Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is the enlargement of the prostate gland which, because of its anatomical position, results in obstruction of the outflow of urine from the bladder. It is a common condition that affects men as they age.
This growth is not cancerous or related to prostate cancer, but it can interfere with the normal flow of urine by compressing the urethra. Although it is a benign process, its progression can significantly impact quality of life if not properly treated.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia or prostatic enlargement manifests itself mainly after the age of 40. At this age, 40% of men present symptoms of this disease, which are mainly manifested in alterations in urinary dynamics. This percentage increases by 10% as each decade progresses, so that almost all men over 80 years of age have urinary problems.
At ROC Clinic, we have a team specialized in the integral approach to BPH, offering personalized solutions and minimally invasive technologies that allow us to treat this condition safely, effectively and with rapid recovery.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is not a cancer nor does it increase the risk of developing it, therefore, it is not a dangerous disease in itself. However, if not treated properly, it can lead to major complications that do seriously affect health and quality of life. Among the possible consequences of uncontrolled BPH are: acute urinary retention (inability to urinate), recurrent urinary tract infections, bladder stone formation, progressive damage to the bladder or kidneys. Therefore, although it is not malignant, it does require medical attention and urological follow-up. With early diagnosis and appropriate treatment, BPH can be effectively controlled and complications avoided.
If BPH is not treated in time, it can cause more serious complications such as bleeding in the urine. But it is more common in diseases such as urinary tract infection; bladder, prostate or kidney cancer; some kidney disease or injury, etc. It is vital to see a doctor as soon as possible.
The prostate helps us to maintain good urinary continence. It also produces much of the seminal fluid, which is like "gasoline" for the sperm.
There are many, but some of the most common are: getting up to urinate at night, urinating many times when getting up in the morning, dropping a few drops at the end of urination, weak urinary stream, having to strain to start urinating.
Initial experience with thulium fiber laser for prostate enucleation: Analysis of the intraoperative and short-term outcomes in a prospective, multicenter cohort.
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Programming of the 2022 courses in Holmium laser prostatic enucleation.