Fast Facts: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Benign prostatic hyperplasia affects most men beyond middle age. Its prevalence is growing as the average age of the population rises and it can seriously affect the quality of life of those who suffer from it. Family physicians and nurses are increasingly involved with the care of prostatic diseases and this handy guide has been designed to support and assist them in the task. The fourth edition of this text contains concise, practical information, including management guidelines and the results of clinical studies. Treatment strategies are discussed with an emphasis on patient involvement and preference. "Fast Facts - Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia" should be a useful resource for any healthcare professional treating this bothersome disease. "Fast Facts" is a series of handy guides to clinical practice to support doctors and healthcare professionals in their busy and changing environments. Each guide has been designed for quick and easy access to key information and is comprehensively illustrated in four colours and fully indexed.