Evidence
Evidence-Based Prostate Health
A short primer on how to read prostate health information critically.
What counts as evidence
Highest quality: systematic reviews of randomized controlled trials and major society guidelines (AUA, EAU). Medium: single large RCTs and well-designed observational cohorts. Lowest: case series, expert opinion, single-clinic testimonials.
Red flags in BPH marketing
- "Best" or "only" claims about a single procedure
- Patient testimonials without published outcome data
- Claims of zero sexual side effects from any procedure
- Pricing only available after a "free consultation"
- Pressure to decide on the day of consultation
Questions worth asking your urologist
- How many of this exact procedure have you personally performed?
- What are your re-treatment, infection, and sexual-side-effect rates?
- What alternative procedures would also be reasonable for my anatomy and goals?
- What outcome should I expect at 1, 3, and 5 years?
Educational content only. Not medical advice. Verify all credentials, licensing, accreditation, and procedure information directly with providers. Sources: Mayo Clinic, Urology Care Foundation, AUA, Cleveland Clinic, NIDDK, AAFP.