About Urology

Urology is a surgical specialty dedicated to diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the male and female urinary tracts, as well as the male reproductive organs. Urologists are medical professionals with specialized training in managing a wide range of urological disorders and diseases. Their techniques include minimally invasive procedures, robotic and laparoscopic surgeries, and laser-assisted surgeries.

The field of urology encompasses both medical and surgical treatments for various conditions, such as prostate enlargement, urinary tract infections, kidney stones, stress incontinence, bladder cancer, and prostate cancer.

Common Urological Procedures

Urologists frequently perform a variety of procedures to address urological issues. Some of the most common include:

• Vasectomy: This popular procedure for male sterilization involves cutting and sealing the vas deferens, the tube that transports sperm from the testicles. The outpatient procedure typically takes 10 to 30 minutes to complete.

• Cystoscopy: This procedure allows a urologist to inspect the bladder and urethral linings. A cystoscope, a long, thin tube equipped with a light and camera, is inserted into the urethra and guided to the bladder for examination.

• Ureteroscopy: Used for diagnosing and treating kidney stones, ureteroscopy involves passing a ureteroscope—a long, thin tube with a light and camera—through the urethra and bladder to locate and address the kidney stone.

• Penile Implants: Penile implants or prostheses are devices surgically placed inside the penis to help men with erectile dysfunction (ED) achieve an erection. These implants are typically considered only after other ED treatments have been unsuccessful.