Category: Surgical Procedures

Bladder Patch Grafting After Radiation Necrosis

Radiation therapy is a cornerstone in treating many cancers, including those affecting the pelvic region such as bladder, prostate, cervical, and rectal malignancies. While incredibly…
Single-Port Nephrectomy in Benign Kidney Conditions

The kidneys are vital organs responsible for filtering waste products from the blood, maintaining electrolyte balance, and regulating blood pressure. When benign conditions affect kidney…
Reimplantation of Avulsed Ureter With Psoas Hitch

Introduction Avulsion of the ureter, though thankfully rare, represents one of the most challenging reconstructive dilemmas in urological surgery. Typically resulting from significant pelvic trauma…
Combined Urethral Realignment and Sling Revision

The treatment of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) in women has evolved significantly over the decades. Initially, open surgical procedures were the mainstay, but these have…
Open Excision of Tumorous Bladder Neck Lesions

The bladder neck, a crucial juncture between the bladder and urethra, is susceptible to various growths – benign and malignant. Tumorous lesions in this area…
Robot-Guided Nephrectomy for Nonfunctioning Kidneys

The management of nonfunctioning kidneys – those that have lost all or nearly all functional capacity – presents unique challenges in urological surgery. Traditionally, open…
Excision of Large Bladder Polypoid Growths by Cystoscopy

Bladder polypoid growths, ranging from benign papillomas to more concerning cancerous lesions, present a significant urological challenge. Traditionally, open surgery was the mainstay for removing…
Simultaneous Penile Shaft and Glans Reconstruction

Penile reconstruction is a complex field within reconstructive urology, often undertaken following trauma, congenital defects, or oncologic resection. The goal isn’t merely aesthetic; it’s about…
Partial Cystectomy With Immediate Neobladder Formation

Bladder cancer, particularly when muscle-invasive, often necessitates radical cystectomy – the complete removal of the bladder – as a life-saving procedure. Historically, this left patients…
Simultaneous Urethral Realignment and Graft Reinforcement

Urethral strictures—narrowings in the urethra—present a significant challenge in urological care, impacting quality of life through difficulties with urination, sexual function, and even kidney health…