Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)

Organ
Prostate
Region
Pelvis

Detectable on Scans

Whole BodyHead & Torso

About this Condition

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the benign enlargement of the prostate.

It is caused by the overgrowth of cells usually in the central or transitional zone of the prostate.

This causes compression of the urethra, which impacts urine flow from the bladder.