Urology
Urology is the medical specialty that deals with diseases and conditions affecting the urinary tract. It focuses on the male reproductive system, but it also has applications in female urological health.Our urologists diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions, including prostate cancer and incontinence. They diagnose and treat urinary tract infections, bladder issues, erectile dysfunction, prostate enlargement,reconstructive surgeries like urethroplasty, Vesico vaginal fistula repair, and diseases such as kidney stones.
At Geetai Hospitals, we offer specialised care with experienced and knowledgeable doctors, backed by cutting-edge medical technologies to give you the best care available. With extensive expertise in this field and years of dedicated experience, our hospital is renowned as one of the best in India for urological issues.
Common conditions treated in the Urology Department:
Under the urology department, the following conditions are treated:
- Frequent urinary tract infections
- Inability to control urination
- Blood in the urine
- Male reproductive system
- Interstitial cystitis
- Cancers of the bladder, kidneys, and prostate
- Erectile dysfunction
- Kidney stones
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Congenital Urinary tract issues
- Obstruction in the passage of urine.
- Repair of injuries to bladder and or ureter caused during labour and laparoscopic surgery
Types of Urology
Urology can branch into various types of specialisations. These include;
Endourology
This deals with the closed manipulation of the urinary tract, and it includes a range of minimally invasive procedures such as endoscopy and surgery like prostate surgery, stone removal surgery, and simple urethral or ureteral surgeries.
Endourology
This deals with the closed manipulation of the urinary tract, and it includes a range of minimally invasive procedures such as endoscopy and surgery like prostate surgery, stone removal surgery, and simple urethral or ureteral surgeries.
Urologic Oncology
This deals with the cancers of the bladder or is related to it such as the cancers of the kidney, adrenal glands, prostate, bladder, uterus, testicles, and penis.
Paediatric Urology
This branch of urology deals with treating the various infections and problems of the urinary tract and reproductive organs that mainly affect children.
Andrology
This branch of urology deals with the male reproductive system and treating the conditions, disorders, and diseases related to it.
General procedures under urology:
While in urology, a range of procedures can be performed depending on the complication and its relation to other specialties or areas of the body. However, the treatment that is exclusive to or most commonly associated with urology includes the following:
Endoscopy
Cystoscopy
Biopsies
Cystectomy
Vasectomy
Urethroplasty
VVF, RVF Repair
Ureteroscopy
Lithotripsy
PCNL
Kidney Transplant Surgery
Stress Urinary incontinence treatment
Ureterorenoscopy
When to consult an Urologist
You should seek the consultation of an urologist if:
- You are facing frequent problems with urination
- If you’re facing irritation or pain in your genital area
- If you’re facing infertility
- If you’re having issues with male reproductive organs
- Pelvic pain
- If you’re seeing blood in your urine
- If you’re seeing changes in the colour and smell of your urine
- If you leak urine with slightest movement like laughing, bending, sneezing
- If you happen to get injury during Gynaecological surgeries
- If you notice an infection in your genital area
- If you pass blood in your semen
- If you are facing issues with sexual intercourse.
At Geetai Hospitals, our team is well-equipped with the best minds, cutting-edge technology, and treatments for a broad spectrum of urological problems. With our multidisciplinary approach to healthcare, you can expect unparalleled care in uro-oncology, robotic surgery, and minimally invasive procedures, as well as paediatric urology and reconstructive surgeries.
