Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Contents
Background
- Benign, noncancerous increase in the size of the prostate
Clinical Features
- Urinary frequency
- Nocturia
- Difficulty starting urination
- Weak stream
- Acute urinary retention (most common cause)
Complications
Differential Diagnosis
Evaluation
Workup
Diagnosis
Management
- May require urinary catheterization for acute urinary retention
Disposition
- Discharge