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Benign Prostate Disease
Common Issues Associate with an Enlarged Prostate or BPH
As a man advances in years, he will almost invariably experience some degree of BPH, or benign prostatic hyperplasia — also known as an enlarged prostate. The most common issues associated with this condition are lower urinary tract symptoms such as frequent urination and impaired urine flow. Less commonly, BPH may cause life-threatening problems, including urinary tract infections, urinary retention, and renal failure.
A practical Approach to the Effective Treatment of BPH
NYU Urology Associates offers both comprehensive urinary tract evaluation and a practical approach to the effective treatment of BPH. In the 1990s, our physicians led the clinical studies that validated the medical therapies now routinely used in clinical practice. Today, even newer and more effective medications and surgical techniques are available for shrinking or removing the obstructing prostate tissue. Both forms of treatment are constantly being refined and have fewer side effects than ever before. In addition to standard medical and surgical treatments, our doctors are investigating experimental therapies. For example, we now utilize state-of-the-art laser technologies as a minimally-invasive, outpatient treatment for BPH.
A Full Array of Options to Alleviate Urinary Symptoms Due to Prostatitis
Like BPH, prostatitis is a benign condition of the prostate that produces bothersome urinary symptoms. This condition, which can have a number of causes, typically occurs in men between 20 and 50 years of age. Because there are few proven effective therapies for prostatitis, NYU Urology Associates utilize a full array of medical options designed to alleviate urinary symptoms in order to improve the patient’s quality of life.
The Benign Prostate Disease Program is committed to the development of innovative medical and surgical therapies for benign prostatic disease such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Estimated to affect over half of all men over age 50, BPH can be extremely bothersome to both men and their partners. Our group offers a comprehensive urinary tract evaluation and a practical approach to treating this condition. In addition to standard medical and surgical treatments for BPH, Dr. Alukal also offers experimental therapies as part of ongoing clinical trials.
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- Dr. Joseph Alukal (646-825-6323)
