Endo-Urology

Advancement in technology and micro-optics along with computerization has led to evolution of this branch known as Endourology, where special trained surgeon(urologist) uses minimally invasive techniques for inspection, diagnosis and performing a surgical procedure through natural orifices of patient .

In current era endo-urology has offers many distinct advantages including no or very small incision leaving no scar, minimal tissue damage and very quick recovery, low duration of hospital stay and minimal pain leading to early return to work.

Common Conditions treated by endourological procedures include:

• Stones in kidney, ureters, bladder.
• Benign prostate enlargement(BPH)
• Blockade and strictures of ureters, urethra.
• Upper tract tumors, diagnostic and sometimes therapeutic
• Bladder tumors
• Posterior urethral valves(PUV)