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What is the primary function of the prostate gland?
What is the primary function of the prostate gland?
- To secrete fluid into the urethra during ejaculation (correct)
- To produce sperm cells
- To filter waste from the blood
- To regulate hormone levels
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of prostate issues?
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of prostate issues?
- Hesitancy
- Night sweats (correct)
- Intermittency
- Dysuria
What investigation method is used to measure urine flow?
What investigation method is used to measure urine flow?
- Digital rectal exam
- Blood test for renal function
- Uroflowmeter (correct)
- Ultrasound
Which anatomical zone is commonly affected in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)?
Which anatomical zone is commonly affected in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)?
During a TURP procedure, what is used to prevent clots in the bladder?
During a TURP procedure, what is used to prevent clots in the bladder?
Flashcards
What is the prostate gland?
What is the prostate gland?
A gland located below the bladder that plays a crucial role in male reproduction by secreting fluid released during ejaculation.
What is BPH?
What is BPH?
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, a common condition in men over 40, involves an enlarged prostate gland that puts pressure on the urethra, leading to problems with urination.
How does a TURP procedure work?
How does a TURP procedure work?
The TURP procedure involves using a specialized instrument, a resectoscope, to remove excess prostate tissue, relieving pressure on the urethra and improving urinary flow.
What are the symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland?
What are the symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland?
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How is prostate health assessed?
How is prostate health assessed?
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Study Notes
Prostate Gland
- Located below the bladder
- Walnut-shaped
- Surrounds the beginning of the urethra
- Secretes fluid during ejaculation
- Essential for male reproduction
Prostate Signs/Symptoms
- Impotence
- Hesitancy
- Intermittency
- Terminal dribbling
- Frequency
- Urgency
- Dysuria
- Hemorrhoids
- UTI
Prostate Investigations
- Digital rectal exam
- Ultrasound
- Uroflowmetry
- Blood test for renal function
- Full blood count
- Assessment of post-void residual urine
Prostate Disorders
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
- Four anatomical zones: glandular tissue, central zone, transition zone, and anterior fibromuscular stroma
- Common in older men (40 years+)
- Enlargement of the middle part of the gland leading to pressure on the urethra, causing bladder outflow obstruction and urinary tract symptoms
- 90% of men experience symptoms < 85 years of age
- TURP (Transurethral resection of the prostate)
- Rectoscope introduced into the urethra to the prostate gland
- Sections of the prostate are chipped away
- Irrigation fluid constantly flushes the bladder during the procedure
Progesterone
- Hormone important for reproduction
- Various trade names and classifications
- Indications for treatment of various medical conditions
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