Modern methods of treating diseases of the genitourinary system

 A visit to the urologist is often associated with a lot of stress - it's a very delicate area that can cause a lot of anxiety. However, current methods of treating diseases of the genitourinary system are very safe and effective. Here are a few areas that allow you to efficiently improve your health.

Symptoms of diseases of the genitourinary system can sometimes be quite troublesome and embarrassing, which in many cases makes it difficult to diagnose problems. However, it is not worth waiting for a visit - early detection of individual ailments greatly helps in a smooth recovery. Regular diagnostic tests are essential, especially for men over 40. It is recommended to make a preventive visit at least once a year. Thanks to this, in the event of any problems, you can quickly choose the right therapy.

Among the most frequently performed tests are: Ultrasound, assessment of urinary tract function, or urography (checking the excretion of the contrast medium by the kidneys). With their help, you can detect ailments such as cancer, kidney stones, prostate enlargement, erectile dysfunction, various types of urinary tract infections, and much more. Determining the further course of action will often be possible immediately after the examination - it is worth paying attention to the currently used treatment methods.

Modern methods of treating diseases of the genitourinary system include procedures such as urethral plastic surgery, correction of penile curvature, laser enucleation of the prostate or removal of stones from the urinary tract. Currently, modern devices and laser treatments are used for this purpose. In addition, dedicated medical devices are available, such as artificial urethral sphincters made of silicone elastomer.

HoLEP prostate enucleation

It is a painless, minimally invasive, highly effective treatment used for prostate hyperplasia. The HoLEP method uses a holmium laser - the beam removes excessive tissue in order to reduce the volume of the gland. Symptoms of enlarged prostate disappear, which allows m. unblock urine flow. The excised tissue may be sent to a laboratory for further tests in case of cancer.

Removal of kidney stones - RIRS, URSL, PCNL methods

Kidney stones are among the most common diseases of the urinary system. It is estimated that problems in this field affect up to 10% of men. In these types of cases, the following three methods are mainly used:

• RIRS – endoscopic removal of stones inside the kidneys, performed with the use of a ureterorenoscopy. This method is used for deposits of 0.5–2.5 cm.
• URSL – another endoscopic method, but used to examine the ureter. The ureterorenoscopy is inserted through the urethra, which requires anesthesia of the patient.
• PCNL – if there are deposits larger than 2 cm in the urinary tract, the renal parenchyma should be punctured and an endoscope inserted to crush the stones. This method is characterized by a small impact on kidney function, which is associated with the possibility of a quick recovery.

Take care of your health - check yourself today

The most important thing is to conduct a medical interview, which will be provided by a urologist. Gdańsk is full of medical facilities that deal with this area - one of them is U Clinic in the city center.