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| Topic: |
kidney and urologic diseases (ku) |
| Title: |
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. |
| Author: |
Gretzer, M.B. |
| Source: |
IN: Kellogg Parsons, J.; James Wright, E., eds. Brady Urology Manual. New York, NY: Informa Healthcare USA. 2006. pp 71-84. |
| Availability: |
Available from Informa Healthcare USA. 52 Vanderbilt Avenue, New York, NY 10017. Email: healthcare .enquiries@informa.com. Website: www.informahealthcare .com/. Price: $124.95. |
| Abstract: |
This chapter about benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is from a reference handbook that offers a comprehensive overview of urology, presented in outline and bulleted formats for ease of access in the busy health care world of hospital emergency rooms and outpatient clinics. The author defines BPH as uncontrolled, nonmalignant growth of the prostate characterized by hyperplasia of epithelial and stromal cells within the transition zone. The chapter covers prostate anatomy, presentation and epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, initial patient evaluation, general principles of treatment, watchful waiting, medical therapy, and minimally invasive therapies, including transurethral microwave therapy (TUMT), transurethral needle ablation (TUNA), prostatic urethral stents, transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), transurethral electrovaporization of the prostate (TUVP), transurethral incision of the prostate (TUIP), laser ablation, and open prostatectomy. Clinically, BPH typically presents with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). The American Urological Association (AUA) Symptom Index can be used as a measure for grading symptom severity, determining need for therapy, and assessing response to therapy. The authors stress that, due to the variability of the impact of LUTS on quality of life among men with BPH, the patient’s perception of the severity of the condition remains a primary determinant in the selection of management options. The chapter concludes with a list of references for additional reading and an appendix that reprints the AUA symptom index for BPH. 2 appendices. 2 figures. 44 references. |
| Format: |
Book Chapter |
| Language: |
English. |
| Major Keywords: |
Urologic Diseases. Patient Care Management. Symptoms. Risk Factors. Diagnosis. Therapy. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. |
| Minor Keywords: |
Diagnostic Tests. Pathophysiology. Urinary Tract. Urination Disorders. Watchful Waiting. Drug Therapy. Prostatectomy. Transurethral Resection. Quality of Life. |
| Publication Number: |
KUBK11686 |
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