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January 18, 2017January 18, 2017

Changes in Sequence of 2 Genes Seen to Influence BPH Development, Prostate Volume

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Changes in the sequence of two genes, EGF and EGFR, may affect the clinical development of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) by influencing prostate volume and PSA levels, according to new research. The ... Read more

January 16, 2017January 16, 2017

Several Sex Hormones, Including Estrogen, Seen to Contribute to BPH

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The mechanisms leading to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) likely involve changes in steroid sex hormones that go beyond testosterone, at least in black men. The study, “The role of sex ... Read more

January 13, 2017

Patient-enrollment Completed for Comparison of Two Enlarged-prostate Surgery Approaches

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A Phase 3 trial that will compare two types of surgery for an enlarged prostate — Procept BioRobotics‘ Aquablation water-beam approach versus the traditional approach of transurethral resection of the prostate ... Read more

January 11, 2017

Combination Therapy Significantly Improved BPH Symptoms in Men, Study Finds

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A combination therapy composed of a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor and an alpha-blocker provides significant improvements in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), according to a new study. But a high percentage ... Read more

January 9, 2017

Abdominal Obesity May Increase Risk of Developing BPH, Study Shows

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Abdominal obesity and increased levels of leptin (a hormone that sends a signal when the stomach is full after eating) are associated with an increased risk of developing benign prostatic ... Read more

January 6, 2017

Cranberry Extract May Prevent Urinary Tract Infections in BPH Patients

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A new study has found that a standardized, high-concentration cranberry extract could lower the number of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) patients when combined with standard management. Since ... Read more

January 4, 2017

‘Glue’ Injection Cuts Blood Loss in BPH Patients Undergoing TURP, Study Shows

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Injecting fibrin glue into the prostate at the end of surgery for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) reduces bleeding and has no impact on symptoms after the procedure, according to a study ... Read more

December 21, 2016

Study Deems Laser Resection Technique Safe, Effective for BPH Patients at Risk of Bleeding

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Patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) who are at high risk of bleeding can be safely and efficiently treated with a laser surgery called two-micrometer (2-μm) continuous laser vaporization, according ... Read more

December 19, 2016December 19, 2016

Thermobalancing Therapy Improved Symptoms of BPH, Lowered Prostate Volumes, According to Study

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Thermobalancing therapy, using a device that increases the temperature of the prostate gland, improved symptoms and lowered prostate volume in some men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The study, “Use ... Read more

December 16, 2016

Blood MicroRNAs Can Help Distinguish Between Prostate Cancer and BPH, Study Says

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MicroRNAs present in the blood show promise as potential minimally invasive biomarkers to help doctors distinguish between prostate cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), new research suggests. The study, “Different ... Read more