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2. Prostatic urethra - Wikipedia

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   The prostatic urethra, the widest and most dilatable part of the urethra canal, is about 3 cm long.. It runs almost vertically through the prostate from its base to its apex, lying nearer its anterior than its posterior surface; the form of the canal is spindle-shaped, being wider in the middle than at either extremity, and narrowest below, where it joins the membranous portion.

3. Surgery for benign prostatic hyperplasia - Wikipedia

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   The prostate is located right beneath the bladder, and surrounds the urethral sphincter. Any damage to the sphincter or surrounding muscles and nerves can lead to urinary incontinence. The problem is most severe in the first 6 to 12 months after treatment, but usually resolves on its own within this time. [ 17 ]

4. Prostate steam treatment - Wikipedia

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   The RCT from 2016 comparing prostate steam treatment to a sham procedure (a placebo) found three months after the operation with moderate certainty that this procedure may improve the quality of life for men with moderate urinary symptoms. [5] [6] Observational studies showed positive outcomes up to four years of follow-up.

5. Lower urinary tract symptoms - Wikipedia

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   Surgical treatment of LUTS can include: Ablation procedures – used in treating both bladder tumours [22] and bladder outlet obstruction, such as prostate conditions. [23] Bladder-neck incision (BNI) Removal of the prostate – open, robotic, and endoscopic techniques are used. Stenting of the prostate [24] and urethra.

6. Transurethral resection of the prostate - Wikipedia

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   Bleeding may be reduced by pre-treatment with an anti-androgen such as finasteride [6] [7] [8] or flutamide. [citation needed] Clot retention and clot colic. The blood released from the resected prostate may become stuck in the urethra and can cause pain and urine retention. Bladder wall injury, such as perforation (rare).

7. Prostatic stent - Wikipedia

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   The braided mesh is designed to expand radially, applying constant gentle pressure to hold open the sections of the urethra that obstruct the flow of urine. The open, diamond-shape cell design of the stent allows the stent to eventually become embedded in the urethra, thus minimizing the risk for encrustation and migration.