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If medications aren’t enough to treat symptoms of an enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH, you may be a candidate for treatment with the innovative UroLift® system. At Comprehensive Urology in the Beverly Grove neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, the team of board-certified urology experts offers in-office UroLift implant procedures to prevent enlarged prostate tissue from interfering with urination. To determine if UroLift is right for you, call the office, or request a consultation online today.
Men seeking relief from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) now have access to advanced, minimally invasive treatments like UroLift and prostate artery embolization (PAE). Both procedures are available from the world-class interventional radiologists at Comprehensive Urology in Los Angeles, who are dedicated to providing personalized, effective solutions for urinary symptoms.
UroLift is a minimally invasive procedure that uses tiny implants to hold the enlarged prostate tissue away from the urethra, improving urine flow without cutting, heating, or removing tissue. UroLift is performed in-office, offers quick symptom relief, and preserves sexual function. It’s ideal for men with mild to moderate benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and those looking for a rapid return to normal activities.
Prostate artery embolization (PAE) works by blocking the blood supply to the prostate, causing it to shrink and relieve urinary symptoms. PAE is especially beneficial for men with larger prostates, those who wish to avoid surgical intervention, or individuals with higher surgical risk. Studies suggest PAE may provide longer-lasting results and treat the root cause of BPH by reducing prostate size, with a lower recurrence rate compared to UroLift.
Both procedures are associated with minimal side effects. UroLift may cause temporary urinary discomfort, urgency, or blood in the urine, usually resolving within a week. Sexual side effects are rare. PAE is also well tolerated, with most patients experiencing only mild pelvic discomfort or urinary symptoms for a few days. PAE has a low risk of sexual side effects and major complications.
Recovery from UroLift is typically very fast, with most men resuming normal activities within 1-2 days. Symptom improvement is often noticeable within two weeks. PAE offers a similarly brief recuperation period, with most patients returning to daily routines within 1-2 days and experiencing significant symptom relief within a week.
Feature/Benefit | UroLift | Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) |
Technique | Implants to retract prostate tissue | Blocks blood supply to prostate (microspheres) |
Invasiveness | Minimally invasive, in-office | Minimally invasive, outpatient |
Recovery Time | 1-2 days for most activities | 1-2 days for most activities |
Symptom Relief Onset | Within 2 weeks | Within 1 week |
Risk of Sexual Side Effects | Very low | Very low |
Hospital Stay | Not required | Not required |
Ideal Candidates | Mild to moderate BPH, average prostate size | Moderate to severe BPH, larger prostate, high-risk surgical patients |
Long-Term Efficacy | May require retreatment | Lower recurrence rates, treats root cause |
Performed by | Interventional radiologists | Interventional radiologists |
Both UroLift and PAE are viable options for BPH, and the expert team at Comprehensive Urology in Los Angeles can help you decide which approach best fits you.
UroLift is a minimally invasive treatment option for an enlarged prostate, a condition also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which becomes more common as men age.
The focus of UroLift is to lift the enlarged prostate tissue out of the way to make it easier to urinate. This treatment option may be an ideal alternative to invasive surgery when medications aren’t enough to treat BPH.
You may consider UroLift for the treatment of an enlarged prostate when your symptoms begin to interfere with your quality of life.
Symptoms of an enlarged prostate include:
In many cases, your Comprehensive Urology provider may initially recommend other treatments, including medications, to relieve symptoms of an enlarged prostate. You should also make necessary lifestyle changes, such as reducing your caffeine and alcohol consumption.
If conservative approaches aren’t enough to ease your symptoms, you may be a candidate for UroLift.
During the UroLift procedure, your provider inserts a delivery device through your urethra. They follow that with a small needle that places the implants in the prostate and lifts enlarged prostate tissue out of the way. Then, they remove the delivery device.
This treatment generally takes less than an hour and is an outpatient procedure. Your provider can provide medication to keep you comfortable during the treatment, and you can expect to go home to recover afterward.
Downtime after the UroLift implant procedure is minimal. Within two weeks of treatment, you should notice a significant difference in your symptoms.
The UroLift system doesn’t interfere with your sexual health, including your erections and ejaculation. If you need additional treatment later, your provider can remove the implants and complete the other procedure without any additional complications.
To find out if you’re a candidate for UroLift, call Comprehensive Urology, or book a consultation online today.
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