What is a Prostate?The Prostate is an organ forming part of the male reproductive system. It is located immediately below the bladder and just in front of the bowel. The back of your prostate presses against your rectum (back passage) and the front of your prostate surrounds your urethra (the tube that carries urine from your bladder and out through …
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22nd July 2020What is a Nephrostomy tube? It is a drainage tube which is directly placed into the kidney through your skin. This tube is placed using highest practice standards under radiology or X-ray guidance. The tube will then be attached to a drainage bag outside the body. Why do I need this procedure? This tube is placed if you have a …
Read moreHaving a urodynamic examination
24th June 2020What is Urodynamics? Urodynamics is a test used to give us more detailed information about your bladder, it is designed to assess bladder function which will help us to decide the best treatment for you. The test will usually be performed by a Nurse Specialist or a Urologist. During the test, you will be positioned comfortably on a couch and …
Read moreCystoscopy and crushing of a bladder stone (litholapaxy)
2nd October 2019What is the evidence base for this information? This publication includes advice from consensus panels, the British Association of Urological Surgeons, the Department of Health and evidence-based sources. It is, therefore, a reflection of best urological practice in the UK. It is intended to supplement any advice you may already have been given by your GP or other healthcare professionals. …
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24th July 2018Introduction This leaflet has been designed to help you to recover following a nephrectomy (kidney removal). Wound Care Your wound (also called your incision sites) will be covered with film dressings. Your nurse will change these before you go home and advise you on how long to leave them on. This will normally be for a further 3 days. Once …
Read moreDietary advice for stone formers urology leaflet
24th May 2018How much do I need to drink? Drinking enough fluid is the most important way of preventing stone formation and reduces your risk of stone formation by almost one third (30-40%). Not drinking enough fluid causes your urine to become concentrated and makes stones more likely to form. Try to drink two to three litres (four to six pints) of …
Read moreFlow rate test
18th July 2017What do I need to do before I arrive for the flow rate test?You can eat and drink as normal before you arrive for the test. Your bladder should be comfortably full for the test. If you are unable to travel with a full bladder then you can drink in the department to fill up your bladder. You can arrive …
Read moreTransurethral resection of prostate (TURP)
21st October 2016What and where is the prostate? The prostate is a small gland, about the size of a walnut, which lies just below the bladder (see diagram below) and is only present in men. It is part of the male reproductive system. One of the main functions of the prostate is to squeeze fluid into the urethra as sperm move through …
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21st October 2016What is a ureteric stent? A ureteric stent is a specially designed hollow tube, made of a flexible plastic material that is placed in the ureter (tube that connects a kidney to the bladder). The length of the stents used in adult patients varies between 24 to 30 cm. Although there are different types of stents, all of them serve …
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