Benign prostatic hyperplasia: a highly prevalent disease in the elderly

The present review aims to provide an overview of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which has a remarkably high prevalence. The various theories of the aetiology of the disease are discussed, with special emphasis on those that concern the influence of growth factors. Questions related to the phys...

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Published inRevista española de geriatría y gerontología Vol. 43; no. 1; p. 44
Main Authors Fernández Arjona, Manuel, Pereira Sanz, Ignacio
Format Journal Article
LanguageSpanish
Published Spain 01.01.2008
Subjects
Humans
Male
Prostatic Hyperplasia - diagnosis
Prostatic Hyperplasia - epidemiology
Prostatic Hyperplasia - etiology
Prostatic Hyperplasia - physiopathology
Prostatic Hyperplasia - therapy
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Summary:The present review aims to provide an overview of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which has a remarkably high prevalence. The various theories of the aetiology of the disease are discussed, with special emphasis on those that concern the influence of growth factors. Questions related to the physiopathology of BPH are briefly summarized, since many symptoms apparently related to the disease may be caused by ageing or by interacting factors other than prostatism. The most common clinical manifestations, with symptoms divided into irritative and obstructive, as well as the currently available diagnostic procedures, are described. Finally, the therapeutic options are discussed, with special reference to KTP and Holmiun laser, which will drastically change treatment in the future.
ISSN:0211-139X