Prostate Artery Embolisation (PAE)
Relieve Urinary Symptoms from Enlarged Prostate — Without Surgery, Without Sexual Side Effects
Prostate Artery Embolisation (PAE) is a minimally invasive procedure that shrinks an enlarged prostate gland, relieving urinary obstruction and associated symptoms — without an operation, without a hospital stay of days, and without the sexual side effects associated with traditional prostate surgery. Performed by Dr. Pradyumna Reddy, Interventional Radiologist, Hyderabad.
What is Prostate Artery Embolisation (PAE)?
Prostate Artery Embolisation (PAE) is a minimally invasive interventional radiology procedure used to treat Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) — the medical term for an enlarged prostate gland.
BPH is extremely common in men over 50 and causes a progressive range of urinary symptoms that significantly impact quality of life.
Traditionally, the gold standard surgical treatment for BPH was TURP (Transurethral Resection of the Prostate). PAE offers a clinically validated alternative without major surgery or many of the sexual side effects associated with TURP.
Dr. Pradyumna Reddy performs PAE through a tiny puncture at the wrist or groin using advanced image-guided catheter techniques.
BPH Symptoms PAE Can Relieve
Benefits of Prostate Artery Embolisation
No Surgery
No general anaesthesia, no scalpel, no open operation.
No Sexual Side Effects
Unlike TURP, retrograde ejaculation is rare after PAE.
Quick Recovery
Return to normal activities within days, not weeks.
Effective Relief
Significant improvement in urinary flow and quality of life.
Short Hospital Stay
Most patients are discharged within 24 hours.
No Long-Term Catheter
Avoid prolonged catheter dependency after surgery.
Prostate Preserved
The gland is not removed and natural anatomy is maintained.
Suitable for High-Risk Patients
Can be performed in men unsuitable for major surgery.
How Prostate Artery Embolisation is Performed
Assessment & Imaging
Symptoms, uroflowmetry, ultrasound, PSA, and MRI may be reviewed before the procedure.
Wrist or Groin Access
A tiny puncture is made under local anaesthesia. No abdominal incision or stitches.
Catheter Navigation
A microcatheter is guided to the small arteries supplying the prostate gland.
Selective Embolisation
Tiny embolic microspheres reduce blood flow to enlarged prostate tissue.
Prostate Shrinkage
Over weeks to months, the prostate shrinks and urinary symptoms improve.
Who Can Benefit From PAE?
PAE is recommended for men with moderate to severe urinary symptoms caused by enlarged prostate (BPH).
It is especially useful for patients who wish to avoid TURP surgery or are high-risk surgical candidates.
PAE vs TURP (Prostate Surgery)
Compare minimally invasive PAE with traditional prostate surgery.
| Feature | PAE | TURP (Surgery) |
|---|---|---|
| Surgical Incision | ✔ None | Transurethral |
| General Anaesthesia | ✔ Not required | Required |
| Retrograde Ejaculation | ✔ Rare | Common (50–70%) |
| Erectile Dysfunction Risk | ✔ Very low | Present |
| Hospital Stay | ✔ 1 day | 2–3 days |
| Recovery Time | ✔ 3–5 days | 2–4 weeks |
| Catheter After Procedure | ✔ Short-term only | Required 1–3 days |
| Prostate Preserved | ✔ Yes | Partially resected |
| Suitable for Large Prostates | ✔ Yes | Limited |
| High-Risk Patients | ✔ Suitable | Increased risk |
Recovery After PAE
Day 1
Observation and discharge within 24 hours.
Days 2–5
Mild urinary irritation may temporarily increase.
Week 2
Urinary flow improves and energy returns.
3–6 Months
Peak benefit achieved with prostate shrinkage.
Why Choose Dr. Pradyumna Reddy for PAE in Hyderabad?
Dr. Pradyumna Reddy is an Interventional Radiologist in Hyderabad with subspecialty expertise in prostate artery embolisation.
PAE requires precise microcatheter navigation through complex arterial anatomy — a core skill of interventional radiology.
Frequently Asked Questions — Prostate Artery Embolisation
Stop Letting an Enlarged Prostate Control Your Life.
PAE can help — without surgery, without sexual side effects, and without weeks of recovery.