Endourology is different from normal Urology procedures. New technology has allowed minimally invasive, internally performed surgeries, requiring small incisions rather than larger, more intrusive ones. Endourology is a specialisation in urology that refers to minimally invasive surgical techniques used to view and perform surgery on the urinary tract. Endourology procedures involve the insertion of endoscopes […]
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The advantages and disadvantages of shockwave therapy
While there are a number of possible treatments available for those who suffer from Erectile Dysfunction, shock wave therapy has emerged as a promising solution. So, what is shockwave therapy, and what are its pros and cons? Read on to find out. What is erectile dysfunction? Erectile dysfunction is the inability to get or keep […]
What is Overactive Bladder?
Overactive bladder (OAB) is the name for a group of urinary symptoms with its most common symptom being a sudden, uncontrolled need or urge to urinate or the need to pass urine many times during the day and night. Between 30 and 40% of people will experience symptoms of an overactive bladder at some point […]
What is Priapism?
Priapism is a relatively rare condition involving an erection that lasts for an unusually long time which can usually be quite painful and unrelated to sexual stimulus. Immediate treatment is important to prevent tissue damage and erectile dysfunction. But why does Priapism occur, how can it be treated, and how do you prevent it from […]
Prostate cancer: What you need to know
In Australia, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among men, with approximately 3500 men dying each year and many thousands more being diagnosed. But what is prostate cancer, what are its symptoms, and how can you minimise the risk of developing prostate cancer yourself? Read on to find out. What is the prostate? […]
