Urology

Urology is the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases of the urinary system and the male reproductive system.

In women, the urologist diagnoses and treats:

• Urinary tract infections (cystitis, pyelonephritis)
• Urinary incontinence
• Kidney and bladder stones
• Bladder and urination problems
• Urogenital disorders after trauma or surgery

In men, the urologist diagnoses and treats:

• Urinary tract diseases
• Kidney, bladder, and ureteral stones
• Prostatitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia
• Erectile dysfunction
• Reproductive disorders
• Oncological diseases (prostate, bladder, kidney cancer)

A urologist also performs:

• Ultrasound of kidneys and bladder
• Cystoscopy
• Prostate biopsy
• Treatment of acute and chronic urological conditions

Advises patients and other physicians:
The urologist provides recommendations for treatment, prevention, surgical interventions, and rehabilitation.