What is Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy?
The Rezūm procedure is a minimally invasive treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), using steam to shrink the enlarged prostate and alleviate symptoms. It’s a non-surgical option that can be performed in a clinic or outpatient surgery facility.
How does it work?
A special instrument is inserted into the urethra, and sterile water vapor (steam) is injected into the prostate. The steam causes the prostate tissue to die, and the body absorbs and removes the dead tissue over time, shrinking the prostate.
What are the benefits?
Rezūm offers several advantages over traditional BPH treatments, including a shorter recovery time, fewer side effects, and the potential to preserve sexual function.
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Our Doctors
Dr. Christopher Langley
Dr. Langley grew up in LaSalle, Ontario and studied medicine at Western University, Windsor Campus. He then completed his Urology residency at the University of Ottawa, followed by a fellowship in Robotics, Endourology, and Minimally Invasive Surgery at McMaster University under the supervision of Dr. Bobby Shayegan. He opened his practice in Chatham in late July 2023.
Dr. Fernanda Gabrigna Berto
Dr. Berto is originally from Brazil and is fluent in both English and Portuguese. She earned her medical degree from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Sao Paulo in 2011 and completed a two-year residency in general surgery and a three-year residency in urology there as well. Dr. Berto is also currently completing an Endourology Fellowship, a Master of Science degree, and an Andrology and Reconstruction Fellowship at the Schulich School of Medicine (Western University) in London.
Our Offices
Open by appointment only.
A referral is required to see Dr. Langley
Not accepting referrals for vasectomy at this time
No paediatric referrals accepted
Valid Ontario Health Card required for all appointments
Missed appointment policy:
$100.00 fee for missed consultations
$50.00 fee for missed follow-up appointments
Fees must be paid prior to rebooking.
Chatham Office
111 Heritage Road, Unit 103
Chatham, ON
Brown Building on the North side of Heritage Road, located at the back of the building.
There is an accessible ramp at our entrance.
Kingsville Office
200 Main St E
Kingsville, ON
Please ask your Referring Provider to indicate Kingsville on your referral if you would like to be seen there. If appropriate, we will do our best to accommodate your request.
Due to high patient volumes, both offices are extremely busy. If you call and reach voicemail, please leave a message. We will do our best to respond within a reasonable timeframe.
We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Only 15 minutes.
Studies have demonstrated benefit for men whose prostate volume is between 30 and 80mL and this is reflected in the Canadian Urologic Association guidelines. Some men with prostates larger than this may still derive benefit- supported by expert opinion- but we do not have robust data to support this.
Dr. Langley reviews each case individually and will provide an opinion as to whether Rezum may benefit you.
Light sedation is all that is needed.
You should be able to return to all of your usually activities within 24 hours.
The Ontario government has concluded that, although this is a safe and efficacious procedure, they are unwilling to provide the funding to make this available at no cost to the public.
Catheter will typically remain in place between 3-4 days. In some special circumstances (i.e. If you already require a catheter), this period may be longer.
No; you will be monitored for a short period of time after the procedure and then discharged to recover in the comfort of your own home.
One of the principal benefits of Rezum is preservation of erectile function. However, there is a small (less than 2%) risk of developing retrograde ejaculation.
To date, no studies have shown a negative impact on erectile function.
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Contact Us
Dr. Christopher Langley’s Office
Phone: 226-996-1996 (Voicemail Available)
Text (Messages only): 548-886-7566
Email: [email protected]
Fax: 226-996-1999
Dr. Gabrigna Berto’s Office
Phone: 519-598-9207 (Voicemail available)
How can I see Dr. Langley to discuss this procedure?
You will require a referral from another physician to see Dr. Langley, as per OHIP rules. On the referral, have your doctor clearly indicate that you are interested in discussing Rezum and, if you like, you can specify whether you’d like to be seen in the Chatham or Kingsville Office.
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