“ Because we fully understand how frightening surgery can be for patients, we prepare every step of the treatment to be safe with effective surgical technology and the highest specialized doctors in every treatment. ”
Minimally invasive endoscopic surgery for the urinary tract is a surgical treatment for abnormalities of the urinary system using endoscopic technology, which is more effective than traditional treatments. This is because most organs of the urinary system are located behind other organs within the abdominal cavity, and some organs are in narrow, deep, and complex areas. Traditional surgery requires a large incision to perform the treatment, which increases the risk. Therefore, endoscopic surgery helps reduce risks because it only requires a small incision but allows the insertion of a camera to reach the abnormal area causing the problem. It provides a clear view of the affected site and enables effective treatment. With smaller incisions, less pain, and less blood loss, patients recover faster and return to normal more quickly.
Which urinary tract diseases can be treated with minimally invasive endoscopic surgery?
To elevate the quality of treatment so that all patients can return to a happy life as soon as possible, Phyathai 3 Hospital is ready to provide minimally invasive endoscopic surgical technology services covering urinary tract diseases. The details of urinary tract diseases that can be treated with minimally invasive endoscopic surgery technology are as follows:
Prostate Surgery
- Endoscopic bladder surgery
- Prostate biopsy surgery
Urinary tract diseases men should know about!!
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is the number one urinary tract disease found in all men, with a prevalence of up to 80%. The age group most commonly affected is 45 years and older.
Prostate cancer is the leading cancer among men, with a detection rate of 1 in 7. This means that among 7 men with urinary tract diseases, 1 has prostate cancer. The risk increases with age.
Common urinary tract diseases in working-age adults include urethritis, cystitis, and pyelonephritis. Holding urine for a long time is one of the main causes of these diseases.
How to recognize if you are at risk of urinary tract diseases
The early symptoms of urinary tract diseases are easy to observe because people urinate daily, allowing clear comparison and detection of changes. Just do not ignore, neglect, or be complacent. Important abnormal symptoms that may be related to urinary tract diseases include:
- Frequent urination, inability to hold urine
- Incomplete urination, abnormally low urine volume
- Urine with blood, brown, pink, or cloudy white color
- Abnormal urine odor
- Back pain or pain on the side of the torso
- Lower abdominal pain when urinating
“Abnormal urination should not be ignored. Consult a doctor promptly for your own safety.”
