Urology

Department Introduction

The Department of Urology handles organs involved in the production and excretion of urine (kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra), male reproductive organs (prostate, testes, vas deferens), and the adrenal glands, which secrete hormones vital to the body.
Please feel free to consult with us if you experience symptoms such as difficulty urinating, frequent urination, urinary leakage, pain during urination, blood in the urine, or swelling and pain in the genitals.
In this era of 100-year lifespans, the importance of urology is growing ever greater. We aim to contribute not only to our patients’ health but also to the improvement of their Quality of Life (QOL).

Guide to Consultation Days

• Main Diseases
• Clinical Policy
• Surgical Treatments
• Doctor Introduction

Main Diseases

Clinical Policy

For each disease, we present appropriate examinations and treatments (medication, surgical treatment, etc.) based on medical guidelines. We provide thorough explanations and proceed with medical care only after the patient and their family are fully satisfied.

Surgical Treatments Performed

We perform endoscopic surgery for benign prostatic hyperplasia and bladder cancer.
For benign prostatic hyperplasia, we introduced WAVE therapy (Water Vapor Energy Therapy) in July 2024. Although this is a new procedure approved in Japan in 2021, it is a patient-friendly technique with short operative times and few complications.
Additionally, we perform castration (bilateral orchidectomy) for prostate cancer and surgery for phimosis.

What is WAVE Therapy?

WAVE therapy is a minimally invasive treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) that uses the heat of water vapor to shrink enlarged prostate tissue. It is designed to be gentler on the body compared to traditional surgery.

Treatment Flow

• 1. A thin delivery device is inserted through the urethra.
• 2. 103°C water vapor is released for 9 seconds.
• 3. The tissue naturally shrinks and is absorbed by the body.

Doctor Introduction

Director / Kazuma Sakaeda, M.D., Ph.D.

• Doctor of Medicine
• Board Certified Specialist and Supervising Physician, The Japanese Urological Association

For more detailed information, please refer to the Rezum Patient Pamphlet.