Placement of a minimally invasive polypropylene sling in the retropubic space with a flexible cystoscopy. Also view the section on urinary incontinence in the TAB above. Why is it done? Stress urinary incontinence. A combination of stress incontinence and lesser degree of detrusor overactivity – mixed incontinence. Involuntary urine leakage with any exertion, coughing or […]
Robotic assisted enucleation of the prostate adenoma. For those large benign prostates where a TURP would be too time consuming, and too dangerous. Generally, prostates over 150cc. Why is it done? This procedure is performed when the prostate gland is enlarged to such an extent that medication cannot relieve the urinary symptoms. Your prostate is […]
Minimal invasive management for the relief of LUTS (lower urinary tract symptoms) Why is it done? This procedure is performed when the prostate gland is causing LUTS and you want an alternative to medication without the complications of a permanent procedure. Symptoms include (LUTS): a weak stream, nightly urination, frequent urination, inability to urinate, kidney […]
Placement of a rigid cystoscope in the bladder +/- retrograde pyelogram A diagnostic day procedure under general anesthetic, where a rigid cystoscope is placed in the bladder via the urethra Why is it done? To investigate: Hematuria (blood in the urine). Recurrent urinary tract infections. Space occupying lesions in the kidneys, ureters and bladder. Abnormal […]
A therapeutic procedure under general anaesthetic, where a rigid cystoscopy is done in the bladder via the urethra, ureteric catheters are placed to enable imaging of the upper tracts with/without insertion or removal of ureteric stents Why is it done? To investigate: Hematuria (blood in the urine) Recurrent upper urinary tract infections Space occupying lesions […]
Why is it done? This is the surgical management option for a prostate cancer. This Surgery is done minimally invasive with the help of DaVinci Robotic System. Indication: PSA less than 20. Gleason 3,4 to low volume Gleason 4,5 contained adenocarcinoma prostate. Higher grades may be considered with patients fully informed of the positive margins […]
This is the procedure used to resect the inside (the enlarged, obstructive adenoma) of the prostate. Known generally as the Re-Bore. Saline is used as irrigate. Why is it done? This procedure is performed when the prostate gland is enlarged to such an extent that medication cannot relieve the urinary symptoms. Symptoms include: a weak […]
Surgical salvage of a twisted spermatic cord, with orchiopexy and spermatic cord block Who is susceptible? Newborn babies: Often missed diagnosis. 12–16-year-old boys as their testes increase in size with puberty. Why is it done? To reverse a twisted spermatic cord compromising blood supply to the testis. This should be done within 4-6 hours of […]
When the Temporary leads for SNM have proven to have given an improvement in symptoms a permanent lead placement is done The aim was to alter the neurotransmission from the Spinal Centre to the Bladder Why is it done? To alter the neurotransmission from the spinal bladder center to the bladder and treat your overactive […]
Invasive placement of a silicone tube in a percutaneous supra-pubic puncture site. This is secured inside the bladder (with a balloon) and attached to a drainage bag on the outside, in order to drain an obstructed bladder. Why is it done? This can be placed as an emergency for patients in acute urinary retention Patients […]