Entries by drjo

Orchidectomy – Radical

Why is it done? For testis cancer. For testis lesions highly suspicious of testis cancer. How is it done? This is done under general anesthetic. A single incision is made in the groin. The underlying muscle layers are split for good oncological control. The affected testis and spermatic cord are then surgically removed through this […]

Robotic Assisted Sacrocolpopexy

This is a surgical procedure used to treat pelvic organ prolapse by using surgical mesh to lift the affected organs and secured to the sacrum. Indications: Performed for symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse, vault prolapse or uterine prolapse Indicated for high degree of prolapse Symptoms: Pressure feeling in the vagina or bulge visible at the opening […]

Small renal mass ablation

This is a minimally invasive procedure to treat a small renal mass suspicious of a renal cell carcinoma. This can be done as a day procedure with reduced effects of surgery.   Ablation techniques: Microwave ablation: Commonly used here at the Wesley Hospital. Microwave energy is used to heat and destroy the tissue. Radiofrequency ablation: […]

Varicocele Embolization

How it works: radiological intervention blocking off the testicular vein minimally invasive procedure A small puncture wound on the skin in the groin An endovascular catheter that is placed through the inguinal canal into the femoral vein, with radiological imaging this coil is advanced to the testicular vein A tiny coil or liquid is placed […]