Stenting a Blocked Prostate: What Men Need to Know About Prostate Stents

Описание: Stenting a blocked prostate is an often misunderstood but important treatment option for select men experiencing urinary obstruction due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or other causes of prostate blockage. In this episode of UroPatient, we break down what prostate stents are, how they work, who may benefit from them, and what patients should realistically expect.

Hosted and presented by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, this educational video explains prostate stenting in clear, patient-friendly language. We discuss when prostate stents may be considered, how they compare to traditional BPH treatments such as TURP, UroLift, Rezūm, and medications, and why stents are typically reserved for specific clinical situations.

You’ll learn:

What a prostate stent is and how it relieves urinary obstruction

Who may be a candidate for prostate stenting

Temporary vs permanent prostate stents

Benefits and limitations of prostate stents

Potential risks, discomfort, and complications

Why prostate stents are less commonly used today

Questions patients should ask their urology provider

This episode is ideal for patients, caregivers, nurses, and anyone looking to better understand blocked prostate treatment options. As always, our goal at UroPatient is to empower patients with reliable, easy-to-understand information so they can have more informed conversations with their healthcare providers.

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