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 nick of the skin 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.
You Don’t Have to Live Life with Urinary Problems
Symptoms of BPH
You may benefit from prostate embolization if BPH is causing uncomfortable and bothersome symptoms such as:
- Increased urinary urgency and frequency
- Frequent urination during the night
- A weak urine stream
- Difficulty emptying your bladder
- Discomfort during urination
- Pushing or straining during urination
The Prostate Artery Embolization Procedure
During prostate embolization, our team creates a tiny incision in your groin. They use a specialized type of X-ray guidance to locate the specific blood vessels that deliver blood to your prostate gland.
Then, they inject many microscopic beads to block part of the blood supplying your prostate gland. The team then moves to the other side of your body to treat the blood vessels supplying that part of your prostate gland. They often use the same incision to treat both halves of your prostate gland.
Prostate Artery Embolization Aftercared
Prostate embolization results usually take a couple of weeks to appear, and symptoms continue to improve over the next three or four months as the prostate steadily shrinks. The procedure won’t eliminate your prostate gland; it merely helps it return to a healthier size.
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Up to 90% of men experience benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) by the age of 85. BPH can cause issues like urinary urgency and difficulty controlling urination. Fortunately, prostate embolization at South Florida Vascular Associates can help. To learn more about prostate embolization for BPH, call our Coconut Creek, Boynton Beach, and Plantation, Florida offices.