Advanced BPH Treatment in Georgia at Atlanta Prostate Clinic
Minimally Invasive Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE)
for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Understanding Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a common noncancerous prostate enlargement that affects about 50% of men aged 51-60, 70% of men aged 60-69, and nearly 80% of men over 70. As men age, the likelihood of having BPH increases. While some men may not experience symptoms, many suffer from bothersome urinary issues like increased frequency, urgency, weak stream, and incomplete emptying.
Choosing the right treatment is crucial for managing these symptoms, and that’s where Atlanta Prostate Clinic’s expertise comes in. We provide advanced, minimally invasive BPH treatments in Georgia, with a focus on the counties of Fulton, Gwinnett, Clayton, Henry, Cobb, and Dekalb.
Atlanta Prostate Clinic provides a better alternative to TURP
PAE: A Less Invasive Approach
PAE is performed through a small access point in the radial artery of the wrist. This technique allows for a less invasive procedure with minimal discomfort. Dr. Neel Patel, our expert interventional radiologist, uses advanced imaging to guide tiny particles through the arteries, blocking blood flow to the enlarged prostate and causing it to shrink.
TURP: A More Invasive Method
In contrast, TURP is accessed through the urethra. This procedure involves inserting a scope through the penis and into the prostate area. The enlarged prostate tissue is then surgically removed or destroyed using various methods, which can be more invasive and potentially cause more discomfort.
PAE, the enlarged prostate treatment that we specialize in at Atlanta Prostate Clinic, offers great advantages in terms of physical recovery, early return to activities, and preservation of ejaculatory function.
Key Differences in PAE vs Turp
- Access Point: PAE uses the wrist, while TURP accesses through the urethra.
- Invasiveness: PAE is minimally invasive, whereas TURP is more invasive.
- Recovery: PAE typically allows for quicker recovery and return to normal activities.
- Ejaculatory Function: PAE often preserves ejaculatory function, which can be affected by TURP.
Meet Dr. Neel Patel of Atlanta Prostate Clinic
Dr. Neel Patel is a board-certified vascular and interventional radiologist specializing in PAE, Prostate Artery Embolization, the nonsurgical treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia. He is the founder and medical director of Atlanta Prostate Clinic, where he treats patients with enlarged prostate, providing BPH medications and treatments.