SpaceOAR® Hydrogel for Prostate Cancer Treatment in Tyler, Texas
Protecting Healthy Tissue During Prostate Radiation Therapy
Advanced Protection During Prostate Cancer Treatment
When treating prostate cancer with radiation therapy, it’s important to minimize side effects and protect surrounding healthy tissues. At Rose City Urology, Dr. Ryan Tubre offers SpaceOAR® Hydrogel — a proven, innovative solution that helps shield the rectum during prostate radiation, reducing the risk of side effects and preserving your quality of life.
SPACEOAR® HYDROGEL
What Is SpaceOAR® Hydrogel?
SpaceOAR® (Spacing Organs At Risk) Hydrogel is a soft, absorbable material placed between the prostate and the rectum. It creates a protective barrier that physically separates the prostate from the rectum during radiation therapy. This simple step dramatically reduces the amount of radiation that reaches the rectum — decreasing the likelihood of bowel, urinary, and sexual side effects.
Who Can Benefit from SpaceOAR?
Men undergoing prostate cancer radiation therapy
Patients concerned about bowel and urinary side effects
Those seeking to preserve sexual function and quality of life after treatment
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How Is SpaceOAR Placed?
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Performed as a quick outpatient procedure
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Local anesthesia or light sedation is used for comfort
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The hydrogel is injected through a small needle into the space between the prostate and rectum
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Placement typically takes less than 30 minutes <br> The hydrogel remains in place for about six months — long enough for radiation therapy to be completed — and then naturally absorbs and is eliminated by the body.
Benefits of Choosing SpaceOAR
Reduces radiation exposure to the rectum
Lowers risk of bowel, urinary, and sexual side effects
No long-term foreign material left in the body
Easy, outpatient procedure with minimal downtime
Helps maintain quality of life during and after cancer treatment
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Expert Guidance for Your Prostate Cancer Care
SpaceOAR® Hydrogel in Tyler, Texas
Board-certified urologist experienced in SpaceOAR placement
Personalized prostate cancer treatment planning
Focus on minimizing side effects and preserving wellness
