Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Australian men. While traditional treatment options like surgery or radiation are often effective, they can carry significant side effects, including urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction. For men with localised, low- or intermediate-risk prostate cancer, focal therapy presents an exciting alternative—one that treats the cancer with precision, […]
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Stepping into 2025: A Guide to Urological Health
As we step into 2025, urological health remains a key focus for maintaining overall well-being. From prostate cancer to kidney disease and urinary tract infections (UTIs), advancements in diagnosis and treatment are making it easier for patients to manage and prevent common urological conditions. Here’s a quick guide to maintaining optimal urological health. Prostate Health […]
Focal Therapy: A Targeted Approach to Prostate Cancer Treatment
What is the groundbreaking approach to treating prostate cancer with precision? Focal therapy. Focal therapy is a minimally invasive treatment for prostate cancer that aims to destroy cancerous tissue while preserving healthy prostate tissue. This emerging approach offers a middle ground between traditional treatments like radical prostatectomy and active surveillance. Suitable Candidates Focal therapy is […]
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 […]
An Overview of Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
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 […]
