Benign prostatic hyperplasia: Evaluation and medical management in primary care.
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چکیده
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common cause of lower urinary tract symptoms in aging men, worsening their quality of life. Primary care physicians are uniquely positioned to screen for BPH, conduct a timely diagnostic workup, and if indicated, initiate medical therapy. A number of safe and effective medical treatments are available to alleviate symptoms, delay disease progression, and lessen the chance of needing surgery for BPH.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine
دوره 84 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2017