Urology news
The role of the endocrine system in BPH development
20.01.2017
A new review article published in Andrology summarises the influence of endocrine factors and inflammation in the pathogenesis of benign prostatic hyperplasisa
Poor physical health after BPH surgery
20.01.2017
A study of Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL), sexual function and psychological well-being found that physical health of BPH patients after prostatic surgery was poor
Laser treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia
20.01.2017
Laser treatment for BPH rivals the gold-standard TURP with fewer complications. This review examines the most commonly used lasers in BPH surgery
Resistive index of prostatic blood flow in diagnosis of BPH
20.01.2017
A prospective study in Korea shows the clinical significance of the resistive index of prostatic blood flow for non-invasive diagnosis of BPH with LUTS
Androgen receptor expression in benign and malignant epithelium
20.01.2017
Staining intensity for the androgen receptor was more intense in cases of prostate cancer compared to benign prostatic hyperplasia
The relationship between metabolic syndrome, BPH and LUTS
20.01.2017
A new study published in Urology journal has identified that metabolic syndrome is significantly associated with predictors of BPH and the severity of LUTS
UroLift in the management of BPH
20.01.2017
A review of the UroLift system in the management of benign prostatic hyperplasia, considering the technique, advantages, limitations and concerns.
Updated guidelines for treatment and management of BPH
20.01.2017
Updated guidelines for the treatment and management of patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia recommended by researchers from Toronto, Canada.
Prostatic urethral angle and response to α-blockers
20.01.2017
Research shows that a lower prostatic urethral angle (<33.5°) in patients with LUTS could predict improved response to α-blockers for treatment of nocturia.
MRI classification of BPH may improve treatment options
20.01.2017
Researchers from Chicago suggest that superior contrast of MRI appears better than ultrasound for classification of types of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Economic analysis of PSA screening and treatment strategies
20.01.2017
Researchers from Seattle suggest strategies to extend PSA screening interval or higher PSA biopsy thresholds could preserve therapeutic benefit and cost.