When a 74-year-old man from North Idaho, noticed his PSA levels rapidly rising, he knew it was time to take his prostate health seriously. After decades of monitoring his PSA levels, a sudden spike raised concerns and prompted further testing and research into treatment options.
Like many men experiencing symptoms of an enlarged prostate, this patient found himself overwhelmed with advertisements for supplements and “miracle cures” promising to shrink the prostate and improve urinary symptoms. After trying several products with limited results, he realized he needed a more reliable medical solution.
That’s when he learned about prostate artery embolization (PAE) offered by Peak Interventional Radiology in Spokane Valley.
The patient discovered that a trusted physician he knew had opened Peak Interventional Radiology, specializing in prostate artery embolization, a minimally invasive procedure used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Instead of undergoing major surgery to remove his prostate, he chose PAE, a procedure that works by blocking blood flow to the prostate, causing it to shrink over time and relieve urinary symptoms.
According to this patient, the experience was far easier than he expected.
“It was a great experience… Comfortable, safe, effective. I would recommend it to each of you when the time comes.”
The procedure required only about 30 minutes of preparation, 90 minutes for the procedure, and about two hours of recovery before he was able to head home.
“The most painful part was the little IV poke. That was it. Not bad at all.”Within days of the procedure, he was already noticing improvements in his urinary symptoms.
“Here I am months later, and my stream is actually streaming strongly. Hard to believe.”He also noted that a friend who had undergone prostate removal surgery faced a much longer recovery and was still dealing with complications.
“I heartily recommend it.”For men dealing with symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)—such as frequent urination, weak urine stream, or nighttime bathroom trips—prostate artery embolization can offer significant relief without the risks of traditional surgery.
If you are experiencing symptoms of BPH or an enlarged prostate, the specialists at Peak Interventional Radiology offer advanced, minimally invasive treatments like prostate artery embolization.
These procedures are performed using image-guided techniques that allow physicians to treat the condition without major surgery, helping patients recover faster and return to normal activities sooner.
Learn more about prostate artery embolization or schedule a consultation with Peak Interventional Radiology today.
