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Case #2 -
A 71 year old with urinary frequency and straining to urinate

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
6.) What is the natural history of BPH if not treated?

As the degree of obstruction progresses, the bladder tries to compensate with hypertrophy of the bladder musculature. With further obstruction, the bladder decompensates with resulting hydronephrosis, infection, and compromised renal function.  
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