Prostate Cancer Care is one of the four major niche areas of HSAAS , offered by Putra Prostate Centre HSAAS . This novel treatment procedure marks a significant step forward in the fight against one of the most common cancers affecting Malaysian men , offering the latest advanced treatment for our prostate cancer fighters . With the promise of fewer side effects and improved patient outcomes , focal therapy is set to revolutionise prostate cancer treatment , especially for those with localised early disease .

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men globally and the third most common cancer among Malaysian men . Conventional treatment options , including surgery and radiation therapy , often come with significant side effects , such as incontinence and erectile dysfunction . However , focal therapy like HIFU or cryotherapy offers a less invasive and highly precise alternative for treating prostate cancer , providing patients with renewed hope for a better quality of life after treatment .

Dr Peter Chiu from CUHK was explaining about HIFU treatment planning to the Urology Team from HSAAS UPM .

HIFU , a non-surgical , non-invasive procedure , uses ultrasound energy to target and destroy cancerous tissue in the prostate precisely . This method is known for its ability to minimise damage to surrounding healthy tissue , preserving the prostate , resulting in fewer side effects and a faster recovery compared to conventional treatments .

The HIFU procedures involve a transrectal ultrasound probe , which delivers focused ultrasound waves to the prostate . These waves raise the temperature of the targeted tissue , leading to its precise destruction . One of the key advantages of HIFU is its real-time imaging capability , allowing the surgeon to monitor and adjust the treatment in real-time .

PATIENT EXPERIENCE

One of the patients who underwent the HIFU procedure at HSAAS UPM shared his experience : “ I was diagnosed with prostate cancer a few months ago , and the news was quite overwhelming because I am still young , and I am not willing to live my life with incontinence and erectile dysfunction . When I learned about the HIFU treatment option , I was relieved to know that there was a less invasive choice available .

I recovered fast and experienced minimal discomfort after that . I am hopeful that this treatment will lead to a cancer-