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Prostiva Transurethral Needle Ablation (TUNA) Treatment for Enlarged Prostate<\/h1>\n

by Alex Shteynshlyuger MD<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation<\/a>, please <\/a>contact us<\/a> or call\/text: 1-646-663-4044<\/a><\/span><\/strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

We have excellent reviews from patients <\/a><\/strong>and their partners.  Information for out-of-state and international patients<\/a>.  <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

We offer affordable prices<\/a> with or without insurance.  Same-day virtual video appointments and in-person appointments are available.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Find out our office hours or directions to our office<\/a>. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Prostiva TUNA Therapy for Enlarged Prostate: What You Need to Know<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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Transurethral Needle Ablation Therapy (TUNA)<\/strong> for BPH or enlarged prostate is a procedure that uses radiofrequency (RF) energy to shrink the size of the prostate. This treatment had been very popular in the 1990’s because of the low risk of side effects, in particular ejaculation problems. <\/p>\n

However, the radiofrequency (RF) needle ablation procedure, also known as the transurethral Needle Ablation Therapy (TUNA), has fallen out of favor due to poor efficacy<\/strong>. In other words, the Prostiva procedure has a high failure rate<\/strong>. It tends not to help much with the symptoms of an enlarged prostate. When it does help, the benefit tends to be short-lived – for a few years.  TUNA of the prostate is also known as Prostivva RF treatment. A few other commercial systems were available in the past but no longer marketed. 
\nThe Prostiva RF TUNA therapy is no longer recommended as a treatment option for an enlarged prostate due to poor efficacy, high failure rate, and availability of more effective treatment options.<\/p>\n

Newer, More Effective Treatment Options for Enlarged Prostate Compared to Prostiva RF (Transurethral Needle Ablation Therapy (TUNA)<\/h2>\n

At New York Urology Specialists, we offer more effective, newer treatment options for enlarged prostate.  The Urolift procedure for BPH<\/strong><\/a> provides effective treatment for symptoms of BPH without sexual side effects.  It is more effective than microwave therapy.<\/p>\n

The Rezum procedure<\/strong><\/a> is another effective treatment for enlarged prostate with a very low risk of ejaculation problems (<5%).  Studies show that the Rezum procedure is more effective than Microwave therapy.<\/p>\n

HOLEP procedure<\/a><\/strong> and Prostate Aquablation<\/a><\/strong> are very effective treatment options for very large prostates.<\/p>\n

Did you know?<\/strong><\/span> Dr. Shteynshlyuger<\/a><\/strong> has performed over 1,000 surgeries and procedures for enlarged prostate,<\/strong> including Rezum, Urolift, prostate enucleation, laser ablation of the prostate, and TURP.  He performs over 100 prostate procedures a year.<\/p>\n

Cost of Enlarged Prostate Treatment without Insurance<\/h2>\n

At New York Urology Specialists, we offer affordable treatment for men<\/strong><\/a>. Our prices are low<\/strong> for patients without insurance<\/strong> and for those who have high insurance copays, high deductibles, or insurance plans that do not cover treatment costs. <\/p>\n

At New York Urology Specialists, we offer a flat-fee ‘all-cost-included’ Rezum procedure<\/strong>.  The procedure is performed in our office under local anesthesia. Men from other states can save thousands of dollars over local hospital fees by coming to New York Urology Specialists for treatment.  Please contact us for current prices and discounts for patients without insurance or with high insurance deductibles<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

At New York Urology Specialists, we offer a flat-fee ‘all-cost-included’ Urolift procedure<\/strong>.  The procedure is performed in our office under local anesthesia. Men from other states can save thousands of dollars over local hospital fees by coming to New York Urology Specialists for treatment. <\/p>\n

Cost of Treatment and Insurance and Medicare Coverage<\/h2>\n

\"InexpensiveAt New York Urology Specialists, we offer affordable treatment for men<\/strong><\/a>. Our prices are low<\/strong> for patients without insurance<\/strong><\/span> and for those who have high insurance copays, high deductibles, or insurance plans that do not cover treatment costs. <\/p>\n

We accept many health insurance plans.<\/strong>  We would be happy to verify your eligibility and benefits<\/strong> and to provide you with detailed information on your health plan’s coverage.  Financing options<\/a> <\/strong>and credit options are available to help you pay for medical care.<\/p>\n

Where to Get Prostate Treatment in NYC?<\/h2>\n

At New York Urology Specialists, we offer specialized treatment for enlarged prostate<\/strong> for men.  Same-day virtual video appointments<\/strong> and in-person<\/strong> appointments are available.<\/p>\n

Call\/text today: 1-646-663-4044<\/a><\/span> <\/span><\/strong>or <\/span>make an appointment<\/span><\/a> online.  <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

We perform a cystoscopy, urodynamic testing, prostate and bladder ultrasound in our office.  We offer Urolift procedure<\/a><\/strong>, Rezum water-vapor procedure<\/a><\/strong> in our office, and laser enucleation of the prostate in a hospital setting.  We treat urinary<\/strong> and erection problems<\/a><\/strong>. We offer confidential<\/strong> appointments.<\/p>\n

Our appointment costs<\/a> are affordable with or without insurance<\/strong>.  We offer free insurance verification<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Read Real Stories of Men who Underwent Treatment of Enlarged Prostate (BPH) at New York Urology Specialists<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

We offer treatment for prostate problems,<\/strong> including slow urine stream, frequent urination at night, difficulty emptying the bladder, and other problems to patients within driving distance to our offices as well as from other states and countries.  Our patients come from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and over 70 countries worldwide.<\/p>\n