Prostatic artery embolization is a minimally invasive same-day treatment that requires no surgery. This treatment is effective for reducing the size of an enlarged prostate by blocking off blood flow to the area and causing the prostate gland to shrink.

At the start of your embolization, your Sinai physician uses ultrasound or MRI imaging technology to evaluate the blood supply to your prostate. To block this flow of blood, they insert a catheter into the artery of the prostate through a small puncture in your skin.

Through this catheter, your Sinai doctor introduces tiny microsphere particles to obstruct blood flow.

As your prostate begins to enlarge, you may notice symptoms like a frequent or urgent need to urinate. As your prostate grows, your symptoms can worsen and you’re likely to experience issues like:

• Difficulties urinating
• Inability to empty your bladder
• Increased need to urinate at night

You may also develop pain in your abdomen or back due to an infection in your urinary tract.

To resolve symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia, Sinai offers nonsurgical prostatic artery embolization on-site.

Prostatic artery embolization is a treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia, an age-related condition in men that causes the prostate gland to become enlarged.

This enlargement can make it difficult to urinate normally and increase your risk for frequent infections in the bladder and urinary tract. Benign prostatic hyperplasia can also cause long-term kidney problems.

Prostate arterial embolization is a highly effective and safe treatment for prostate enlargement that requires no surgical incisions or hospital stay.

The Sinai staff perform the embolization procedure in a comfortable office environment in under two hours. You don’t have to worry about surgical complications or infections.

The prostate arterial embolization procedure is painless and requires no anesthesia. You can expect to return home to rest after your treatment without any limitations. An embolization doesn’t cause side effects, like urinary problems or sexual dysfunction.

If you’re suffering from symptoms of an enlarged prostate, call Sinai or schedule a consultation online today.