Benign Prostatic Enlargement and Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: An Update on Treatment
Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are common among older men and often linked with benign prostatic enlargement, but they may not always correlate with prostate size. GPs play an important role in conducting a detailed patient history, physical examination and appropriate investigations to rule out other causes of LUTS. LUTS are categorised into storage, voiding and postmicturition symptoms. These symptoms can significantly affect quality of life, leading to an increased healthcare burden. In recent years, the number of newer treatments for benign prostatic enlargement has increased dramatically. As a result, management of the condition requires a comprehensive, individualised approach and continual evaluation of treatment efficacy and patient preferences.
Modern Medicine – Issue 4, 2025
