Prostate Artery Embolization in Fort Lauderdale
Enlarged Prostate Embolization in Fort Lauderdale
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as an enlarged prostate, affects a significant portion of men as they age. According to the National Institutes of Health, histological prevalence of BPH is as high as 50 to 60 percent for males in their 60s, increasing to 80 to 90 percent for those older than 70 years. At Fox Vein & Laser Experts in Fort Lauderdale, we offer an advanced, minimally invasive solution: Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE).
This innovative BPH treatment focuses on the root cause of your urinary discomfort. It offers relief without the need for major surgery, general anesthesia, or long hospital stays. Our team is dedicated to helping you regain comfort, improve your urinary function, and enhance your overall quality of life.
An enlarged prostate can compress the urethra, leading to frustrating urinary symptoms. PAE is a specialized, minimally invasive procedure performed in our Fort Lauderdale clinic. It effectively reduces blood flow to the prostate gland, causing it to shrink and relieving the pressure on your urinary tract.
Common Symptoms
of BPH in Fort Lauderdale
- Frequent or urgent need to urinate, especially at night
- Difficulty starting urination
- Weak or interrupted urine stream
- Inability to completely empty the bladder
- A urinary stream that stops and starts
- Dribbling at the end of urination
Request an Appointment
PAE vs. Traditional Treatments
| Feature |
Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) |
TURP Surgery | Medication |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invasiveness |
Minimally Invasive |
Highly Invasive | Non Invasive |
| Anesthesia |
Local Anesthesia + Moderate Sedation |
General or Spinal Anesthesia | None |
| Recovery Time |
Days |
Weeks | Ongoing |
| Hospital Stay |
Outpatient (Same Day) |
Multiple Days | None |
| Sexual Function |
Preserved |
Risk of Retrograde Ejaculation | Risk of Side Effects |
| Symptom Relief |
Significant & Long Lasting |
Significant | Variable |
| Risks |
Low |
Higher | Low |
What is Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE)?
Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) is a cutting edge, non surgical procedure designed to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia. It works by safely blocking the blood flow to the enlarged prostate gland.
By precisely targeting these specific blood vessels, PAE causes the prostate tissue to shrink over time. This reduction in size alleviates the pressure on the urethra, leading to substantial relief from urinary symptoms. Clinical studies have shown that PAE is a highly effective prostate artery embolization treatment, with many patients experiencing significant improvement in their quality of life. In fact, research indicates that PAE provides durable symptom relief for lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to BPH.
How is Prostate Embolization Treated?
Our PAE procedure is performed as an outpatient BPH treatment. Patients experience only moderate sedation to ensure comfort and minimize side effects. A skilled interventional radiologist makes a tiny puncture, usually in the wrist (transradial) or groin (transfemoral). Then, a thin catheter is carefully guided into the arteries supplying the prostate.
Tiny, FDA approved particles are injected through the catheter to create a precise blockage in these specific arteries. This reduces blood flow to the prostate while keeping the surrounding healthy tissues intact. Patients go home the same day and often start feeling relief within a few weeks as the prostate begins to shrink. Studies comparing PAE to traditional surgery have shown that PAE is as effective as TURP in improving subjective symptom scores, but with fewer complications and shorter hospitalization times.