This clinical overview details the latest evidence-based strategies for diagnosing and treating symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia in men.

Figure 1. The formation of AA and LA metabolites (ASA-COX―acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) cyclooxygenase, PGG―prostaglandin G, LOX―lipoxygenase, HETE―hydroxyeicosatetraenoic acids, ...

There are many potential causes of BPH, but most experts agree that age and gender are the primary factors. A family history of BPH also increases your risk for an enlarged prostate. The healthcare ...

A randomized controlled trial compared the efficacy and safety of bipolar enucleation vs bipolar TURP in men with large prostates and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Dr. Robert Nadler answers the question: 'What Is Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia?' March 16, 2009 -- Question: What is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and how is BPH treated? Answer: BHP, or benign ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am 71 and began having urinary issues due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) many years ago. I took alpha blockers (Flomax, double Flomax and tadalifil), which didn't provide any ...

A head-to-head trial of minimally invasive procedures to manage benign prostatic hyperplasia found that urethral implants appear to provide more durable control of symptoms than thermal therapy. The ...

Alfuzosin is contraindicated in patients with a hypersensitivity to alfuzosin or other quinazolones. Alfuzosin should be used cautiously in patients who are predisposed to hypotension, including ...