Surgical treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to benign prostatic obstruction: an analysis and meta-synthesis of available guidelines.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

The increase in minimally invasive treatments (MITs) for lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to benign prostatic obstruction (LUTS/BPO) has diversified surgical options, often outpacing solid evidence. The variety of available treatments, while beneficial, can confound physicians. Clinical guidelines provide direction but often differ due to varied evidence interpretation.

Methods

We have analyzed the available guidelines on the surgical treatment of LUTS/BPO updated within the last three years, focusing on those offering specific procedural recommendations. We compared recommendations, analyzed discrepancies, and developed a consensus algorithm that incorporated all pertinent advice.

Results and limitations

Out of 14 guidelines, four met the inclusion crit

SUBMITTER: Matter LS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12020326 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature