Archive for November 1st, 2008

American Family Physician - Medical treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia

Saturday, November 1st, 2008

Clinical Question
What is the best medical therapy for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
Evidence-Based Answer
Although alpha blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors each reduce BPH symptoms more than placebo (Strength of Recommendation [SOR]: A), alpha blockers are more effective than 5-alpha re…