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A New Era in Prostate Cancer Treatment

Precise. Non-Thermal. Immune-Activating.

Pulsed Electrical Field (PEF) ablation is a breakthrough, non-thermal technology designed to target prostate cancer with precision while protecting healthy tissue. Unlike surgery, radiation, or heat-based methods, PEF uses ultra-quick electrical pulses to create permanent nanopores in cancer cell membranes, leading to natural cell death and stimulating the body's immune response.

How PEF Ablation Works

Understanding the science behind this revolutionary non-thermal treatment approach

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Electrical Pulses

Ultra-short electrical pulses are precisely delivered to cancer cells, creating permanent microscopic pores in cell membranes without generating heat.

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Targeted Precision

Advanced imaging guides electrode placement to target only cancer cells while preserving surrounding healthy tissue and critical structures.

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Natural Cell Death

The nanopores disrupt cellular function, leading to natural cell death while activating the immune system to release antigens to recognize and eliminate remaining cancer cells.

Why Choose PEF Ablation?

PEF ablation offers unique advantages over traditional treatment methods, combining precision targeting with immune system activation.

  • Non-Thermal Technology: No heat damage to surrounding healthy tissue or critical structures
  • Function Preservation: Maintains urinary and sexual function by avoiding nerve damage
  • Immune Activation: Stimulates natural immune response against cancer cells
  • Minimal Recovery: Outpatient procedure with rapid return to normal activities

Proven Clinical Results

PEF ablation delivers exceptional outcomes with minimal side effects

98%

Cancer Control Rate
At 2-year follow-up

93%

Function Preservation
Urinary & sexual function

<5%

Complications
Minimal side effects

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Who is a Candidate for PEF Ablation?

PEF ablation is ideal for men with localized prostate cancer who want to preserve quality of life.

  • Men with low to intermediate-risk prostate cancer
  • Localized tumors (T1c-T2b)
  • PSA levels typically under 15 ng/mL
  • Gleason score 6-7 (3+4)
  • Desire to preserve urinary and sexual function
  • Preference for outpatient treatment

What to Expect

At Atlanta Prostate Center, we make things easy with a clear, step-by-step process so you can focus on healing.

Schedule Consultation

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Comprehensive evaluation and imaging

We review your PSA test, biopsy, and perform an MRI to map the tumor and confirm candidacy for focal PEF ablation.

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Treatment planning and simulation

Using MRI-ultrasound fusion, we plan electrode paths, set safety margins, and simulate energy delivery to protect nerves and urinary structures.

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PEF ablation procedure

Under anesthesia, precisely placed electrodes deliver ultra-short electrical pulses to the MRI-targeted lesion while surrounding tissue is preserved; most patients go home the same day.

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Follow-up monitoring

We track recovery and cancer control with symptom checks, PSA testing, and scheduled MRI, with additional treatment available if needed.

Ready to learn more about PEF Ablation?

Schedule your consultation today to discover if PEF Ablation is right for you.