In a nutshell This study investigated the long-term effectiveness of the Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) in patients with benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH). Researchers suggested that HoLEP ensures durable effectiveness in these patients. Some background Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) is an enlargement of the prostate...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the effects of silodosin (Rapaflo) on sexual function in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The main finding was that silodosin improved erectile function for most participants. Some background Sexual dysfunction is a common side effect of BPH (enlarged prostate gland). This may include...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of moxibustion in addition to conventional therapy for benign prostatic enlargement (BPE). Researchers suggested that moxibustion might be a good addition in the treatment of these patients. Some background Benign prostate hyperplasia (BPE) affects one-third of men older than 50 years...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of mirabegron (Myrbetriq) on overactive bladder (OAB) in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) receiving tamsulosin (Flomax) therapy. Researchers suggested that mirabegron is a good and safe treatment for these patients. Some background OAB is present in 23% of the US population and...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of prostatic urethral lift (PUL) in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Researchers suggested that this treatment is a good and safe option to treat BPH. Some background BHP consists of the enlargement of the prostate gland. This may compress the urethra (urinary tube) causing...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to compare the effectiveness and safety of tamsulosin (Flomax) versus tamsulosin and tadalafil (Cialis) for the treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). The main finding was that the combination treatment appeared to improve LUTS more than treatment with tamsulosin alone, with no difference in side effects. Some...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness and safety of prostate photovaporization (PVP) in benign prostatic enlargement. The main finding was that PVP improved prostate symptoms and quality of life. Some background PVP is a procedure that uses a laser to vaporize (burn away) part of the prostate gland. This can help...
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In a nutshell The study evaluated the complications of surgery for benign prostatic enlargement (BPE) and which factors influence them. The main finding was that surgery complications increased over the years and in patients with prior medical therapy. Some background BPE is a non-cancerous increase in the size of the prostate...
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In a nutshell This study compared the outcomes of two different types of prostate surgery for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. The authors concluded that vaporization was associated with more side effects after surgery compared to loop resection. Some background Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition where the prostate...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of tadalafil (Cialis) on patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS). The main finding was that tadalafil improved CP/CPPS in these patients. Some background CP/CPPS is lower abdominal pain usually in the pelvis or groin region. It is...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study aimed to compare two different treatments for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that there was similar effectiveness between these treatment options for BPH. Some background Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. Photoselective...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed trials that compared the safety and effectiveness of two different surgical procedures for patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia. The authors found that EEP and ENE are effective and safe for these patients. Some background In benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), the prostate is enlarged and presses on...
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