Androgen receptors in the development and progression of benign prostatic hyperplasia

Introduction. One of the most common urological diseases of aging men is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Androgens and androgen receptors (AR) are essential for the proper development and functioning of the prostate of an adult, and research is ongoing to understand the mechanisms involved in androgen availability, transport and activity of AR in the prostate. The aim. To review current research on evidence of the involvement of androgen receptors in the development and progression of BPH.