In a nutshell This study compared using water jet therapy or prostate removal surgery in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It concluded that 1 year after the procedures, BPH symptoms were similar. It also concluded that complications were similar between the two procedures. Some background Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This trial is looking at the safety and effectiveness of using an injection of stem cells to improve the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The main outcome to be measured is the improvements in urinary symptoms and the appearance of side effects. This study is taking place in Montana, USA. The...
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In a nutshell This trial is looking at the use of prostatic artery embolization (PAE) to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men. The main outcome to be measured is a change in prostate symptoms at 3, 12, 24 and 36 months. The details Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate...
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In a nutshell This study looked at factors which may cause incontinence after laser breakdown of prostate tissue. It concluded that pre-existing incontinence or weak urinary muscles could cause incontinence after the laser procedure. Some background Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the safety and effectiveness of mirabegron (Myrbetriq) in treating overactive bladder (OAB) in men. It concluded that mirabegron was a safe and effective OAB treatment in men. Some background Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a sudden, frequent urge to urinate. It may result in urge incontinence (inability to hold on...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study aimed to evaluate endoscopic surgery compared to open and robotic surgery in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study recommended that endoscopic surgery be used first-line for the treatment of BPH. Some background Prostate surgery is a treatment option for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the best way to preserve warmth in surgical patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that use of a forced-air warming system combined with an electric blanket was an effective method to retain warmth among elderly patients with BPH. Some background Hypothermia...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study compared Thulium laser VapoEnucleation (ThuVEP) and GreenLight laser photoselective vaporization of the prostate (PVP) for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that PVP and ThuVEP were similarly effective in the treatment of BPH. Some background Benign prostatic...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to evaluate the use of photo-selective vaporization of the prostate (PVP) in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that PVP is a safe and effective procedure for the treatment of BPH. Some background Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland....
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In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the effects of combining dutasteride (Avodart) and solifenacin (Vesicare) on sexual function in men being treated for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that the combination of dutasteride and solifenacin does not alter sexual function for men with BPH. Some...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the effect on sexual function of water vapor therapy for the treatment of urinary symptoms from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that water vapor therapy is effective and does not affect sexual function for men with BPH. Some background Urinary symptoms caused by BPH...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the use of cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) for the prevention of recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) for men with benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that vitamin D3 supplementation may be protective against recurrent UTIs among patients with BPH. Some background People...
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