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UROLIFT

The Non-Surgical

Treatment for Benign

Prostatic Hyperplasia What is Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)?

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a prevalent
(BPH) condition among aging men, often impacting their
daily lives. It is particularly associated with urinary tract
symptoms, such as urinary retention and increased
frequency of urination, which can be both distressing
The prostate is a gland to overall quality of life.
that produces fluid Incomplete urination or post-void dribbling, urine leakage
essential for nourishing and insuf cient bladder emptying, can complicate the

sperm during its journey management of urinary tract conditions. Traditional
through the female treatments, such as injections or thermal ablation
reproductive system. techniques, may have limitations and potential side
As men age, typically effects. However, the Urolift system offers an innovative,
from around 40 years, minimally invasive approach that eliminates the need
the prostate undergoes for surgical intervention.
tissue changes that can
lead to benign prostatic Currently, the Urolift system is recognised as one of the
hyperplasia (BPH). By most effective advancements in the non-surgical treatment
the age of 45, most men will experience some degree of prostate of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Approved by the
enlargement, and with advancing age, it is common for nearly all US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) since 2013,
men to develop this condition. Dr Danaiphand Akarasakul, M.D., this procedure involves inserting a camera through the
a urology specialist at Sukumvit Hospital, shares his insights on urethra to access the prostate without relying on heat
an effective treatment for enlarged prostates. This treatment to destroy tissue. Urolift provides rapid and safe relief
does not require hospitalisation, allowing patients to undergo from prostate enlargement, allowing patients to resume
the procedure and return home immediately. normal activities or work within 1 to 3 days.