Specialised Procedures

Specialised Urological Procedures

Dr. Maharajh performs a range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using the latest technology and techniques. These minimally invasive approaches offer accurate diagnosis and effective treatment with faster recovery times.

Diagnostic Procedures

Cystoscopy
Direct visualisation of the bladder and urethra using a thin telescope:
  • Investigate blood in urine
  • Diagnose bladder conditions
  • Check for tumours or stones
  • Assess urethral problems
  • Usually performed in-office
  • Minimal discomfort with local anaesthetic

Ureteroscopy
Examination of the ureters and kidneys:
  • Stone location and removal
  • Investigate upper tract bleeding
  • Diagnose ureteral conditions
  • Biopsy suspicious areas
  • Requires day surgery
  • Performed under anaesthesia

Urodynamic Studies
Sophisticated bladder function testing:
  • Measures bladder pressures
  • Assesses urine flow
  • Evaluates bladder capacity
  • Identifies dysfunction
Guides treatment decisions

Therapeutic Procedures

Prostate Biopsy Tissue sampling for cancer diagnosis:
  • Ultrasound-guided precision
  • Local anaesthetic
  • Systematic sampling
  • Minimal discomfort
  • Results within days

Vasectomy Permanent male contraception:
  • Office-based procedure
  • Local anaesthetic
  • No-scalpel technique available
  • Quick recovery
  • 99.9% effective

Circumcision Medical and cultural indications:
  • Phimosis treatment
  • Recurrent infections
  • Cultural preferences
  • Day surgery procedure

Bladder Instillations Direct medication delivery:
  • Interstitial cystitis treatment
  • Bladder cancer therapy
  • Recurrent UTI prevention
  • Office-based procedure

Stone Procedures

Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL)
  • Non-invasive stone fragmentation
  • Outpatient treatment
  • No incisions required

Laser Lithotripsy
  • Precise stone destruction
  • Via ureteroscopy
  • Complete clearance

Stent Placement
  • Relieves obstruction
  • Facilitates stone passage
  • Temporary measure

Advanced Techniques

Botox Bladder Injections
  • Overactive bladder treatment
  • Reduces urgency and frequency
  • Office-based procedure
  • Effects last 6-9 months

Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Laparoscopic techniques
  • Smaller incisions
  • Faster recovery
  • Less pain

Long Term Management

Preventing Future Events After initial treatment, ongoing care focuses on:
  • Regular monitoring with stress tests and imaging
  • Medication adjustments based on response
  • Risk factor modification
  • Early detection of new blockages
  • Coordination with cardiac rehabilitation

Our goal is preventing heart attacks while maintaining your quality of life.
FAQs

Quick Answers to Common Questions

Most patients experience mild discomfort rather than pain. Local anaesthetic gel makes the procedure very tolerable. You might feel pressure and an urge to urinate. The procedure takes only 5-10 minutes, and any discomfort is brief.

Vasectomy is over 99.9% effective, making it one of the most reliable contraceptive methods. It's considered permanent, though reversal is possible but complex. You'll need to use alternative contraception for 3 months post-procedure until sperm counts confirm sterility.

You may see blood in urine, stool, or semen for several days to weeks—this is normal. Most men return to normal activities within 24-48 hours. Serious complications are rare (less than 1%). We'll provide antibiotics to prevent infection.

Effects typically last 6-9 months, though this varies. Most patients notice improvement within 2 weeks. The procedure can be repeated when symptoms return. About 5% of patients may experience temporary difficulty emptying their bladder completely.

Yes, many stones can be treated without traditional surgery. ESWL uses sound waves to break stones externally. Ureteroscopy removes stones through natural openings. Only very large or complex stones require percutaneous surgery, and open surgery is rarely needed today.

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