Understanding Urology

Understanding Urology

Urology is a specialised field of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the urinary tract and male reproductive system. We will delve into what urology entails, who is most likely at risk, and what patients can expect when...
16 DOT ‘Nesbitt’ Plication

16 DOT ‘Nesbitt’ Plication

Correction of penile chordee / curvature with penile block Item Number: 37417, 18262, 105 Why is it done? To treat a acquired deviation of an erect penis. Usually occurs in males 55-65 years of age. Can be associated with previous penile trauma, usually no associated...
Artificial Urinary Male Sphincter

Artificial Urinary Male Sphincter

Item Number: 37381, 37387, 36812 Why is it done? Male Stress incontinence/ Incontinence Usually after a TURP/TUVP, Radical Prostatectomy in 2% of cases as pre-described complication of surgery   Pre-requirements Informed consent is required from the patient and a...
ATOMS Male Sphincter

ATOMS Male Sphincter

ATOMS Male Sphincter Item Number: 37381, 37387, 36812 Why is it done? Male Stress incontinence/ Incontinence Usually after a TURP/TUVP, Radical Prostatectomy in 2% of cases as pre-described complication of surgery   Pre-requirements Informed consent is required...

Augmentation Bladder – Ileocystoplasty

Item Number: Why is it done? This procedure is seldom used today, with the more frequent use of Sacro-neuro-modulation and Intravesical BOTOX This procedure is done to enlarge a bladder, especially in the spinal patient with a small contracted overactive bladder. It...