hypertension | Clinical Trial | Added Jan 28, 2019
Looking for patients with hypertension and chronic kidney disease to test a new drug
This phase 2 trial will investigate the safety and effectiveness of KBP-5074 for the treatment of hypertension. The main outcome will be a change in blood pressure after 84 days.
benign prostatic hyperplasia | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Urology | Added Jan 27, 2019
Water jet vs prostate removal for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
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.
hypertension | Research | 10 pages | source: Hypertension (Dallas, Tex. : 1979) | Added Jan 27, 2019
How important is oral health in blood pressure management?
This study investigated if oral health was linked to blood pressure (BP) management. The authors found that good oral health was associated with better BP control.
benign prostatic hyperplasia | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: The journal of sexual medicine | Added Jan 25, 2019
WAVE improves urinary symptoms while sparing erectile function
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.
hypertension | Research | Treatment | 7 pages | source: International Journal of Cardiology | Added Jan 25, 2019
Can training the respiratory muscles reduce blood pressure?
This study evaluated a procedure called inspiratory muscle training or IMT for its effect on blood pressure and autonomic cardiovascular control in patients with hypertension (high blood pressure).
benign prostatic hyperplasia | Research | 10 pages | source: Medicine | Added Jan 23, 2019
BPH can increase the risk of prostate and bladder cancer
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.
benign prostatic hyperplasia | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Nature Reviews Urology | Added Jan 21, 2019
Obesity, diabetes, and cholesterol: Managing metabolic factors can reduce BPH symptoms
This review outlined the effects of metabolic factors (such as obesity, diabetes, and cholesterol levels) on benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
The authors concluded that weight loss, physical activity, and proper treatment of metabolic disorders can help reduce BPH symptoms.
hypertension | Research | 10 pages | source: High blood pressure & cardiovascular prevention: the official journal of the Italian Society of Hypertension | Added Jan 21, 2019
Can a nutraceutical supplement support lifestyle management of hypertension?
This study investigated the effectiveness of a combined nutraceutical (BPLN®) for the management of hypertension. They found that this supplement reduced blood pressure in patients with hypertension.
benign prostatic hyperplasia | Clinical Trial | Added Jan 20, 2019
Looking for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia to test prostatic artery embolization
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.
