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Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in males: a review of pathophysiology

Published in: South African Family Practice
Volume 57 , issue 2 , 2015 , pages: 88–92

DOI: 10.1080/20786190.2014.983307

Author(s): Suhani Maharajh Department of Urology, South Africa , Ehab H Abdel Goad Department of Urology, South Africa , Serela S Ramklass School of Medicine, South Africa , Marius C Conradie Netcare Waterfall City Hospital, South Africa

Keywords: BPH (benign prostatic hypertrophy) , LUTS (lower urinary tract symptoms) , metabolic syndrome pathophysiology , risk factors

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Abstract

Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) refer to the symptom complex that is the common pathway for diseases affecting the lower urinary tract. It manifests as either irritative or obstructive symptoms. LUTS have long been recognised as a significant cause of morbidity in both sexes. The long term sequelae of the underlying cause are also a significant cause of mortality.

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