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Department of Urology

What is Urology?

Urology is the surgical specialty that focuses on the urinary tracts of males and females, and on the reproductive system of males. A urologist is a physician trained to diagnose, treat, and manage diseases affecting the kidneys, adrenal glands, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra. They also treat conditions of the male reproductive organs. The specialty covers a wide range of issues, from common problems like urinary tract infections and kidney stones to more serious conditions like bladder and prostate cancer. The goal is to provide comprehensive care for all urological conditions.

Common Conditions Managed

Urologists treat a diverse set of conditions in both men and women:

  • ✓Kidney Stones: Hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside the kidneys.
  • ✓Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): Age-related enlargement of the prostate gland in men, which can cause difficulty with urination.
  • ✓Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Common infections that can affect any part of the urinary system.
  • ✓Urinary Incontinence: The loss of bladder control.
  • ✓Cancers: Cancers of the bladder, kidney, prostate, and testicles.
  • ✓Male Infertility: Problems with sperm production or delivery.
  • ✓Erectile Dysfunction (ED): The inability to get or keep an erection firm enough for sex.

Diagnostic and Treatment Approaches

Diagnosis in urology often involves a physical examination, urine tests, and blood tests (like the PSA test for prostate cancer screening). Ultrasound is commonly used to visualize the kidneys and bladder. A cystoscopy is a procedure where a thin tube with a camera is inserted into the urethra to examine the bladder lining. Treatments are varied. Medications are used to treat conditions like BPH and UTIs. For kidney stones, a common non-invasive treatment is Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL), which uses shock waves to break up stones. Many urological surgeries are performed using endoscopic or laparoscopic (minimally invasive) techniques. For example, a TURP is a minimally invasive surgery for BPH where tissue is removed through the urethra.

Department Specialists

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Dr. S. Dharun Kumar

Dr. S. Dharun Kumar

Urologist & Andrologist

Consultant - Urologist & Andrologist, Renal Transplant Surgeon

MBBS, MS, MCH (Urology)

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Urology at SSS Hospital Erode

We offer comprehensive kidney stone treatment including medical management for small stones, ESWL (Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy) for non-invasive stone breaking, ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy, and PCNL (Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy) for large stones. Our urologists recommend the most appropriate treatment based on stone size and location.
SSS Super Speciality Hospital has experienced urologists including Dr. S. Dharun Kumar (MBBS, MS, MCH Urology) who specialises in kidney stone management, prostate treatment, urinary disorders, minimally invasive urological surgery, and renal transplant surgery.
Our urology department treats benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH/enlarged prostate), prostatitis, and provides prostate cancer screening. Treatment options include medication management, minimally invasive procedures like TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate), and surgical options as needed.
SSS Hospital provides renal transplant evaluation and surgical services. Dr. S. Dharun Kumar is a trained renal transplant surgeon, and Dr. K. Yuvaraja (nephrologist) provides pre- and post-transplant kidney care. Contact our urology department for kidney transplant consultation and evaluation.
See a urologist for kidney stones or kidney pain, blood in urine, frequent or painful urination, difficulty urinating, prostate problems, urinary incontinence, recurrent UTIs, male fertility issues, erectile dysfunction, or testicular pain/swelling. Early consultation helps in timely diagnosis and effective treatment.