Faysal A. Yafi, MD, FRCSC, presented “MIST Procedures and Sexual Dysfunction” during the 31st Annual Perspectives in Urology: Point-Counterpoint, on October 18, 2024, in Scottsdale, Arizona.
How to cite: Yafi, Faysal A. “MIST Procedures and Sexual Dysfunction.” October 18, 2024. Accessed Feb 2025. https://grandroundsinurology.com/mist-procedures-and-sexual-dysfunction/
MIST Procedures and Sexual Dysfunction – Summary
Faysal A. Yafi, MD, FRCSC, discusses the transition from managing large prostates to addressing smaller prostates with minimally invasive surgical therapies (MIST) and their impact on sexual dysfunction. In this 12-minute presentation, Dr. Yafi highlights the increasing prevalence of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and related sexual health issues such as erectile dysfunction and ejaculatory dysfunction, particularly in aging men. He reviews data on MIST options, including Rezūm, UroLift, and iTind, demonstrating their ability to maintain erectile and ejaculatory function while addressing BPH symptoms effectively.
Dr. Yafi reinforces the importance of tailored treatment approaches, highlighting the advantages of MIST procedures for balancing urinary and sexual health outcomes. His insights provide a comprehensive understanding of evolving strategies in prostate care, encouraging a thoughtful discussion about preserving the quality of life alongside clinical efficacy.
About the 31st Annual Perspectives in Urology: Point Counterpoint conference: Presented by Program Chair and Grand Rounds in Urology Editor-in-Chief E. David Crawford, MD, this conference brought together leading experts in urology, medical oncology, and radiation oncology to discuss and debate the latest topics in genitourinary cancers, primarily prostate cancer and bladder cancer. This interactive conference offered topical lectures, pro/con debates, interesting-case presentations, interactive panel discussions, and interactive audience and faculty networking.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Faysal A. Yafi, MD, FRCSC,is an associate professor of urology, vice-chair for clinical affairs, chief of the Division Men’s Health and Reconstructive Urology and director of men’s health and Newport Urology at the University of California, Irvine (UCI).
Dr. Yafi earned his medical degree from the American University of Beirut in Lebanon. He served his internship in general surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota and subsequently completed his residency in urology at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. Dr. Yafi completed a two-year fellowship in andrology, sexual medicine, and prosthetic urology at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Yafi is certified by the American Board of Urology and is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada.
Dr. Yafi serves on numerous national and international society committees as both member and chair. He is the director of the international advanced male prosthetics and the advanced men’s health courses held yearly at UCI since 2018 and has been a faculty member of instructional courses at the 2022, 2023 and 2024 American Urological Association (AUA) meetings.
