NCIt synonyms : Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia - BPH; Benign Hyperplasia of Prostate; Benign Hyperplasia of the Prostate; Benign Prostate Hyperplasia; Prostate Adenoma;
NCIt related terms : BPH; benign prostatic hypertrophy; Prostatic Hyperplasia;
CISMeF acronym : BPH;
NCIt definition : A non-cancerous nodular enlargement of the prostate gland. It is characterized by
the presence of epithelial cell nodules, and stromal nodules containing fibrous and
smooth muscle elements. It is the most common urologic disorder in men, causing blockage
of urine flow.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A benign (noncancerous) condition in which an overgrowth of prostate tissue
pushes against the urethra and the bladder, blocking the flow of urine.;
Neoplastic status : Benign;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000046509; CDR0000044373; CDR0000044372;