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An Overview of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection of the urinary system. Here is a look at the different types, causes, and the treatments and preventative measures avaliable. A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection of the urinary system, caused by bacteria that has entered the urinary tract. The urinary tract is made up… Read more
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An Overview of Testicular Cancer
Here we take look at the various types of testicular cancer, the causes and risk factors for men of all ages, and how it is diagnosed and treated. Testicular cancer is cancer that develops in a testicle, caused by abnormal growth of a cell in the testes. Usually only one testicle is affected, but it… Read more
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An Overview of Kidney Stones
While most kidney stones will pass on their own accord, larger stones some will require surgery, especially if there is a threat of kidney damage. Here’s an overview of kidney stones. The kidneys are vital organs that filter water and other waste products from your blood, produce urine and hormones, and maintain levels of minerals… Read more
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Reducing The Risk of Erectile Dysfunction With Robotic Surgery
Erectile dysfunction is a potential complication from some surgeries. However, robotic surgery minimises this risk greatly. Erectile dysfunction is the inability to achieve an erection, a firm enough erection needed for sexual intercourse, or the inability to sustain an erection long enough to achieve sexual climax. It is almost always the symptom or result of another problem,… Read more
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An Overview of Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)
Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) is a minimally invasive procedure to treat an enlarged prostate. Here is a look at the procedure, recovery, risks and possible side effects. Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate – otherwise more simply known as holmium laser prostate surgery or abbreviated as HoLEP – is a minimally invasive… Read more
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An Overview of Cystoscopy
Here is an overview of cystoscopy, including why it is used, a rundown of the procedure, recovery process, and possible side effects. Cystoscopy is a procedure to inspect the bladder and urethra using a small instrument called a cystoscope – a long thin tube with light and camera attached to the end. It should not… Read more
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An Overview of Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection
Here is an overview of retroperitoneal lymph node dissection – also known as RPLND or lymphadenectomy – including a rundown of the procedure, recovery process, and possible side effects. Retroperitoneal lymph node dissection – abbreviated as RPLND or known as a lymphadenectomy – is a surgical procedure to remove cancerous abdominal lymph nodes to treat… Read more
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An Overview of Thrombectomy
Here we take a look at urological thrombectomy – a procedure to remove a blood clot (thrombus) from an artery or vein – including the procedure and possible risks or side effects. A thrombectomy is a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot (thrombus) from an artery or vein. The clot may be interrupting the… Read more
