New procedure offers relief for men with enlarged prostate

For many men, living with an enlarged prostate can mean restless nights, constant trips to the bathroom, and a loss of confidence. Now, a new minimally invasive procedure at AdventHealth Palm Coast Parkway is offering relief — without the risks of major surgery.

The procedure, called prostate artery embolization (PAE), is performed by Dr. Kyle Burton, an interventional radiologist with AdventHealth Medical Group. Burton is currently the only physician offering PAE in AdventHealth’s East Florida Division.

“PAE is an important step forward in how we treat an enlarged prostate,” said Burton. “It gives patients in Flagler County access to the latest care options with fewer risks and quicker recovery. Our goal is to expand choices so men can find the treatment that works best for them — without having to wait months or travel far from home.”

BPH — benign prostatic hyperplasia — is a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate that affects millions of men. It can cause frequent or urgent trips to the restroom, weak urinary flow, and incomplete emptying of the bladder.

Traditionally, severe cases required surgery known as TURP, which involves general anesthesia, a hospital stay, and a higher chance of side effects like incontinence.

By contrast, PAE is done as an outpatient procedure under light sedation. Using a catheter, Burton blocks small blood vessels that feed the prostate, causing it to shrink. Patients typically return home the same day.

AdventHealth Palm Coast Parkway also offers Aquablation therapy, a robotic-assisted treatment introduced in 2023 that uses a heat-free waterjet to remove excess prostate tissue. While Aquablation remains an important option for many patients, PAE is expanding choices even further — giving men in Flagler County access to the latest treatments tailored to their needs.

Nearly one in three Flagler County residents is over the age of 65, according to AdventHealth’s 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment. For many, conditions like enlarged prostate are a daily challenge — affecting sleep, daily routines and overall well-being. Expanding access to innovative treatments like PAE and Aquablation helps meet that growing need and ensures patients can receive advanced care without leaving the community.

With these advanced options available, Burton has become a regional leader in BPH treatment. At AdventHealth Palm Coast Parkway, he performs PAE using cone beam CT imaging — the only technology of its kind in Flagler County. Since January, he has completed more than 65 PAE cases, up from just 28 earlier this year, with more scheduled in the months ahead.

Plans are also underway to expand access to PAE at additional AdventHealth locations, including AdventHealth Palm Coast.