An enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a problem that commonly develops as men age. It is characterized by excessive growth of prostatic tissue, but not considered to be a pre-cancerous lesion.
An estimated 50% of men have microscopic evidence of BPH by age 50 years and 75% by age 80 years. In 40-50% of these patients, BPH becomes clinically significant.
When sufficiently large, the tissue compresses the urethral canal resulting in obstruction to the normal flow of urine. This produces a variety of symptoms, which may include:
Today, there are a variety of medical and surgical options available for the treatment of BPH.
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