Prostate Treatment Delay: New Minimally Invasive Surgery Offers Hope

• Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is common in men over 50, often ignored, leading to severe issues.
• Traditional medications provide relief but don't fully eliminate obstruction; long-term use has side effects.
• Minimally Invasive Surgical Therapies (MISTs) like Prostatic Urethral Lift (PUL) are gaining traction.
• PUL (UroLift system) places implants to open the urinary tract without cutting or burning tissue, preserving sexual function.
• Delaying BPH treatment can lead to permanent bladder and kidney damage; early MISTs are recommended, especially for high-risk patients.