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Understanding and choosing between the different treatments for the enlarged prostate (BPH)

Articles, Consultants' blog April 7th, 2018

By Alan Doherty Until quite recently, men seeking treatment for BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) had just two options: medication or the TURP procedure. This was a stark choice; medication is not always effective, particularly over time and can cause troublesome side-effects. The TURP (trans-urethral resection of the prostate) has serious potential complications, common side-effects and […]

Launch of our new results system to evaluate all surgery for the enlarged prostate

Articles, News, Patient Information November 1st, 2017

Birmingham Prostate Clinic has launched a new study to evaluate surgical treatments for the enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, BPH). We already have an established and nationally renowned results system for prostate cancer surgery and now the same principles are being applied to BPH surgery. “There are several different surgical options for the treatment of […]

UroLift for BPH and other new horizons for treatment of benign prostatic enlargement

Consultants' blog, News June 13th, 2017

By Maya Harris, consultant urologist BPC Traditionally, only TURP with its significant side-effects was available for men who suffer from symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). GreenLight Laser prostatectomy, introduced by the Birmingham Prostate Clinic in 2007, was the first minimally-invasive option for BPH. Recently, more procedures have appeared on horizon. I am a […]

GreenLight laser surgery is at least as effective as the TURP, concludes NICE in new guidance

Articles, News, Patient Information, Patient viewpoints June 22nd, 2016

We welcome the new NICE guidance which recognises GreenLight laser surgery is at least as effective as the older TURP operation and carries fewer risks and complications. The latest guidance from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) is based on detailed analysis of studies of patient outcomes from both types of surgery […]

UroLift for the enlarged prostate – a promising ‘middle step’ in the treatment spectrum

Consultants' blog, News November 16th, 2015

By Alan Doherty In our field, we see something of a regular conveyor belt of new treatments promising “revolutionary” results for patients. I see my professional stance towards new developments as being that of the informed cynic – I am always keen to learn and utilise technology that improves outcomes for patients. But I have […]

Birmingham Prostate Clinic Information & Factsheets

Patient Information February 12th, 2015

We have developed a selection of online factsheets and articles, containing clear and useful information on the many conditions we treat, and the range of treatments we provide. Browse the selections below to read information provided by the Birmingham Prostate Clinic’s multidisciplinary team of specialists. Patient information Stages of prostate cancer assessment infographic Xgeva for […]

What is the new UroLift for benign prostatic hyperplasia?

Consultants' blog November 18th, 2014

Earlier this year, a new approach to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) received approval for use in the NHS. The new approach is called UroLift and is designed to alleviate the symptoms of BPH without cutting or vaporising the surplus prostate tissue. To understand this new treatment, we need to start by looking at what happens […]

Choosing between different treatments for prostate cancer?

Consultants' blog January 15th, 2014

For men with organ-confined early stage disease, there is a wider range of different treatments for prostate cancer than any other type of cancer. Mr Alan Doherty, consultant urologist at the Birmingham Prostate Clinic, discusses the relative merits and disadvantages of the different types of treatment, answering the questions patients most commonly ask in clinic. […]

Major European study shows GreenLight laser is as effective as TURP but with fewer complications

News June 18th, 2013

A major European study has shown GreenLight laser causes fewer complications but is equally effective as TURP in treating BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia). The study is the first to directly measure and compare the effectiveness, safety and recovery times for the two surgical approaches to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. TURP (Transurethral Resection of the Prostate) has […]

Large majority of GreenLight laser patients are delighted with the results of their treatment, study shows

News November 6th, 2012

The results of a major study of GreenLight laser treatment for BPH show a large majority of patients are very positive about the procedure. Questionnaires were sent out to patients who have had GreenLight laser surgery for BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia), also known as an enlarged prostate. They were asked how they felt about the […]