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Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty and how it works
Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty is a surgical procedure to operate on the renal pelvis in the kidney, usually to remove a blockage or obstruction which can cause long term complications. Pyeloplasty is a surgical produce to operate on the renal pelvis in the kidney where the urine is collected after it is produced. At the junction of… Read more
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Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) and how it works
A transurethral resection of the prostate – or TURP – is an operation on an enlarged prostate, which can make it difficult for men to urinate. A transurethral resection of the prostate – commonly abbreviated as TURP – is an operation on the prostate gland for men who are having trouble urinating due to enlargement… Read more
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Robotic Adrenalectomy and how it works
Robotic adrenalectomy is a surgical procedure to remove either one or both of the adrenal glands using small tools that are attached to a robotic system. The adrenal glands are small organs that secrete hormones – such as epinephrine, norepinephrine, androgens, estrogens, aldosterone, and cortisol – which help regulate a range of bodily functions like… Read more
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Robotic Cystectomy and how it works
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 and how it works
A robotic nephrectomy is a surgical procedure to remove either part or all of the kidney using small tools attached to a robotic system. A robotic nephrectomy is a surgical procedure to remove either part or all of the kidney. The kidneys are vital organs that filter water and other waste products from your blood,… Read more
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Robotic Prostatectomy and how it works
Robotic prostatectomy is a procedure to remove either part or all of the prostate gland using small tools that are attached to a robotic system. Prostatectomy is a popular surgical procedure to remove either all or part of the prostate gland, particularly for early-stage prostate. Its usage is usually to treat benign conditions in the prostate… Read more
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Robotic surgery and how it works
Robotic surgery is a surgical method performed by using small tools that are attached to a robotic system. It’s minimally invasive and highly practical. Robotic surgery is a surgical method performed by using small tools that are attached to a robotic system. Rather than the surgeon performing the procedure with their own hands, they control… Read more
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What is an adrenalectomy? What you need to know
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
