Recent advances in treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia [version 1; referees: 2 approved]

• Main Authors: Simon van Rij, Peter Gilling
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: F1000 Research Ltd 2015-12-01
• Series: F1000Research
• Subjects: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia & Prostatitis; Genitourinary Cancers; Lower Urinary Tract: Dysfunction, Incontinence & Urodynamics; Mood Disorders; New Technology; Sexual Dysfunction
• Online Access: http://f1000research.com/articles/4-1482/v1

Clinical benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), often identified as a worsening ability of a male to pass urine, is a significant problem for men in our society. In 2015, the use of personalised medicine is tailoring treatment to individual patient needs and to genetic characteristics. Technological advances in surgical treatment are changing the way BPH is treated and are resulting in less morbidity. The future of BPH treatments is exciting, and a number of novel techniques are currently under clinical trial.