Avoiding Sexual Side Effects Through PAE
Surgical treatments for benign prostate hyperplasia, such as TURP can result in significant adverse sexual effects, while prostate artery embolization, does not carry this same risk. TURP can result in a condition known as retrograde ejaculation. Some research studies have estimated that 65-75% of men have retrograde ejaculation post-TURP. While other studies, such as this […]
TURP or PAE?
Today we will continue looking at a surgical method to treat benign prostate hyperplasia ( BPH) that has been around for a very long time called transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). We will also compare some of the risks it carries with that of a more recent and extremely effective procedure for BPH called […]
Weighing the Pros and Cons of Each Procedure
When it comes to seeking treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia, it’s important to consider the pros and cons of each treatment approach, as well as the benefits and risks. Being aware of the benefits, as well as the potential risks and complications of each treatment or procedure, can be of great help when working with […]
TURP: The Procedure and The Recovery
Did you know that for around 100 years, transurethral resection of the prostate was the main treatment method for benign prostate hyperplasia? That’s a long time. And, this procedure is still rather common today. So what exactly is a transurethral resection of the prostate? What does it entail? And what does the recovery look like? […]
Treating BPH with Prostate Artery Embolization
From minimally invasive to more extensive surgeries, there are several procedures that can treat benign prostate hyperplasia. In recent years many men suffering from the uncomfortable and disruptive symptoms of an enlarged prostate, have been finding relief through a non-invasive procedure called Prostate Artery Embolization. Prostate Artery Embolization is a procedure performed here at MidAtlantic […]
An Enlarged Prostate: Signs and Symptoms
Getting up several times to urinate throughout the night, could be a symptom of benign prostate hyperplasia. Which is also known as an enlarged prostate. An enlarged prostate? What does that mean? Well, before we get into that, let’s take a look at exactly what the prostate is. The prostate is a small gland that […]
BPH Medication: Combination Therapy
Of all of the medication-based treatments for an enlarged prostate, there is evidence to suggest that combination therapy of alpha-blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, is the most effective. Alpha-blockers are medicines that are used to relax muscle tissue thereby helping to relieve pressure and urinary symptoms associated with an enlarged prostate, such as tamsulosin (Flomax) […]
Prostate Artery Embolization: What the Research Says
In our last article, we took a look at a non-invasive outpatient procedure to treat an enlarged prostate called Prostate Artery Embolization, which we specialize in here at MidAtlantic Vascular and Interventional. Today let’s take a look at what some of the research says about the efficacy of this procedure. A recent study published in […]
Prostate Artery Embolization for an Enlarged Prostate
Here at MidAtlantic Vascular and Interventional, we are proud to offer a non-invasive state-of-the-art treatment for men that are experiencing symptoms due to an enlarged prostate. The treatment is Prostate Artery Embolization, and it is an outpatient procedure that has over a 90% success rate for patients with a symptomatic enlarged prostate. Though it is […]
Prostatitis and BPH
When it comes to experiencing prostate symptoms sometimes it’s hard to tell if the symptoms point to prostatitis or an enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia. Though both conditions can share similar symptoms, there are certain differentiating factors including the cause and the treatment. First of all, BPH is a normal part of […]