Most men develop some degree of prostate enlargement as they age. In many cases, the enlarged gland presses against the passage that leads out of the bladder, making it hard to urinate. This noncancerous condition, called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is treatable with medications and lifestyle changes (such as limiting fluids before bed). But if urinary symptoms worsen despite these strategies, or if treatment side effects become too bothersome, the next step is surgery. Surgical