In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of a temporary implant for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that the temporary implantable nitinol device (iTind) implantation is effective in treating BPH related symptoms. Some background People diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia...
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The use of prostatic urethral lift as an alternative to TURP (trans-urethral resection of prostate)
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the outcomes after prostatic urethral lift (PUL) procedure in patients who have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that PUL can help with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), even in patients with severe BPH. Some background People diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia...
Read MoreIs Tadalafil effective for urinary symptoms in patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia?
In a nutshell This study looked at using Tadalafil (Cialis) to treat urinary symptoms in men who have Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). It concluded that tadalafil taken for a year could improve urinary symptoms in men who have BPH. Some background Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland. An...
Read MoreIs silodosin effective for the treatment of nocturia in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia?
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the safety and effectiveness of silodosin (Rapaflo, Silodyx) for the treatment of nocturia in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that silodosin is safe and effective for the treatment of nocturia in these patients. Some background People diagnosed with BPH...
Read MoreDrug combinations for lower urinary tract symptoms
In a nutshell This study looked at the effectiveness of different combinations of drugs to treat male and female lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). It concluded that combination drug therapy is a good option for patients who do not benefit from taking only one drug. Some background Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are symptoms which...
Read MoreCan water jet treatment improve prostate symptoms?
In a nutshell This study looked at using aquablation (water jet treatment) to improve the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It concluded that the water jet treament could improve the quality of life and symptoms of patients with BPH. Some background Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of...
Read MoreIs a combination of dutasteride and tamsulosin better for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia?
In a nutshell This study looked at the safety and effectiveness of taking both Dutasteride (Avodart) and Tamsulosin (Flomax) at the same time to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It concluded that the combination treatment was more successful than tamsulosin given alone. Some background Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)...
Read MoreRobotic vs open prostatectomy for benign prostatic hyperplasia
In a nutshell This study compared robot and open prostate removal. It concluded that both improved urinary function but that robot prostate removal had less complications. Some background Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. An enlarged prostate can affect bladder function and...
Read MoreThulium laser enucleation versus thulium laser resection for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia
In a nutshell This study aimed to compare the use of thulium laser enucleation (TLE) versus thulium laser resection (TLR) of the prostate in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia with small prostates (less than 30 grams). This study found that there were no significant differences between the two procedures for these patients. Some background...
Read MoreErectile dysfunction and dribble after urination
In a nutshell This study looked at dribble after urination in men who have erectile dysfunction (ED) and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). This study concluded that there was an association between ED and dribble after urination. Some background Erectile dysfunction (ED) is when you cannot get or keep an erection firm enough to have...
Read MoreIs nocturia more bothersome than daytime urinary symptoms?
In a nutshell This study examined the differences in quality of life for patients with nocturia compared to those with daytime urinary symptoms only. This study found that patients with nocturia had a lower quality of life than patients with daytime symptoms only. Some background People diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH; non-cancerous...
Read MoreIs there an increased risk of an irregular heartbeat in patients with an enlarged prostate?
In a nutshell This study looked at the occurrence of atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study concluded that patients with BPH have an increased risk of atrial fibrillation. Some background Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of...
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