What is Urology?
Urology deals with conditions of the urinary tract in both men and women, and the male reproductive system. Procedures include treatment of kidney stones, prostate conditions, bladder disorders, urological cancers, and male infertility. India's urology centres are equipped for laser, robotic, and laparoscopic procedures at 60–70% lower cost than the UK.
Types of Urology
General Urology
Manages kidney stones, UTIs, BPH, and urinary incontinence.
Uro-Oncology
Specialises in cancers of the prostate, bladder, kidney, and testes.
Female Urology & Urogynaecology
Treats urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, and pelvic floor disorders in women.
Andrology
Manages male infertility, erectile dysfunction, and hormone deficiency.
Paediatric Urology
Treats urological conditions in children including hypospadias and vesicoureteral reflux.
Types of Urology Treatments
Laser Lithotripsy (RIRS)
Flexible ureteroscopy with laser to fragment and remove kidney stones without incisions.
TURP
Transurethral resection of the prostate to relieve urinary obstruction from BPH.
Radical Prostatectomy
Surgical removal of the prostate for localised prostate cancer — increasingly done robotically.
PCNL
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy for large kidney stones requiring keyhole extraction.
Possible Causes
- Dehydration & Diet: Low fluid intake and high-oxalate diet increase kidney stone formation.
- Ageing: Prostate enlargement (BPH) and urinary incontinence are common age-related conditions.
- Infections: Recurrent UTIs can lead to kidney damage, prostatitis, and bladder complications.
- Cancer: Prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers are among the most common urological malignancies.
Conditions Treated
Common Procedures
Why is Urology needed?
- Treat kidney stones through laser lithotripsy or PCNL
- Manage benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) causing urinary difficulties
- Diagnose and treat prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers
- Address recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Treat urinary incontinence and overactive bladder
When should you see a specialist?
- Difficulty urinating, weak stream, or frequent night-time urination
- Blood in urine (haematuria) — always requires evaluation
- Severe flank pain suggesting kidney stones
- Elevated PSA or abnormal prostate examination
- Urinary incontinence affecting quality of life
Precautions & Aftercare
- Stay well hydrated (2–3 litres of water per day) to prevent kidney stones
- Complete the full course of antibiotics prescribed for UTIs
- Avoid caffeine and alcohol if managing overactive bladder
- Follow catheter care instructions strictly if a catheter is in place
- Attend all follow-up appointments after urological cancer treatment
- Report any significant change in urinary symptoms promptly
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