MINIMAL INVASIVE UROLOGIC SURGERY
Minimally invasive urologic surgery involves using specialized tools and techniques to treat urological conditions through small incisions, resulting in less pain, faster recovery, and reduced scarring compared to traditional open surgery. It includes approaches like laparoscopy and endoscopy for improved precision and visualization.
Urology endoscopy includes a range of procedures using specialized instruments to diagnose and treat conditions within the urinary tract and male reproductive organs. Endoscopic procedures involve inserting a thin, flexible tube with a camera (endoscope) into the body through natural openings to visualize and treat conditions.These procedures can be broadly categorized into diagnostic and therapeutic, and may involve the use of flexible or rigid endoscopes. Diagnostic endoscopy helps visualize the urinary tract, while therapeutic endoscopy aims to correct abnormalities or remove obstructions.
Diagnostic Procedures:
Cystoscopy
This procedure uses a thin, flexible or rigid scope (cystoscope) to visualize the urethra and bladder, allowing for diagnosis of conditions like bladder stones, tumors, or inflammation.
Urethroscopy
A ureteroscope is used to examine the ureters, the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder. It's used to diagnose and treat ureteral stones, tumors, or strictures.
Nephroscopy
A nephroscope is used to examine the inside of the kidney. It's useful for diagnosing and treating kidney stones and tumors.
Retrograde Pyelogram:
This involves injecting a contrast dye into the ureters and kidneys to visualize them using X-ray imaging. It helps in identifying abnormalities in the upper urinary tract, according to a urology doctor.
Therapeutic Procedures:
Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP)
A common procedure for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), where excess prostate tissue is removed through the urethra.
Cystolithopaxy:
This procedure involves breaking up bladder stones into smaller fragments using laser or ultrasound energy, allowing for easier removal.
DVIU : Direct visual internal uretherotomy
A procedure to widen the urethra by cutting through scar tissue, often used to treat urethral strictures.
Endoscopic valve ablation
This procedure involves using an endoscope to remove or destroy abnormal valves in the urinary tract.
Laser prostratectomy
A minimally invasive procedure that uses laser energy to remove or vaporize prostate tissue, often used for BPH.
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy
A procedure where a small incision is made in the back to access the kidney and remove large kidney stones.
Nephrolithotomy
A procedure to remove kidney stones, which can be performed using various techniques including percutaneous nephrolithotomy or open surgery.
Ureteroscopy with stone removal
Involves using a ureteroscope to locate and remove stones from the ureter.
Vesico vaginal fistula surgery
Laparoscopic approach for minimally invasive urologic surgery
Laparoscopic surgery utilizes a camera and specialized instruments inserted through small incisions to perform the surgery. Special instruments and High-definition 3D imaging systems enhance visualization of the surgical site, improving operative results. Minimally invasive techniques are used to treat a wide range of urological conditions, including prostate cancer, kidney stones, and bladder disorders.
Benefits of Minimally Invasive Urologic Surgery:
Reduced Pain: Smaller incisions cause less nerve damage, leading to less post-operative pain.
Faster Recovery: Patients typically recover faster and can return to normal activities sooner.
Shorter Hospital Stays: Reduced trauma to the body often translates to shorter hospital stays.
Less Scarring: Smaller incisions result in less visible scarring.
Improved Outcomes: In many cases, minimally invasive surgery can lead to comparable or even better outcomes than traditional open surgery.
