What is urosurgery
Uro surgery is a surgical specialty that focuses on the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. Urosurgeons are trained to perform a variety of procedures to diagnose, treat, and manage problems in these organs.
Some common urosurgical procedures include:
24 Common Urology Procedures
Some common urosurgical procedures include:
Cystoscopy:
A procedure in which a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end (cystoscope) is inserted into the bladder through the urethra to examine the bladder and urethra.
Ureteroscopy:
a procedure in which a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end (ureteroscope) is inserted into the urethra and passed through the bladder and into the ureters (the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder) to examine the ureters and treat any problems found.
Kidney stone removal:
A procedure to remove kidney stones, which are small, hard deposits of calcium or other substances that can form in the kidneys.
Bladder stone removal:
A procedure to remove stones that have formed in the bladder.
Prostate biopsy:
A procedure in which a small sample of tissue is taken from the prostate gland and examined under a microscope to check for cancer or other abnormalities.
Vasectomy:
A surgical procedure in which the vas deferens (the tubes that carry sperm from the testicles to the urethra) are cut or blocked to prevent pregnancy.
Testicular biopsy:
A procedure in which a small sample of tissue is taken from one or both testicles and examined under a microscope to check for cancer or other abnormalities.
Penile implant:
A surgical procedure to insert a device into the penis to help with erectile dysfunction (difficulty getting or maintaining an erection).
Bladder augmentation: a surgical procedure to increase the capacity of the bladder by using a piece of intestine or other tissue to make the bladder larger.
Bladder sling:
A surgical procedure to support the bladder and improve urinary control by placing a piece of mesh or other material under the urethra and bladder.
Ureteral reimplantation:
A surgical procedure to reposition the ureters (the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder) to improve urinary function.
Urethral dilation:
A procedure in which a small instrument is inserted into the urethra to stretch the opening and improve urinary function.
Ureteral stenting:
A procedure in which a small tube (stent) is inserted into the ureter to help keep it open and improve urine flow.
Urethral reconstruction:
A surgical procedure to repair or reconstruct the urethra, which is the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body.
Nephrectomy:
A surgical procedure to remove a kidney. This may be done to treat kidney cancer or other kidney conditions.
Prostatectomy:
A surgical procedure to remove the prostate gland, which is located just below the bladder and plays a role in producing semen. Prostatectomy may be done to treat prostate cancer or other prostate problems.
Orchiectomy:
A surgical procedure to remove one or both testicles. This may be done to treat testicular cancer or other testicular problems.
Incontinence surgery:
A surgical procedure to treat incontinence (inability to control urination). There are several types of incontinence surgery, including sling surgery, which involves placing a piece of mesh or other material under the urethra and bladder to support them and improve urinary control.
Bladder cancer surgery:
A surgical procedure to remove cancerous tissue from the bladder. This may involve partial or complete removal of the bladder.
Renal transplantation:
A surgical procedure to transplant a healthy kidney from a donor into a person with kidney failure.
Ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy:
A procedure in which a laser is used to break up kidney stones that are too large to pass through the urinary tract on their own.
Urodynamic testing:
A series of tests measure how well the bladder and urethra are functioning. These tests may be used to diagnose and treat urinary incontinence and other urinary problems.
Prostate massage:
A procedure in which the prostate gland is massaged to help relieve symptoms such as frequent urination and difficulty starting or stopping the flow of urine.
Urinary catheterization:
A procedure in which a small tube (catheter) is inserted into the bladder through the urethra to drain urine. Catheterization may be done to help diagnose or treat urinary problems, or to collect a urine sample for testing.