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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
