Benign prostatic hyperplasia Posts on Medivizor

Posted by Medivizor on Jul 7, 2024 in Benign prostatic hyperplasia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness of holmium laser enucleation of the median lobe of the prostate (HoLEP) on preserving sexual and urinary function in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The data showed that HoLEP significantly improved urinary function with preservation of ejaculation (sexual function) in these...

Posted by Medivizor on May 26, 2024 in Benign prostatic hyperplasia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study compared the outcomes between holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HOLEP), open simple prostate surgery (OSP), and robotic simple prostate surgery (RSP) in patients with benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH) and large prostates. The data showed that HoLEP was associated with a significantly shorter operative time, length of...

Posted by Medivizor on Aug 27, 2023 in Benign prostatic hyperplasia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of Quisqualis indica (Rangoon creeper or Chinese honeysuckle; a type of plant) extract for the treatment of patients with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). The data showed that Quisqualis indica extract was safe and effective for the treatment of these patients. Some background Benign...

Posted by Medivizor on Apr 30, 2023 in Benign prostatic hyperplasia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the outcomes of GreenLight laser photoselective vaporization (PVP) in patients with large prostates for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The data showed that GreenLight PVP was safe and effective in these patients. Some background Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement...

Posted by Medivizor on Nov 22, 2022 in Benign prostatic hyperplasia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the outcomes of single-pass versus multiple-pass during aquablation in patients with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The data showed that treatment with multiple passes during aquablation improved the urinary outcomes compared to a single pass in these patients. Some...

Posted by Medivizor on Nov 5, 2022 in Benign prostatic hyperplasia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study compared the safety and effectiveness of salvage (S) and primary (P) holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It also evaluated what were the procedures leading to S-HoLEP in these patients. The authors concluded that S-HoLEP was similar to...

Posted by Medivizor on Oct 16, 2022 in Benign prostatic hyperplasia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness of tadalafil (Cialis) alone, silodosin (Rapaflo) alone, and the combination of both in the treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The data showed that a combination of tadalafil plus silodosin is more effective than either drug alone in...

Posted by Medivizor on Sep 18, 2022 in Benign prostatic hyperplasia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the short-term functional outcomes and safety of holmium (HoLEP) and thulium fiber laser enucleation of the prostate (ThuFLEP) treatment for patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The data showed that both HoLEP and ThuFLEP surgeries are similar in terms of functional outcomes and safety in these patients....

Posted by Medivizor on May 31, 2022 in Benign prostatic hyperplasia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of Rezum water vapor therapy in real-world patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The data showed that Rezum water vapor therapy was safe and effective in these patients. Some background Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate...