iTind BPH Treatment

iTind treatment involves 3 stages: the insertion of the device, the implantation stage, and the device removal. 

Insertion 

1. Your urologist may give you some sedation or a local anaesthetic to make sure you’re comfortable and pain-free during the procedure. 

2. A thin, flexible tube with a tiny camera is inserted into your urethra (the tube from which urine leaves your body) to determine where to place the iTind device. 

3. Your urologist will then place the iTind device into your prostate.

4. Once in place, you should be able to pass urine freely, normally without the need for a catheter. 

5. Insertion of the iTind device normally takes around 30 minutes. 

Implantation 

During the implantation period (5 to 7 days), the device widens and exerts gentle pressure to reshape your prostate, relieve pressure on your urethra and improve urine flow. 

Removal

After 5 to 7 days, your urologist will remove the iTind device using a flexible silicone catheter. You can go home after the procedure and return to normal activities as soon as you’re ready.

iTind is a minimally invasive and generally safe procedure, but as with any medical procedure, there’s a small risk of side effects. 

Your consultant will explain all the potential side effects of your treatment before your procedure and answer any questions you may have. 

Possible side effects include: 

• mild pain or discomfort, which may be worse when passing urine

• needing to pass urine more frequently or urgently 

• blood in your urine (haematuria) 

• urinary tract infection (UTI)

• inability to pass urine (urinary retention)

Your urologist will tell you everything you need to do to prepare for your iTind treatment. 

Tell your consultant about any medical conditions or allergies you have, and any medications you take regularly.

Your consultant will provide instructions for your recovery. They’ll arrange a follow-up appointment with you to remove the iTind device and further appointments to check your progress during your recovery. 

After your iTind procedure, you may have some mild pain or discomfort, which may be worse when you pass urine. You may also need to pass urine more urgently and more frequently than usual. Your urine may appear pink or blood-tinged for a few days after your treatment — this is expected, and usually nothing to worry about. If your bleeding is heavy, your pain is getting worse, or you have a fever, contact the clinic immediately. 

Take over-the-counter painkillers such as paracetamol if you need to and drink plenty of water. 

While your iTind device is in place, you’ll have a thread running from your penis to allow your consultant to remove the device. The thread will be taped to your penis, but please take care not to damage or remove it. 

While the device is in place, you should avoid activities that may dislodge it, including: 

• sexual activity 

• strenuous exercise 

• working with any vibrating equipment such as drills or lawnmowers

After 5 to 7 days, you’ll need to return to the clinic to have the iTind device removed. 

If you have any questions or concerns during your recovery, please get in touch for advice.

Please contact our Urology centre for pricing information.

At Welbeck, our urologists are experts in their field and are dedicated to providing world-class care to every patient.

With access to colleagues across other specialities, our consultants are also able to refer within the Welbeck ecosystem if required to ensure you receive the treatment you need as quickly as possible, all under one roof.  

All appointments, testing, treatment, and follow-up appointments take place within our state-of-the-art facilities, enabling us to deliver accurate diagnostics and advanced treatments.

To book iTind treatment, you must be referred by either your GP or a urologist following a consultation with them. Self-referrals are not accepted for this treatment.

If you’d like to schedule a consultation with a urologist, please get in touch to make an appointment. Your health is important to us, so we strive to offer same-day appointments whenever possible.

Our consultants are recognised by the major health insurance companies. If you have private health insurance, your treatment at Welbeck can begin once you have obtained authorisation. We also provide care to self-paying patients. Learn more about the different payment options at Welbeck.