General Urology
Urology is a medical field that focuses on the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, bladder, ureters and urethra, as well as the male reproductive system, which includes the prostate, testes, and penis.
Urologists are specialists who diagnose, treat, and manage conditions affecting these areas of the body. They handle a wide variety of conditions, from urinary tract infections (UTIs) to more complex problems like prostate cancer or erectile dysfunction.
Conditions treated by urologists include UTIs, kidney stones, incontinence, prostate disorders like benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and male infertility. They also manage bladder and kidney cancer, urinary blockages, urethral strictures, and issues like erectile dysfunction.
Common Areas Within Core Urology
Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in men (e.g. benign prostatic enlargement)
Haematuria (blood in the urine)
Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
PSA screening
Kidney stones
Scrotal and penile conditions
Urological cancers (bladder, prostate, kidney, testicular)
Incontinence and voiding dysfunction
Investigations
Core urology often involves a variety of diagnostic procedures, including:
Urine analysis and culture
Ultrasound or CT imaging
Flexible cystoscopy (a camera examination of the bladder)
Urodynamic studies in selected patients
Management
Management options range from lifestyle advice and medical therapies to minimally invasive procedures or surgery, depending on the specific condition.
Dr Samuel Davies, Consultant Urologist and Robotc Surgeon, has broad training across core and specialist urology and continues to be involved in the comprehensive management of both common and complex urological presentations.