Category: Surgical Procedures
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Combined Varicocelectomy and Hydrocelectomy Procedure
The combined varicocelectomy and hydrocelectomy procedure addresses two distinct, yet sometimes co-existing, conditions affecting men: varicoceles – enlarged veins within the scrotum – and hydroceles…
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Robotic Management of Upper Ureteral Tumor Invasion
Upper ureteral tumors present unique challenges in urological oncology due to their location and often delayed presentation. Traditional management strategies have historically involved radical nephroureterectomy…
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Minimally Invasive Surgery for Intravesical Hemorrhage
Intravesical hemorrhage, bleeding within the bladder, can be a frightening experience for patients and a complex diagnostic and therapeutic challenge for urologists. Often stemming from…
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Open Bladder Reconstruction After Trauma-Induced Rupture
Bladder rupture represents a devastating urological injury often stemming from significant trauma – motor vehicle accidents, falls from height, penetrating injuries, or even forceful impacts…
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Staged Urethral Repair Using Dorsal Graft Placement
Urethral strictures represent a significant challenge in reconstructive urology, impacting quality of life due to voiding dysfunction and potentially leading to complications like urinary retention…
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Robotic Nephrectomy With Renal Artery Preservation
Robotic nephrectomy has rapidly evolved as a cornerstone in the management of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) and other complex kidney conditions. Traditionally, radical nephrectomy –…
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Endoscopic Excision of Prostatic Urethral Polyps
Prostatic urethral polyps (PUPs) represent a relatively uncommon but increasingly recognized entity within urological practice. Historically often misdiagnosed as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or even…
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Staged Perineal Flap Creation for Neourethra Formation
Reconstructive urology has evolved significantly over the past decades, driven by advancements in surgical techniques and a deeper understanding of anatomical principles. A particularly challenging…
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Combined BPH Resection and Bladder Neck Reconstruction
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or enlarged prostate, is an incredibly common condition affecting many men as they age. It can lead to frustrating urinary symptoms…
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Laser Dissection of Fibrotic Urethral Membrane Tissue
Urethral strictures – abnormal narrowings of the urethra – pose significant challenges for both patients and urologists. Traditional treatments often involve open surgery or repeated…