These include alpha blockers, which relax bladder neck muscles, and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors which act to shrink the prostate.
Small implants are placed to lift or hold excess tissue out of the way so it no longer blocks the urethra – with no heating, cutting, or removal, of prostate tissue.1,2
Heat, such as steam or hot water, is applied directly to the prostate to destroy excess tissue.
Concentrated light is used to generate precise, intense heat to destroy excess prostate tissue.
A high-velocity waterjet is used to destroy excess prostate tissue, using an image-guided robotic arm.
An electric wire loop or laser fiber is used to remove or vaporize excess prostate tissue.
The treatment plan you and doctor decide on will likely be influenced by many factors, including quality of life, importance of certain activities, potential side effects, and level of risk involved.
See how typical BPH treatment options align with common treatment goals. Which goals are most important to you?
Many people aren’t comfortable talking about sensitive health topics, even with their doctor, and may downplay or avoid discussing their worsening urinary issues. Health care professionals, especially urologists, often talk with people about urinary problems, and the good news is, BPH symptoms are generally treatable. Discussing your health concerns is the first step towards finding solutions.
Don't hesitate to ask your doctor about minimally invasive procedures like the UroLift™ System.
Let your doctor know if BPH medications aren't helping enough or if you have concerns about potential side effects. Ask about minimally invasive treatment options that align with your treatment goals.
Surveyed said they weren't informed about minimally invasive procedures as an alternative to BPH medications*
Part of the standard of care,6 the UroLift™ System can be used to treat a broad spectrum of anatomies, including lateral and obstructive median lobe and prostates up to 100cc.4,5
The UroLift™ System is the #1 chosen minimally invasive BPH procedure in the U.S.**
Patients treated with the UroLift™ System achieved better reported outcomes in sexual function§ and satisfaction than men who received BPH medication.3
Of men surveyed believe that BPH affects their relationships and 61% say it impacts sex*
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"The advice I would give to men who experience BPH is not to sit around and think it's going to go away...go get yourself checked out." ‡
- Corey B, Age 52
