In a nutshell The authors examined the relationship between prostate size and surgical outcomes following bipolar transurethral enucleation of the prostate (B-TUEP). The authors found that B-TUEP provided symptom relief regardless of prostate size in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Some background BPH is the non-cancerous...
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Comparing enucleation and resection for BPH in medium-sized prostates
In a nutshell This study compared the effectiveness and safety of holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP), bipolar transurethral enucleation of the prostate (bTUEP), and transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) for patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in medium-sized prostates. The authors concluded that all...
Read MoreConventional therapy combined with moxibustion improves urinary symptoms in patients with benign prostate hyperplasia
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...
Read MoreMinimally invasive treatments for BPH-related lower urinary tract symptoms
In a nutshell This study aimed to evaluate a minimally invasive surgical treatment option for lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that the temporary implantable nitinol device (iTIND) is a promising technique for these patients. Some background Benign prostatic...
Read MoreLooking for participants with benign prostatic hyperplasia and overactive bladder to test a new drug
In a nutshell This phase 3 trial is examining the effectiveness of vibegron in the treatment of overactive bladder symptoms (OAB) in patients with prostatic hyperplasia (BPH; enlarged prostatic gland). The main outcome of this trial will be a change in urgency episodes. This trial is being conducted in the US and Canada. The details A benign (not...
Read MoreMetabolic syndrome and smoking are associated with nocturia after transurethral resection of the prostate
In a nutshell This study aimed to evaluate the link between smoking, metabolic syndrome (MetS) and side-effects after prostate surgery. This study found smoking and MetS led to a higher risk of nocturia (waking at night to urinate). Some background Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a surgery used to treat urinary problems due...
Read MoreTemporary implantable nitinol device (i-TIND) for the relief of lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of a temporary implant for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that the temporary implantable nitinol device (iTind) implantation is effective in treating BPH related symptoms. Some background People diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia...
Read MoreSearching for men with urinary symptoms due to an enlarged prostate to test new blood vessel treatment.
In a nutshell This trial aims to assess the safety and effectiveness of prostate artery embolization (PAE – blocking off part of the blood supply to the prostate) to treat urinary symptoms of an enlarged prostate. The main outcome to be measured is side effects from this treatment over 12 months. This trial is being conducted in Chicago,...
Read MoreDoes dutasteride increase male hormones and bladder/prostate symptoms?
In a nutshell This study looked at the effect dutasteride (Avodart) had on testosterone levels, bladder symptoms and testicle size in men with enlarged prostates. The study found that dutasteride increased testosterone which may help with these age-related male symptoms. Some background Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is an enlarged prostate...
Read MoreSilodosin: A promising alpha-blocker for treating BPH
In a nutshell This study evaluated the safety and effectiveness of silodosin (Rapaflo) in treating urinary symptoms among men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Researchers concluded that silodosin is well-tolerated and significantly improves a range of urinary symptoms in most men. Some background Drugs that are commonly prescribed for...
Read MoreProstate artery embolization also suitable for older men
In a nutshell This study examined prostate artery embolization as a minimally invasive procedure to reduce prostate size in older men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The researchers concluded that prostate artery embolization is a safe and effective treatment option for younger as well as older men wit BPH. Some background BPH can lead...
Read MoreRelieving 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...
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