What is urology?
Urology is the medical specialty focused on diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. Modern diagnostic procedures and specialized instruments enable accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of a wide range of urological conditions.
What Does a Urologist Do?
Urologists diagnose and treat disorders of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra in both men and women. They also manage conditions affecting the male reproductive organs, including the prostate, testes, epididymis, and vas deferens.
- Kidney and urinary stones
- Urinary tract infections
- Urinary incontinence
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
- Erectile dysfunction
- Urological cancers
When Should You Visit a Urologist?
Symptoms such as difficulty urinating, recurrent urinary tract infections, blood in the urine, or pain in the kidney or bladder region should always be evaluated by a urologist. In addition, regular urological screening plays an important role, particularly for men in middle age and beyond.
Important Diagnostic Procedures in Urology
- Ultrasound examination
- Urinalysis
- PSA testing
- Prostate biopsy
- Cystoscopy
- Urography
- Cystometry
Cystoscopy in Modern Urology
Cystoscopy is one of the most important endoscopic examinations in urology. Using a cystoscope, physicians can directly examine the urethra, bladder, and certain areas of the prostate. The procedure also enables minor therapeutic interventions and tissue sampling when required.
Urological Instruments and Modern Technology
Modern urological procedures rely on highly precise instruments. These include optical systems, sheath systems, resectoscopes, and specialized instrument sets for both diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
- Resectoscopy
- Cystoscopy
- Laser surgery
- Lithotripsy
- Nephroscopy
- Ureterorenoscopy
- Urethrotomy
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Advanced diagnostics, modern endoscopy, and high-quality instruments make it possible to diagnose and treat a wide range of urological conditions with precision and minimal invasiveness.
Innovative instrument systems support healthcare professionals in performing safe and efficient procedures throughout the urinary tract.
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