What are Urology Services?
Urology services focus on diagnosing, treating, and managing conditions related to the urinary tract in both men and women. These services are provided by urologists, specialists trained to handle a wide range of conditions affecting the kidneys, bladder, ureters, urethra, and male reproductive organs.
Who Should Seek Urology Services?
Urology services are needed by individuals experiencing urinary tract or male reproductive system issues. This includes:
- Men with prostate conditions (BPH, prostatitis, cancer), erectile dysfunction, low testosterone, or infertility.
- Women with urinary incontinence, recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), pelvic organ prolapse, or interstitial cystitis.
- Children with bedwetting, undescended testicles, congenital urinary tract issues, or urinary blockages.
- Anyone with kidney stones, bladder or kidney cancer, chronic kidney disease, or blood in the urine.
What are the Common Services Provided by Urology Services?
General Urology Services
- Diagnosis and treatment of UTIs
- Management of kidney stones
- Treatment for overactive bladder (OAB) and incontinence
- Urinary retention and voiding dysfunction care
- Uroflowmetry and urodynamic testing
Men’s Urology Services
- Prostate Health:
- Prostate cancer screening (PSA tests, biopsies)
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) treatments (medications, UroLift, TURP)
- Prostatitis management
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED) & Sexual Health:
- Shockwave therapy
- PRP injections (P-Shot)
- Penile implants
- Testosterone replacement therapy
- Male Fertility:
- Vasectomy and vasectomy reversal
- Sperm retrieval techniques (TESE, MESA)
- Male hormone optimisation
Women’s Urology Services
- Urinary incontinence treatments (pelvic floor therapy, Botox injections)
- Pelvic organ prolapse management
- Recurrent UTIs and interstitial cystitis (IC)
- Vaginal laser therapy for atrophic vaginitis
Kidney & Bladder Treatments
- Kidney stone management (ESWL, ureteroscopy, percutaneous nephrolithotomy)
- Bladder cancer diagnosis and treatment
- Urinary diversion and bladder reconstruction
Surgical and Minimally Invasive Procedures
- Vasectomy and vasectomy reversal
- Circumcision
- Cystoscopy (bladder examination)
- Urethral stricture treatment
- Robotic and laparoscopic urologic surgery
Summary
Urology services focus on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the urinary tract in both men and women, as well as disorders of the male reproductive system. These services address a range of issues, including kidney stones, urinary incontinence, prostate conditions, erectile dysfunction, male infertility, and bladder or kidney cancer. Women may seek urology care for recurrent urinary tract infections, pelvic organ prolapse, or interstitial cystitis, while children may require treatment for bedwetting, undescended testicles, or congenital urinary tract abnormalities. Urologists also provide advanced treatments such as minimally invasive and robotic surgeries, shockwave therapy for kidney stones, and hormone therapy for men’s health concerns. Whether managing chronic kidney disease, urinary blockages, or male reproductive health, urology services play a vital role in improving urinary function and overall quality of life.