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Focal therapy is a minimally invasive approach to prostate cancer treatment.
Written by Top Doctors

Written by Top Doctors
Urology

Transforming prostate cancer care: The promise of focal therapy

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men, yet its treatment often presents significant challenges. Conventional approaches like surgery or radiation therapy can effectively target the disease but are often accompanied by potential side effects, such as urinary incontinence or sexual dysfunction. Focal therapy, an innovative treatment option, is transforming the landscape of prostate cancer care, offering a less invasive approach while preserving quality of life.

Man considering a PSE test, which can diagnose conditions like prostate cancer.
Written by Top Doctors

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Urology

What is a PSE test, and how accurate is it?

In urology, a PSE test typically refers to a prostate-specific epithelial test, a diagnostic tool used to evaluate the presence of certain conditions affecting the prostate, such as prostate cancer or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It helps measure specific biomarkers or cells associated with prostate health, offering insights into underlying urological conditions.

A man suffering from kidney stones
Mr Stefanos Almpanis

By Mr Stefanos Almpanis
09.12.24
Urology

Kidney stones explained: From symptoms to prevention

Kidney stones are hard mineral deposits that form in the kidneys and can cause anything from mild discomfort to intense pain, especially when they fall into the ureter (the tube that connects the kidneys with the bladder) and blocks the flow of urine causing swelling of the kidney (hydronephrosis). The stones are then called ureteric stones and the severe pain is called Renal Colic or Ureteric Colic. By understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatments for kidney stones, you can take steps to manage or even prevent kidney stones effectively. We speak to esteemed consultant urologist Mr Stefanos Almpanos who explains their causes, symptoms and steps to manage or even prevent kidney stones effectively.

PSA and concerns about prostate cancer
Mr Karan Wadhwa

By Mr Karan Wadhwa
25.11.24
Urology

PSA and concerns about prostate cancer

One of the major symptoms of prostate cancer is the prostate getting bigger. However, not every case of prostate enlargement suggests or leads to cancer – sometimes, the prostate increases in size on its own as time goes by, in a phenomenon called benign prostate enlargement (BPE). An enlarged prostate will produce a prostate-specific antigen (PSA), a type of protein that will be present in the blood, regardless of the cause of the enlargement. In this article, consultant urologist Mr Karan Wadhwa explains more about the relationship between PSA and prostate cancer concerns.

kidney stone
Jean Mcdonald

By Jean Mcdonald
20.11.24
Urology

Kidney stones: the need-to-know guide

Kidney stones, also called renal calculi or nephroliths, are formed when excess minerals and salts in the body build up and become crystalline hard deposits. They can be caused by not drinking enough water and other fluids, or because of certain medical conditions that cause an aggregation of these substances in urine. Miss Jean McDonald, a celebrated urologist, shares the causes of the phenomenon and the available options for treatment.

prostate cancer diagnosis
Written by Top Doctors

Written by Top Doctors
Urology

The diagnosis of prostate cancer and identification of correct treatments

Prostate cancer usually develops over many years, and tends to have no external symptoms until the prostate becomes big enough to disrupt urination and sexual function. During this time, the cancer may spread to organs in other parts of the body, which is why it is ideal to get diagnosed as early as possible to develop a treatment plan that adequately addresses the spread and severity. In this article, a consultant urological surgeon shares all about how prostate cancer is diagnosed and treated.

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