GROUNDBREAKING ULTRASOUND MACHINE REVOLUTIONISES PROSTATE CANCER CARE AT WINCHESTER HOSPITAL
The Hampshire Medical Fund is proud to announce the successful funding and delivery of the cutting-edge BK Urology Ultrasound Machine for the Urology Department at Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester, marking a transformative leap forward in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer for men in Hampshire.
The launch of this new equipment comes at a poignant time, as the nation reflects on the devastating news of Sir Chris Hoy’s terminal prostate cancer diagnosis. The arrival of this state-of-the-art equipment offers hope to local men by enabling more accurate diagnoses, leading to enhanced treatment options.
The purchase of the BK Urology Ultrasound System was made possible thanks to the generous donation to the Hampshire Medical Fund from the Prostate Cancer Support Organisation (PCaSO). Representatives from PCaSO joined Mr. Werner Struss and Mr. Tim Nedas, Consultant Urologists at Winchester Hospital, to mark the delivery of this vital resource.
The new machine provides high-resolution imaging and improved biopsy accuracy, which are critical in detecting and treating prostate cancer in its early stages. Its intuitive, touch-based system also ensures faster training for clinicians and quicker procedures, resulting in a higher standard of care for patients.
Mr. Tim Nedas, Consultant Urologist and Trustee of the Hampshire Medical Fund, expressed gratitude for the donation:
“We are deeply thankful to PCaSO for their generosity. This equipment will make a real difference in the journeys of prostate cancer patients, enabling us to provide cutting-edge care that saves lives.”
Mr. Werner Struss, Consultant Urological Surgeon and the driving force behind the bid for the equipment, highlighted the significance of this milestone:
“This ultrasound system represents a major advancement for prostate cancer care at Winchester Hospital. Early detection is key, and this machine will help us achieve that more effectively, offering our patients the best possible outcomes.”
The urology department at Hampshire Hospitals will also be able to use the ultrasound machine to assess the prostates of men who do not have prostate cancer but are looking for help with urinary symptoms caused by their prostates. The department has been working with other local departments to improve the waiting times and outcomes for all patients.
PCaSO is a volunteer-led charity supporting men with prostate cancer across Hampshire, Dorset, and Sussex. In addition to raising awareness and providing vital information, they also offer free PSA testing at locations across Hampshire. PSA testing can detect prostate cancer in its early, more curable stages. For a list of upcoming test dates and locations, visit their website at www.pcaso.org.
If you would like to get involved, take a look at our become a supporter page, or contact our team at office@hampshiremedicalfund.org.
PHOTO: Tim Nedas, Consultant Urologist, Peter Johnson, Treasurer of the Hampshire branch of PCaSO, and Werner Struss, Consultant Urological Surgeon, with the new machine in Winchester Hospital.