마지막 업데이트: 2026년 4월 29일
The advancement of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) treatment technology is now toward the “minimal invasive procedure”. The Water Vapor therapy is a day-care procedure which takes less than 10 minutes. This topic focuses on post-procedure patient instructions.
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Right after Water Vapor therapy
- 마취과 의사가 진정 후 깨워 드릴 것입니다.
- A urethral catheter will be retained for 1-2 weeks depending on prostate size.
- After 1-2 hours of observation in the recovery room, the doctor will decide if you can be discharged or need hospitalization.

수증기 치료 후 7일 이내
- Take all medications as prescribed.
- Use pain killers as needed per prescription.
During catheterization
- Carry the urine bag at all times and empty it when full.
- Two bag options: 2L overnight bag or 500mL leg bag for active daily life. The nurse will show you how to switch between them.
On the day of catheter removal
- You will be scheduled to have the catheter removed at the clinic.
- After removal, 6 hours of voiding observation is required.
- If you void at least once successfully, you may go home.
- If you cannot void after 6 hours, the doctor will re-evaluate and decide next steps.
수증기 치료 후 30일 이내
- Continue oral prostate medication during the transitional period.
- Expect some improvement at 2 weeks post-procedure, with best outcomes at 3 months.
Possible adverse effects within 3 months (typically resolve within 3 weeks)
- 혈뇨 14%
- 고통스러운 배뇨 21%
- 피의 정액 10%
- 요로 감염 7%
- 요폐 12%
- 비뇨기 긴급 10%
- 비뇨기 주파수 10%
- 골반 통증 3%
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자주 묻는 질문 (FAQ)
Q1: How long do I need a urethral catheter after Water Vapor therapy?
Most patients require a urethral catheter for 1-2 weeks after Water Vapor therapy. The duration depends on your prostate size — larger prostates may need a longer catheterization period. Your urologist will schedule catheter removal and assess your ability to void before you are discharged home.
Q2: When will I notice improvement in urinary symptoms after Water Vapor therapy?
Most patients notice some improvement in urinary symptoms starting around 2 weeks after the procedure as initial swelling subsides. The best clinical outcome is typically seen at 3 months post-procedure, once the treated prostate tissue has been fully reabsorbed by the body.
Q3: What side effects should I expect after Water Vapor therapy?
Common temporary side effects include painful urination (21%), bloody urination (14%), urinary retention (12%), urinary urgency and frequency (10% each), bloody semen (10%), urinary tract infection (7%), and pelvic pain (3%). Most of these resolve spontaneously within 3 weeks. Contact your urologist if symptoms are severe or persist beyond this timeframe.
Q4: Can I go home the same day after Water Vapor therapy?
Water Vapor therapy is designed as a day-care procedure. After 1-2 hours of observation in the recovery room, most patients can be discharged home the same day if they are stable. In some cases, overnight hospitalization may be recommended. You will go home with a urethral catheter in place, and a nurse will teach you how to manage the urine bag at home.
Q5: Do I still need to take prostate medication after Water Vapor therapy?
Yes, for the first 30 days after the procedure, continuing oral prostate medication is recommended to help manage urinary symptoms during the transitional healing period. As the treated prostate tissue is gradually reabsorbed and symptoms improve over the following months, your urologist will reassess whether ongoing medication is still needed.
If you are considering Water Vapor therapy for BPH or have questions about your recovery, Dr. Soarawee Weerasopone offers specialist consultations at Bangkok Hospital Headquarters. 진료 예약.
면책 조항: 본 내용은 방콕 병원 본사의 전문의인 Soarawee Weerasopone 박사가 작성하고 검토한 것입니다. 교육 목적으로만 제공되며 의학적 조언을 구성하지 않습니다. 모든 의학적 치료를 시작하기 전에 항상 자격을 갖춘 의료 전문가와 상담하십시오.
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