NanoKnife™ Targets Prostate Cancer Cells, Saving Nearby Tissue

NanoKnife is an innovative, minimally invasive medical treatment at Colorado Springs Urology that targets and destroys specific types of prostate cancer tumors. It uses a technology called Irreversible Electroporation (IRE), which applies short, controlled electrical pulses to safely break down cancer cell walls. This process leaves the surrounding healthy tissues mostly unharmed, making it a highly precise approach.

Because NanoKnife uses electricity instead of heat or cold, it can target the tumor without harming nearby vital structures such as nerves, blood vessels, and ducts. Thin, hollow needles are inserted around the tumor, and they deliver short electrical bursts that create permanent pores in the cell membranes, leading to cell death. The body then naturally removes the dead cells, and the procedure can preserve surrounding healthy tissue, nerves, and blood vessels.

• Before your procedure, you’ll undergo a complete evaluation and consultation to determine if NanoKnife is suitable for you.
• The procedure is performed using local or general anesthesia for your comfort. Doctors insert thin needles around the tumor, and electrical pulses are administered to destroy the cancer cells.
• After the procedure, most patients experience minimal discomfort and can return to normal activities much faster than with traditional surgery. Your medical team will offer specific instructions for recovery and follow-up care. You can expect personalized support and guidance throughout your treatment journey with NanoKnife.

Some benefits of this treatment include:

• The procedure is minimally invasive, usually requiring only small incisions, which can lead to less pain and a quicker recovery than traditional surgery.
• NanoKnife targets the cancer cells directly, reducing harm to nearby healthy tissues and vital structures.
• Many patients can return home the same day or shortly after the procedure.
• Because NanoKnife targets only the cancer, it’s often possible to preserve normal organ function after treatment.