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Medical treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia

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Volume 10, Issue 2

Original Article / Published: November 2022

DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.57045/jemis/

V. Todorova, K. Hristov

Department of Urology and Nephrology
Military Medical Academy, Sofia, Bulgaria

Abstract

Benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) is a common disease, which affects male patients with incidence increasing with age. In recent years medical therapy for BPH has evolved, leading to postponement of surgical treatment. Alpha-blockers are considered first line treatment for patients with moderate to severe lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), while 5-alpha reductase inhibitors are prescribed in patients with moderate to severe LUTS and high risk of progression and acute urinary retention. Combination therapy is suitable for selected patients with LUTS and the choice of therapy depends on the main symptoms and risk of progression.

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Keywords:

benign prostatic hyperplasia, lower urinary tract symptoms, alpha-blocker, 5-alpha reductase inhibitor

How to cite this article:

Todorova V, Hristov K. Medical treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Journal of Endourology and Minimally Invasive Surgery (Bulgaria), 2022; 10(2): 10-18

Corresponding author:

Dr. Victoria Todorova

Military Medical Academy of Sofia
Department of Urology and Nephrology
3 “Georgi Sofiiski” blvd.
Sofia 1606, Bulgaria

E-mail: v.todorova0803@gmail.com