Urology
Nature of the work
Urology deals with specific diseases and
disorders of the male genitourinary and female urinary tract. In
particular, this specialty concerns itself with kidney, bladder and
urinary problems, as well as men’s sexual and reproductive
health.
Working in urology
Urologists are currently combined medical and
surgical specialists who treat men, women and children with kidney,
bladder and urinary problems, as well those with as incontinence,
impotence and infertility. These specialists take care of the
management of benign conditions and cancers in both the young and
the elderly.
Technology is changing the way this specialty
works. In the last decade an increasing number of urological
operations are being done laparoscopically, including radical
prostatectomy. Radical prostatectomy is being done using robotic
assistance.
Common procedures/interventions
Surgical techniques used vary greatly. These
can often include a large range of endoscopic techniques used, both
in minor and major open surgery techniques.
Associated sub specialties
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