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Precision Bladder Surgery: Robotic Cystectomy Explained
Robotic cystectomy is a surgical procedure to remove either part or all of the bladder using small tools that are attached to a robotic system. A robotic cystectomy is a surgical procedure used to remove either part or all of the bladder, usually to treat bladder cancer, or neurological conditions affecting the urinary system and congenital disabilities… Read more
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Robotic Nephrectomy: A Minimally Invasive Approach to Kidney Surgery
A robotic nephrectomy involves the utilization of a robotic system and small tools to surgically remove either a portion or the entirety of the kidney. Nephrectomy, on the other hand, is a surgical procedure aimed at extracting a part or the whole kidney. These bean-shaped organs, located in the upper back of the abdomen, play… Read more
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Get Back to Your Life Faster: Minimising Side Effects with Robotic Urology
Erectile dysfunction is a potential complication from some surgeries. However, robotic surgery minimises this risk greatly. Erectile dysfunction is surprisingly common, especially among older men. Sometimes ED can occur naturally, but in other instances, it can also be a side effect of some urological surgeries, such as cystectomy and prostatectomy. Fortunately, advances in urological procedures, like robotic… Read more
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Understanding Adrenalectomy: A Comprehensive Guide to Surgical Removal of Adrenal Glands with Urology Specialist Dr. Mohan Arianayagam
An adrenalectomy is a surgical procedure to remove either one or both of the adrenal glands, which are located just above the kidneys. Keeping you in the know, it’s time to talk about everything adrenalectomy. Naturally, this begins with understanding the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands are small organs that secrete hormones – such as… Read more
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Exploring Cystectomy: Unveiling the Surgical Journey to Address Bladder Cancer and Beyond
Cystectomy is a surgical procedure to remove either part or all of the bladder, usually to treat bladder cancer. Let’s take a look at some specifics about the surgery. The bladder is a muscular sac in the pelvis, about the size of a pear when empty with a capacity somewhere between 400 and 600ml when… Read more
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Guarding Your Well-Being: 5 Simple Strategies to Prevent Urinary Tract Infections
Preventing urinary tract infections (UTIs) is important, especially for women, as they are more prone to this condition. Fortunately, there are simple ways to avoid UTIs. Here are 5 effective methods to prevent UTIs. If you’ve ever had a urinary tract infection, you’ll know how uncomfortable they can be – the constant urgent need to… Read more
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Decoding the Health Risks of Red Meat on Adrenal Function
Eating large amounts of red meat can be detrimental to your well-being in many ways. Here is how eating red meat affects urologic health specifically. There are many things you can do to help maintain your urologic health. Drinking plenty of water is key, as well as eating lots of fruits, vegetables, and practising good… Read more
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Make a Resolution to Ditch the Smoking and Boost Your Urological Health in 2024
New year, new you? Start with your unseen hero: your urological health As the New Year unfolds, resolutions often lean towards fitness and general well-being, which for many of us – is the perfect time to give up smoking. Have you considered the hidden hero beneath all that: your urinary tract? It’s high time we… Read more
