title: Prostatism: benign prostatic hyperplasia.
abstract: This article is devoted to the most common cause of outlet obstruction in the male geriatric population, benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH). The prevalence, pathophysiology, and natural history of BPH is discussed, along with the work-up and indications for medical or surgical intervention. The authors also focus on medical and surgical options now available for management of BPH.
authors.affiliation: Department of Urology, William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan, USA.
authors.forename: J B
authors.initials: JB
authors.lastname: Hollander
authors.forename: A C
authors.initials: AC
authors.lastname: Diokno
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011470:Prostatic Hyperplasia / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*