Prostatic Artery Embolization

GPTKB entity

Statements (28)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf medical procedure
gptkbp:alternativeTo gptkb:transurethral_resection_of_the_prostate
gptkbp:approvedBy FDA (for BPH)
gptkbp:complication urinary tract infection
hematuria
non-target embolization
gptkbp:contraindicationsInclude active urinary tract infection
severe atherosclerosis
gptkbp:duration 1-2 hours
gptkbp:firstDescribed 2000s
gptkbp:followedBy clinical assessment
imaging studies
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Prostatic Artery Embolization
gptkbp:imagingGuidance fluoroscopy
angiography
gptkbp:improves lower urinary tract symptoms
gptkbp:minimallyInvasive true
gptkbp:performedAt gptkb:hospital
outpatient setting
gptkbp:performedBy interventional radiologist
gptkbp:performedUnder local anesthesia
gptkbp:preserves sexual function
gptkbp:reduces prostate volume
gptkbp:restored short
gptkbp:successRate 70-90%
gptkbp:usedFor gptkb:benign_prostatic_hyperplasia
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:PAE
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6