A New Solution for a Common Issue: Prostate Relief Without Surgery
As men age, many deal with an annoying, but common issue: benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), aka an enlarged prostate. In fact, by the time they hit 50, about half of all men will experience it, and the odds only increase with age. An enlarged prostate can squeeze the urethra, causing all sorts of frustrating issues like a weak urine stream, difficulty emptying the bladder, and a frequent or urgent need to pee.
For men like Mr. Pena, these symptoms were seriously disruptive to his life. When he found himself dealing with the uncomfortable and limiting symptoms of a severely enlarged prostate, his choices seemed pretty bleak: keep relying on a catheter or undergo general anesthesia and surgery, which come with some serious risks- think incontinence and impotence.
Neither option sounded like a good time.
Then, his urologists at Access Urology introduced him to something new: Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE). This minimally invasive, outpatient procedure uses tiny beads to block blood flow to the prostate, shrinking it without the need for surgery. The result? Relief with virtually no risk of incontinence or impotence, and a quick recovery.
Within a week of the procedure, Mr. Pena noticed big improvements, and after six months, his symptoms were totally gone.
Why PAE Might Be Your New Best Friend
So, what makes prostate artery embolization stand out from the crowd of traditional treatments? Let’s break it down:
Minimally Invasive: PAE is done through a tiny incision in the groin, which means less risk of infection and other complications. Unlike traditional surgery, there’s no cutting or removing prostate tissue.
Low Risk of Side Effects: One of the biggest perks of PAE is its low risk of causing incontinence or impotence—two common and dreaded side effects of traditional surgeries like transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP).
Quick Recovery: Because PAE is less invasive, recovery time is short. Most patients can get back to their normal activities pretty quickly after the procedure.
Effective Relief: Clinical trials show that PAE is highly effective in reducing urinary symptoms, with improvements continuing for up to six months after the procedure.
Outpatient Procedure: No need for a hospital stay—PAE is typically done as an outpatient procedure, so you can go home the same day and sleep in your own bed.
A New Lease on Life
For men like Mr. Pena, PAE is more than just another treatment—it’s a way to reclaim life without the hassle.
At Access Urology, we believe in making sure our patients know about all their treatment options. Thanks to advancements like PAE, men with bothersome lower urinary tract symptoms now have a safer, less invasive option to consider—one that offers significant relief without the risks associated with traditional surgeries.
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