In a nutshell This study examined the effects of hormone levels on treatment with tadalafil (Cialis) for erectile dysfunction in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Authors concluded that tadalafil improved erectile function in men with BPH regardless of hormone levels before treatment. Some background BPH can lead to bothersome urinary...
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Comparing alpha-blockers in treating BPH with overactive bladder symptoms
In a nutshell This study directly compared two alpha-blockers, silodosin (Rapaflo) and naftopidil (Flivas), in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) with overactive bladder symptoms. Researchers reported greater improvements in overactive bladder symptoms with silodosin. No differences in side effects were observed between the two...
Read MoreCan minimally invasive laser surgery treat BPH and bladder stones at the same time?
In a nutshell This study compared the outcomes of a combined minimally invasive laser surgery to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and bladder stones at the same time. Authors concluded that combined minimally invasive laser surgery is safe and effective in men with BPH and bladder stones. Some background BPH can lead to bothersome urinary...
Read MoreMinimally invasive laser surgery (HoLEP) as effective as conventional surgery for large BPH
In a nutshell This study compared robot-assisted open surgery and holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) for the treatment of large benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Researchers reported similar results with robot-assisted prostate surgery and HoLEP in men with very large prostates. Some background BPH can lead to bothersome urinary...
Read MoreCombination therapy beneficial for men with BPH with overactive bladder symptoms
In a nutshell This study examined the benefit of combining silodosin (Rapaflo) with propiverine (Mictonorm) in reducing urinary symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Authors reported greater overall improvements when both therapies were combined. Some background Men with BPH often experience urinary symptoms that can...
Read MoreTURP, GreenLight, and ThuVEP – three minimally invasive procedures compared
In a nutshell This study compared three minimally invasive surgical procedures used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Researchers reported good outcomes with each procedure with some differences in recovery time and prostate size reduction. Some background Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is the most common surgery used...
Read MoreThe impact of different BPH surgical techniques on erectile function
In a nutshell This study examined the impact of different surgical techniques for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) on erectile function. Authors reported either no change or even an improvement in erectile function for most surgical techniques studied. Only photoselective vaporization (PVP) was associated with a decrease in erectile...
Read MoreHow widespread are urinary symptoms in the general population?
In a nutshell This study examined the prevalence of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and urinary symptoms among men in the general population. Researchers reported a considerably high prevalence of urinary symptoms, which was higher among older men, and progressed over 3 years for most men. Some background BPH can lead to bothersome urinary...
Read MoreWAVE improves urinary symptoms while sparing erectile function
In a nutshell This study examined the the effects of WAVE (water vapor energy ablation) – a new procedure to relieve urinary symptoms due to benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH). Researchers reported fast and lasting improvements in urinary symptoms with a low rate of side effects. Some background BPH can lead to bothersome urinary...
Read MoreLaser technology to treat BPH in patients with small prostate volume
In a nutshell This review aimed to determine which method of laser technology, between PVP and HoLEP, was more effective for treating lower urinary tract symptoms in patients with small prostate volumes. The authors concluded that both methods were safe and effective forms of treatment. Some background In benign prostate hyperplasia, the prostate...
Read MoreModerate BPH symptoms: When is lifestyle advice enough?
In a nutshell This study examined predictors of treatment success of drug therapy or watchful waiting in men with moderate benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Authors reported that a low degree of moderate BPH symptom bother is a relevant indicator for watchful waiting as a management option. Some background BPH can lead to bothersome urinary...
Read MoreBPH can increase the risk of prostate and bladder cancer
In a nutshell This study analyzed the association between benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostate and bladder cancer. Researchers concluded that the risk of prostate and bladder cancer is increased in men with BPH. Some background BPH can lead to bothersome urinary symptoms that can impact quality of life. BPH has also been associated with...
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