What is an enlarged prostate (BPH)?

As men age, the prostate gland can enlarge, resulting in a common condition called Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH).

This extra tissue presses against the urethra and bladder, causing frustrating urinary symptoms that affect daily life and sleep quality.

Treat Enlarged Prostate Without Surgery

Find relief from frequent urination, urgency, and sleepless nights with a simple, minimally invasive procedure.

Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) at RIVEA, Hyderabad helps you get back control of your bladder and your life — no surgical cuts, no general anaesthesia, no hospital stay.

Consult our interventional radiology team to find out if PAE is right for you.

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Common symptoms

Frequent urination, especially at night
Weak or interrupted urine flow
Urgency or difficulty starting urination
Feeling that the bladder isn’t fully empty
Interrupted sleep and fatigue


Minimally invasive PAE treatment for enlarged prostate at RIVEA Vascular Institute Hyderabad

Common symptoms

Frequent urination, especially at night

Weak or interrupted urine flow

Urgency or difficulty starting urination

Feeling that the bladder isn’t fully empty

Interrupted sleep and fatigue

Left untreated, BPH can lead to urinary tract infections or bladder strain. But you don’t need to rush into surgery. PAE offers an effective alternative with faster recovery and lasting results.

What is Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) ?

Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) is a cutting-edge, minimally invasive procedure that reduces prostate size by blocking the small blood vessels that supply it.

With less blood flow, the prostate gradually shrinks, relieving pressure on the urinary tract and improving flow.

It’s done through a pinhole access in the wrist or groin and requires no stitches or cuts.

At RIVEA, PAE is performed using the Allia IGS 7, GE HealthCare’s advanced AI-powered 3D imaging system for precision-guided treatments, ensuring accuracy, safety, and minimal radiation exposure.

How Prostatic Artery Embolization (PAE) works

  1. Performed through a pinhole in the groin or wrist, no surgical incision requierd
  2. Guided by live imaging using the Allia IGS 7 system
  3. Tiny particles are delivered to the arteries feeding the prostate
  4. Procedure time: about 60–90 minutes
  5. Discharge: usually the same day

Why choose a non-surgical option?

  • No surgery or hospital admission
  • Minimal pain or discomfort
  • Resume normal activity in 1–2 days
  • Noticeable relief within weeks
  • Long-term improvement in urinary flow and sleep
  • Preserves sexual function

What to expect on the day of PAE?

Before the procedure

  • Quick assessment by our interventional radiologist
  • Imaging to map your prostate blood flow

During the procedure

  • 60–90 minute procedure
  • No general anaesthesia
  • Same-day discharge

After the procedure

  • Return to light activity in 24–48 hours
  • Noticeable relief within 1–2 weeks
  • Maximum results in 1–3 months

What to expect after Prostatic Artery Embolization (PAE)

  • Same-day discharge; mild urinary symptoms may persist briefly
  • 1–2 weeks: noticeable improvement in frequency and sleep
  • 1–3 months: maximum relief as the prostate shrinks
  • Long-term: improved urinary flow and quality of life

How does PAE measure up against other enlarged prostate treatments

Aspect PAE (Prostate Artery Embolization) TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate) Laser Therapy / HoLEP Medication
Invasiveness Minimally invasive (via a small wrist or groin puncture) Surgical (via urethra) Surgical (via urethra) Non-invasive
Anesthesia Local anesthesia General / spinal General / spinal None
Hospital Stay Same-day discharge 2–3 days 1–2 days None
Recovery Time 1–3 days 2–4 weeks 1–2 weeks Ongoing
Effect on Sexual Function Preserved Often affected May be affected Preserved
Catheter Use Usually not required Required (1–3 days) Required (1–2 days) Not applicable
Durability of Results Long-term (≥5 years) Long-term Long-term Temporary / Symptom control only
Ideal For Men unfit or unwilling for surgery; enlarged prostate (>60 cc) Fit for surgery Fit for surgery Mild symptoms
Complication Rate Very low Moderate Moderate Minimal

Prostatic Artery Embolization at RIVEA:
Precision backed by GE Allia IGS 7

  • Next-generation image guidance for pinpoint accuracy during PAE
  • 3D and real-time imaging help precisely target prostate arteries
  • Lower radiation and contrast dose for safer procedures
  • Seamless head-to-toe imaging without moving the patient
  • Robotic, fully mobile system ensures comfort and smooth workflow
  • Hybrid-OR ready — easily shifts between imaging and treatment modes
  • Designed with doctors for patients — ergonomic, fast, and reliable

Why choose RIVEA for Prostatic Artery Embolization (PAE)

  • Performed by Dr. Arjun Reddy, one of Hyderabad’s leading interventional radiologists & the first to perform PAE in Hyderabad
  • State-of-the-art cath lab equipped with Allia IGS 7 for unmatched imaging precision
  • Dedicated IR-focused care team

Don’t let an enlarged prostate control your life any longer.

Find out if you’re a candidate for PAE today.

Consultations available at RIVEA Vascular & Interventional Radiology Centre, Hyderabad.

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  • Dr. Arjun Reddy, expert in vascular and interventional radiology at RIVEA

    Dr. Arjun Reddy

    MBBS, MD
    Chief Interventional Radiologist

    Dr. Arjun Reddy is a highly accomplished Interventional Radiologist with extensive international training and a track record of pioneering minimally invasive, image-guided procedures in India.

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