Urologic Procedures
1. Vasectomy
This is a common urology procedure that many men get. Vasectomy is a surgical procedure used for permanent male birth control. During the procedure, the doctor cuts off the supply of sperm to the semen by cutting and sealing the vas deferens, which carries sperm from the testicles. It is an out-patient procedure that only takes about 10-30 minutes.
2. Vasectomy Reversal
3. Prostate Procedures
Urologists may perform a number of procedures to diagnose and treat prostate conditions. These include:
- UroLift : A minimally invasive procedure done in-office to treat mild to moderate prostate enlargement.
- Transurethral needle ablation (TUNA) : A procedure that uses radiofrequency ablation to shrink prostate tissue that is pressing into the urethra and causing urinary symptoms.
- Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) : A minimally invasive procedure that uses a special instrument called a resectoscope to trim and seal prostate tissue when the prostate is enlarged and causing difficulty in urination.
- Transurethral incision of the prostate (TUIP) : A procedure used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). A small endoscope is inserted through the urethra and special instruments create small openings in the bladder neck where it connects to the prostate. This opens the urinary channel so urine can pass.
5. Penile Implants & Prosthesis
Penile implants or prostheses are devices placed inside the penis to allow men with erectile dysfunction (ED) to get an erection. These devices are usually only recommended after other ED treatments fail. For instance, a penile prosthesis may be recommended for men with severe Peyronie’s disease who cannot get an erection due to the curvature of the penis.