MOST COMMON UROLOGIC PROCEDURES
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Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty is a minimally invasive procedure which relieves an obstruction between the ureter and the kidney. Using laparoscopic technology, the obstruction is removed and a stent is inserted. |
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Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy is a minimally invasive procedure peformed to remove stones from the kidney and upper part of they ureter. It is an alternative used when these stones cannot be treated by Lithotripsy or Cystoscopy/Uteteroscopy. |
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Radical Nephrectomy is the removal of the entire kidney with its collecting system as well as the adrenal gland and lymph glands of the same side. It can be done surgically or laparoscopically. Radical Nephrectomy is a treatment for diseases which have completely damaged the kidney. |
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Radical Prostatectomy is the removal of the entire prostate gland. It can be done surgically or laparoscopically. It is a treatment for diseases and conditions which require the removal of the prostate or cause enlargement of the prostate. |
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There are a variety of surgical options available for the treatment of an enlarged prostate. Transurethral Microwave Procedures: Transurethral microwave procedures utilize a microwave device to heat and destroy excess prostate tissue. Transurethral Needle Ablation: Low level radiofrequency energy is channeled through two needles to burn away a section of the enlarged prostate. Transurethral Surgery: Involves the insertion of an instrument called a resectoscope through the urethra. It uses a small electrical loop to cut tissue and seal off blood vessels. PVP Greenlight: PVP or Photo-selective Vaporization of the Prostate is minimally invasive surgical technique that uses laser light to vaporize prostate tissue without significant bleeding. |
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OTHER COMMON UROLOGIC PROCEDURES
* These descriptions are meant to provide you with a brief and simple overview of each procedure and are not clinically detailed.