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Mr Savio Wong struggled with urinary issues and had to plan his days around toilet access before undergoing a minimally invasive procedure in January 2025.
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- Savio Wong, 55, suffered from BPH symptoms, including frequent urination and flow issues, impacting his daily life and travel.
- Medication became less effective, causing dizziness, so he chose a minimally invasive Temporary Implantable Nitinol Device surgery.
- The four-minute procedure improved his urine flow and quality of life with a quick recovery, eliminating the need to plan around toilet access.
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SINGAPORE – For years, Mr Savio Wong struggled with urinary problems that disrupted his daily life.
At 49, he began waking up every two to three hours at night to urinate, felt pressure and pain in his urinary tract, and often had to force his urine out.
