In a nutshell This study examined lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with BRCA 1 or 2 genetic mutations (permanent change). This study concluded that urinary flow was lower in men with this mutation compared to those without. Authors also concluded that men with BRCA 1 mutations had differing symptoms than...
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In a nutshell This study examined the 2-year outcomes in men who underwent convective therapy for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study concluded that this minimally invasive procedure was safe and continued to be effective after 2 years. Some background Medications are often the first choice of treatment for men with BPH and lower...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This phase 1/2 trial aims to the effectiveness of prostate artery embolization in treating very large prostate in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The main outcome to be investigated is the change in urinary symptoms. The trial is recruiting in Rhode Island, USA. The details BPH can lead to bothersome urinary...
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In a nutshell This study examined factors that affect treatment outcomes with dutasteride (Avodart) for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Researchers reported that the amount that the prostate protruded into the bladder before treatment was the strongest predictor of treatment success. Some background An enlarged prostate can protrude into the...
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In a nutshell This study examined the effects of aquablation, a new procedure to treat urinary symptoms due to benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH). Researchers reported significantly improved urinary symptoms with few treatment-related side effects following aquablation. Some background BPH can lead to bothersome urinary symptoms that impact quality...
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It’s tough when you have a disorder people aren’t comfortable talking about. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is one of those conditions. So let’s get comfortable with it. What is BPH? Okay. The name of this condition is a clue to what it means and why it’s not discussed…benign means that it is not cancer, prostatic means...
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In a nutshell This study examined the rate of infection associated with Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP), a minimally invasive procedure to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Authors concluded that HoLEP was associated with a low rate of infection. Some background BPH can lead to bothersome urinary symptoms and surgery is...
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In a nutshell This study examined the effect of the patient’s health and number of medical conditions on the occurrence of side effects after transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). Researchers concluded that these did not affect the occurrence of side effects after TURP. Most complications after TURP were considered mild. Some...
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In a nutshell This study examined the effect of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors (5ARIs) on sexual function. In an analysis of many studies, researchers reported an increased risk of sexual side effects in men receiving 5ARIs for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Some background Drugs that are commonly prescribed for treating urinary symptoms in BPH...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study compared outcomes of two minimally invasive surgical procedures used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Researchers concluded that the recently developed transurethral bipolar plasma vaporization of the prostate (BPV) showed comparable treatment outcomes to the current standard-of-care. Some background BPH can...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study compared the rate of complications after 3 surgical procedures to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Researchers reported the lowest rate of encounters between patients and medical staff after transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), the standard of care, compared to two laser surgeries. Some background...
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In a nutshell This study examined the effect of prostate inflammation on the later development or progression of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Researchers reported that the development or progression of BPH was overall not significantly increased by previous prostate inflammation. Some background Inflammation is the body’s response to...
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