function and continence. The procedure combines next-generation ultrasound imaging with robotic-assisted waterjet technology, giving surgeons a detailed, multidimensional view of the prostate to guide treatment with precision.
The addition of Aquablation therapy further strengthens Lakewood Ranch Medical Center’s comprehensive robotic surgery program, which offers advanced minimally invasive procedures across multiple specialties. Robotic-assisted technologies can help patients benefit from reduced pain, shorter hospital stays, faster recovery times, and a quicker return to daily activities.
For more information about Aquablation therapy and urology services at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, visit http://www.lakewoodranchmedicalcenter.com.
About Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS), is accredited by The Joint Commission and serves patients in Lakewood Ranch and surrounding communities across comprehensive medical and healthcare services. It has earned Primary Stroke designation, is accredited as a Chest Pain Center and holds other prestigious quality awards including Certifications in Advanced Primary Heart Attack Center, Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement and Sepsis Certification from The Joint Commission. Visit http://www.lakewoodranchmedicalcenter.com for more information.
In photo: Dr. Adam Mues after completing his first Aquablation procedure, along with surgical tech Matthew and Matthew Swanson, representative from Procept Aquablation procedures.