We present the case of a 69-year-old man experiencing lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), notably difficulties with urination. His total prostate-specific antigen level was measured at 3.52 ng/ml, accompanied by an International Prostate Symptom Score of 32. Transrectal ultrasound revealed a prostate volume of 268 cm. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common condition among aging men, often manifesting as LUTS. However, in rare instances, BPH can progress pathologically to giant prostatic hyperplasia, characterized by a prostate gland exceeding 500 g in weight. This report documents the successful enucleation of the giant BPH without significant complications, utilizing a transvesical prostatectomy technique. Our case underscores the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate management strategies.
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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11212843 | PMC |
http://dx.doi.org/10.7759/cureus.61295 | DOI Listing |
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