Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) Treatment for BPH

Prostate artery embolization is an ideal treatment for men suffering from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) with very large prostates.

The IR Center at Michigan Institute of Urology is one of the busiest in the nation, performing over 1,200 prostate artery embolization procedures for patients with enlarged prostates. Its physicians are some of the country’s most experienced and recognized interventional radiologists, with unmatched patient care.

The PAE Procedure

• Reduced blood flow to the prostate, causing it to shrink over time
• A small catheter inserted into the artery at the top of the leg
• Catheter guided into the vessels that supply prostate
• Tiny round microspheres (particles) are injected through the catheter and into the blood vessels that feed your prostate to reduce its blood supply.

“I’d highly recommend [PAE] because it is a natural path to heal your issues without any side effects. You’ll keep your manhood. If you want to sleep through the night, this is the way to go.” – Joe 

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PAE Procedure – What to Expect

• Procedure takes 45-90 minutes
• Done in office
• Not painful
• Given light sedation
• Bed rest for 2 hours
• Symptoms start to improve in 3 weeks
• Improvement continues for several months
• Side effects in the first week
  • Temporary worsening of existing symptoms
  • Feel like you have a urinary tract infection
  • Medications are given to counteract side effects
• 85 – 90% success rate
• Average durability of 5-7 years

PAE Procedure – Advantages

• Minimally invasive
• No surgical incision or device inserted into the penis
• Performed in an outpatient setting
• Very low complication rate and no reports of erectile dysfunction or urinary leakage after PAE
• No catheter required
• Return to full activity in one week

Leading the IR Centers at MIU is Dr. Scott Scwartz, a highly respected vascular interventional radiologist who previously served as division chief of interventional radiology at Henry Ford Hospital. Dr. Schwartz is renowned for his expertise in interventional radiology and embolization techniques.

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Dr. John Fallucca joined IR centers in Metro Detroit to offer the highest level of care in minimally invasive interventions and embolizations. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine, completed his residency at Henry Ford Hospital, and IR fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital.

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You can also contact the IR Center directly at miu@ircenters.com or 947-999-8244.

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