Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia What is it and what are its symptoms?
Difficulty urinating, frequent urination, waking up at night… These are the most common complaints seen in many men as they age. benign prostatic hyperplasia (benign prostatic hyperplasia – BPH)’dir.
Is surgery necessary?
No. Nowadays minimally invasiveIn other words, thanks to non-surgical treatment methods, BPH can be controlled without the need for surgery.
Most Preferred Non-Surgical Methods
Two methods have emerged as prominent in recent years:
- Rezum – Steam therapy
- PAE – Prostatic artery embolization
They both operate on different principles. However, there are significant differences in terms of success rates, side effects, and feasibility.
Rezum: Targeted Therapy with the Power of Vapor
Rezum is a procedure performed by inserting a controlled amount of steam into the prostate through the urethra. The steam destroys cells, and the tissue shrinks over time.
Advantages:
- It works in a targeted manner, affecting only the overgrown tissue.
- The rate of preserving sexual function is very high.
- It allows for a quick return to normal life.
- It has a high success rate in medium-sized prostates.
- It is also effective in patients with median lobe damage.
Application Period: The procedure takes approximately 15 minutes, is usually performed under local anesthesia, and the patient is discharged the same day.
PAE: Intravenous Tissue Reduction
In PAE (Patent Aesthetic Enlargement) procedures, blood vessels supplying the prostate are blocked through incisions in the groin. This reduces blood flow and causes the prostate to shrink.
Points to Consider:
- Success is the one who performs the action. experience of the interventional radiologist He is very devoted.
- Vascular structures vary from patient to patient, making it difficult to locate target vessels.
- In some countries, it is still considered experimental.
- Long-term results data is limited.
Why might Rezum be a more sensible option?
- It has been tested on larger patient groups.
- Long-term clinical results are available.
- It can be implemented quickly and has a low complication rate.
- The results are more predictable.
In PAE, the results can vary depending on the vascular structure and the physician’s experience, and there are also risks such as blockage of unwanted vessels.
Our Approach at UroHealth
Every patient is different. At UroHealth:
- The severity of the disease,
- The shape and size of the prostate,
- Your lifestyle and expectations
We are evaluating it together.
We are not suggesting just one method; all scientific options He explains, and we make the decision together.
Conclusion: Empower Yourself with Knowledge, Choose the Right Treatment.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a treatable condition. However, the choice of treatment method is important. patient specific Rezum should be preferred by many men today due to its rapid recovery, low-risk profile, and high patient satisfaction. the most suitable and safest option It stands out as such.
