benign prostatic hypertrophy

Definition of benign prostatic hypertrophy
National Cancer Institute

benign prostatic hypertrophy

(beh-NINE prah-STA-tik hy-PER-troh-fee)
A benign (not cancer) condition in which an overgrowth of prostate tissue pushes against the urethra and the bladder, blocking the flow of urine. Also called benign prostatic hyperplasia and BPH.

Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms