Water Ablation for BPH Lessens Risk of Ejaculatory Dysfunction
A novel approach called “Aquablation” provides results comparable to TURP, but with a decreased likelihood of retrograde ejaculation.
Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Prostatic Urethral Lift Benefits Durable Out to 5 Years
Patients who underwent the minimally invasive procedure had a 36%, 50%, and 44% improvement in IPSS, quality of life, and peak flow rate, respectively, at 5 years.
Dutasteride Linked to Adverse Sexual Side Effects
Long-term use of the drug may predispose men to worsening erectile dysfunction and elevated risk of diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
‘Real-World’ Data Support PUL Use for LUTS
PUL involves placement of small permanent metallic implants into the prostate that lift the lateral lobes away from the urethra and remove obstruction.
Water Vapor Ablation Eases BPH-Related Urinary Retention
In a study, 81.1% of men were able to void after an average of 28 days after treatment.
PCa Treatment Can Relieve Pre-Existing LUTS
Patients’ pre-existing urinary problems influenced their perceptions of symptom relief after prostate cancer treatment.
Bariatric Surgery May Ease LUTS in Obese Men
Study documents significant improvements in frequency, urgency, and nocturia.
Silodosin Safe, Effective for Symptomatic BPH
Three quarters of patients experienced significant improvements in lower urinary tract symptoms and quality of life observed and were satisfied with treatment.
LUTS/BPH Treatments Provide Similar Improvement
Men receiving common medical treatments for LUTS/BPH, including phytotherapy, experienced similar symptom relief.
Larger Prostates Predict Higher Risk of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
The risk is 67% higher in men with a prostate size of 40.1-80 mL than those with smaller glands.
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