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Posted by on Jul 31, 2019 in Benign prostatic hyperplasia | 0 comments

In a nutshell

This study aimed to investigate the effect of photoselective vaporization of the prostate (PVP) on erectile function in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that PVP improved sexual function in patients who had erectile dysfunction (ED) before treatment. 

Some background

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. Photoselective vaporization of the prostate (PVP) can be used to treat BPH. This procedure uses a laser to remove prostate tissue that is blocking urine flow. Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a side-effect of BPH and of laser treatment. This is the inability to get or keep an erection firm enough to have sexual intercourse.

It is unclear what effect PVP has on ED. 

Methods & findings

This study included 265 patients. They had PVP to treat BPH. They were split into 2 groups. Group A had a worse baseline sexual function. Group B had a better baseline sexual function. Patients filled out questionnaires about their quality of life. They were followed up for an average of 36 months.

There were improvements in quality of life at every follow-up visit throughout the 36 months in both groups. In group A, erectile function was significantly improved at 1 and 12 months after treatment.

The bottom line

This study found that PVP improved ED symptoms in patients who had ED before treatment. 

The fine print

This study was based on medical records. Data might have been missing and may have affected the results.

Published By :

Urology

Date :

Jul 04, 2019

Original Title :

Vaporization of Prostate by 160W GreenLight Laser on Postoperative Erectile Function – A Single center report.

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