A State-of-the-Art Treatment for BPH
Prostate embolization is a minimally invasive procedure that treats benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as prostate enlargement. The prostate surrounds the urethra, normally allowing urine to pass through. As men age, the prostate enlarges, impairing urine flow. A majority of men in their 60s and beyond experience symptoms of BPH. Our experienced South Florida Vascular Associates team performs prostate embolization on-site at the cutting-edge endovascular suite. It’s a same-day procedure, so you can return home afterward.
Benefits Over Other BPH Options
Prostate embolization can significantly relieve the problematic symptoms of BPH. The procedure requires just a a tiny needle puncture in the groin or radial area and only intravenous sedation, which is a sharp contrast to surgeries that typically require large incisions, general anesthesia, and significant downtime. Prostate embolization is, in most cases, a more attractive option than procedures such as:
- Prostatectomy
- TURP
- Urolift
- REZUM
- Aquablation
Some BPH treatments, like transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), carry an increased risk of sexual side effects such as erectile dysfunction. Prostate embolization has fewer side effects and a lower risk of complications than TURP. Some men may even experience improved sexual function following prostate embolization.