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Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) for an Enlarged Prostate (BPH) with Dr. Vikram Rajpurohit

2024/11/8
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In this highly requested episode, Dr. Geo sits down with Dr. Vikram Rajpurohit, a clinical professor at NYU Langone and an expert in Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE), to dive into the specifics of PAE as a treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). Dr. Rajpurohit explains what PAE is, how it works, and who the ideal candidates are. The discussion covers the procedure’s effectiveness in shrinking the prostate and improving urinary symptoms, along with details on expected outcomes, duration, and what patients should consider when choosing between PAE and other treatments.

Key Points:

  • Overview of PAE as a minimally invasive alternative to surgery for BPH
  • The science behind how PAE works and its impact on prostate and urinary health
  • Insights into patient outcomes, including prostate shrinkage and symptom improvement
  • Comparison of PAE with other common BPH treatments
  • Candidacy factors for PAE and important questions for patients to ask

Listen in to learn if PAE might be the right choice for you or a loved one facing prostate-related urinary issues.

📚 Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Peripheral Arterial Embolism (PAE)

04:16 In-Depth Discussion on PAE

08:36 Interventional Radiology Explained

11:29 Procedure Details: Radial vs. Femoral Artery

16:36 Post-Procedure Care and Success Rates

20:17 Ejaculation Concerns and PAE

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23:23 Ejaculatory Function and PAE

23:48 Erectile Function Post-PAE

24:51 Comparing PAE to Other Procedures

26:32 Lifestyle Modifications and PAE

28:42 Revisiting PAE and Other Options

30:30 Interventional Radiologists and Urologists

32:18 Finding a PAE Specialist

34:20 Making the Right Decision for BPH Treatment

39:04 Effectiveness of PAE for Large Prostates

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