Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Definition

A non-cancerous nodular enlargement of the prostate gland. It is characterized by the presence of epithelial cell nodules, and stromal nodules containing fibrous and smooth muscle elements. It is the most common urologic disorder in men, causing blockage of urine flow.

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Synonyms

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, BPH, Benign Hyperplasia of Prostate, Benign Hyperplasia of the Prostate, Benign Prostate Hyperplasia, Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy, benign prostatic hyperplasia, benign prostatic hypertrophy

Terms in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia category

Prostatic Cribriform Hyperplasia
Utricle-Associated Mucosal Gland Hyperplasia
Verumontanum Mucosal Gland Hyperplasia