After a person reaches the age of 40 years old, cells in the prostate gland can sometimes begin to multiply. This growth can lead to enlargement of the gland, causing it to squeeze the urethra, often ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m an 80-year-old male who learned from a much younger male ...

Dear Dr. Roach: Could you give your opinion on the REZUM procedure for enlarged prostate? In February 2016, I underwent the traditional TURP surgery, but with very little success. My new urologist ...

Laser technology has lowered complications for this very common procedure, allowing patients to heal at home. This article was originally published June 5, 2020 on PSQH by Amy E. Krambeck, MD. Benign ...

Laser Prostatectomy for BPH On the Rise From 2000 to 2011, transurethral resection of the prostate for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) decreased and laser procedures increased. Transurethral ...

Dr. Robert Uzzo answers the question: 'Who Gets Robotic/Laparoscopic Surgery?' Jan. 01, 2009 -- Question: Who is an appropriate candidate for a laparoscopic or robot-assisted prostatectomy? Answer: ...

For patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), there are several options when to comes to surgical treatment. A comparison of real-world outcomes reveals significant differences in ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: It was less than five years ago that I had a TURP (transurethral resection of the prostate) surgery for slow urination. It is not at a critical point yet, but it feels like my urine ...

Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) is a procedure where a doctor uses a laser to remove prostate tissue from an enlarged prostate that’s restricting urine flow. Benign prostatic ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m an 80-year-old male who learned from a much younger male about the tremendous improvement he’s had in his life since undergoing a TURP (transurethral resection of the prostate) ...