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...
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Relieving BPH symptoms with a WAVE
In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of WAVE (Water Vapor Energy Ablation) – a new procedure to relieve urinary symptoms due to benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH). WAVE was found to be a simple, effective and safe method of treating BPH symptoms. Some background Benign prostatic hyperplasia may lead to troublesome urinary...
Read MoreCan microwave therapy replace surgical resection?
In a nutshell This study evaluated the benefits and harms of microwave thermotherapy in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and urinary symptoms. Some background Benign prostatic hyperplasia may lead to troublesome urinary symptoms, often requiring surgical intervention. A procedure called transurethral resection of the prostate...
Read MoreUrethral lift: A new procedure to relieve BPH symptoms
In a nutshell This study reviewed the effects of prostatic urethral lift (PUL) – a new procedure to relieve urinary symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia. Some background Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) may lead to troublesome urinary symptoms, often requiring surgical intervention. Since many interventions are associated...
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