An enlarged prostate can cause difficulties in urination for men, leading to the need for a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) procedure. The prostate gland plays a vital role in the male reproductive system, as it produces the fluid that nourishes and protects sperm. Positioned in the lower abdomen, this gland can undergo enlargement […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
