Urology
What is Urology?
Urology is a medical specialty concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the urinary tract and male reproductive system, including the kidneys, bladder, prostate, ureters, and urethra. Urological surgery involves the surgical treatment of various conditions such as urinary tract infections, kidney stones, prostate diseases, and urinary incontinence.
Why is it done?
Urological surgery is used to treat a variety of urological problems:
- Kidney Stones: Surgical removal of large kidney stones or kidney stones resistant to medical treatment.
- Prostate Diseases: Surgical treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostate cancer.
- Bladder Problems: Surgical treatment of bladder cancer, bladder stones, and bladder prolapse.
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Chronic or recurrent urinary tract infections that require surgical intervention.
- Urinary Incontinence: Surgical treatment of urinary leakage problems.
- Male Reproductive Health: Testicular cancer, varicocele, hydrocele, and infertility surgery.
- Kidney Cancer: Surgical removal of kidney tumors.
Application Areas
Urological surgery covers a wide range of diseases and conditions:
- Nephrectomy: Surgical removal of part or all of the kidney.
- Prostatectomy: Surgical removal of part or all of the prostate.
- Cystoscopy: Examination of the inside of the bladder and surgical intervention.
- Lithotripsy: Breaking up and removing kidney stones.
- Ureteroscopy: Treatment of ureteral stones and other ureteral problems.
- Sling surgery: A procedure used to treat urinary incontinence.
- Vasectomy and vasovasostomy: Surgical procedures performed for male infertility and birth control.
Surgery Process
Consultation: Before surgery, you will have a detailed consultation with your doctor to learn about your health condition and treatment options.
Preparation: Necessary tests and examinations will be performed before the surgery. Your doctor will provide you with detailed information about the surgical procedure and preparations will be completed.
Anesthesia: General anesthesia will be administered depending on the type of surgery.
Surgical Procedure: Your surgeon will perform the prescribed surgery. The duration of the surgery varies depending on the complexity of the procedure.
Recovery Process: After the surgery, you will be kept under observation in the hospital for a period of time. After discharge, it is important to follow the care and recovery process recommended by your doctor.
Results
Urological surgery can significantly improve a patient’s quality of life and eliminate urinary tract and reproductive system problems. Maintaining your urological health after surgery is possible with regular doctor check-ups and recommended lifestyle changes.
Risks and Complications
As with any surgical procedure, urological surgery carries certain risks. These risks may include infection, bleeding, complications related to anesthesia, decreased kidney function, and problems that may occur during the postoperative recovery process. Choosing an experienced and expert surgeon is important to minimize these risks.