Symptoms Addressed

• Frequent urination (especially at night)

• Weak urine stream or straining to urinate

• Feeling of incomplete bladder emptying

• Urgency and urinary leakage

• Recurrent urinary tract infections due to BPH

Procedure Overview

1. Pre-procedure Assessment

   • Prostate volume measurement via MRI/CT or ultrasound

   • Blood and urine tests

   • Medical evaluation for suitability of embolization

2. During the Procedure

   • Performed under local anesthesia with mild sedation

   • A catheter is inserted through the femoral or radial artery

   • Embolic particles are injected into the prostatic arteries, reducing blood supply

   • The prostate gradually shrinks over weeks to months

3. Post-procedure Care

   • Outpatient or short hospital stay (usually 24 hours)

   • Mild discomfort, frequency, or burning may occur temporarily

   • Follow-up imaging and symptom assessment to monitor improvement

Benefits of Prostate Artery Embolization

• Minimally invasive, no large incisions

• Lower risk of complications compared to TURP or open surgery

• Preserves sexual and urinary function in most cases

• Quick recovery and return to normal activities

• Effective for large prostate glands not suitable for traditional surgery

Prostate Artery Embolization Cost in India

Table 1: Average PAE Cost in India

Factors Affecting Cost

1. Hospital infrastructure – Metro city hospitals with advanced cath labs may charge more

2. Type of embolization particles used – Standard vs newer-generation microspheres

3. Prostate size and complexity – Larger glands may require longer procedures

4. Doctor’s expertise – Highly experienced interventional radiologists may have higher fees

5. Post-procedure hospitalization – Some patients may need overnight observation

Who Should Consider PAE?

• Men with moderate to severe BPH symptoms not responding to medications

• Patients seeking a less invasive alternative to prostate surgery

• Those with high surgical risk due to age or comorbidities

• Men wishing to preserve sexual and urinary continence functions

• Candidates advised by urologists or interventional radiologists