Enlarged Prostate — A Common Problem With More Than One Treatment Path
Benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH, is the medical term for an enlarged prostate — a condition that becomes increasingly common in men as they age. The prostate gland surrounds the urethra, and when it enlarges, it can partially obstruct urine flow, leading to symptoms that range from inconvenient to significantly disruptive to daily life and sleep.
In Paramus and across Bergen County, men with BPH are often managed with medication first. When medications do not provide adequate relief — or produce side effects that make them difficult to tolerate — surgery has traditionally been the next step. But for patients in the Paramus area, there is now a minimally invasive alternative available at MinVasive Medical.
Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) at MinVasive Medical
PAE is an image-guided procedure performed by an interventional radiologist. Rather than cutting or removing prostate tissue, PAE reduces the blood supply to the enlarged portions of the gland, causing it to shrink over time. The procedure is performed through a small skin puncture — no incision, no hospital stay for most patients, and no general anesthesia.
- Performed as an outpatient procedure
- Most procedures complete in under two hours
- Patients return home the same day
- No catheter required in most cases
- Lower risk of sexual side effects compared to surgical alternatives
When to Consider PAE
PAE is worth evaluating if you have moderate to severe BPH symptoms that have not responded adequately to medication, or if medication side effects make it difficult to continue treatment. Men who want to avoid surgery for health reasons or personal preference are also candidates for a PAE evaluation.
Getting an Evaluation in Paramus, NJ
MinVasive Medical's interventional radiology team is located in Paramus and serves patients throughout Bergen County. Your consultation will include a review of your imaging, symptom history, and prior treatments so that our team can give you a clear, honest assessment of whether PAE is appropriate for your situation.
