Urological oncology focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing cancers of the urinary tract in both men and women, as well as cancers affecting the male reproductive organs. This field covers risk assessment, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and palliative care for patients with urological cancers.
The cancers addressed in urological oncology include those of the prostate, kidneys, bladder, penis, and testicles.
Prostate Cancer
The prostate is a small gland located below the male bladder, responsible for producing seminal fluid that supports sperm. Prostate cancer occurs when cancerous cells develop within this gland, making it one of the most common cancers among men.
Signs and symptoms of prostate cancer may include an increased need to urinate, blood in the urine, difficulty in urine flow, new onset of erectile dysfunction, and pain.
Treatment options for prostate cancer vary depending on the stage and other factors. These may include surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy.
Bladder Cancer
Bladder cancer begins in the cells lining the inside of the bladder and typically affects individuals over 50. It can spread to surrounding tissues, and there are different types of bladder cancer, including urothelial carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and adenocarcinoma.
Symptoms often include painful or frequent urination, severe back pain, and blood in the urine.
Bladder cancer treatments include transurethral resection, cystectomy, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and immunotherapy.
Kidney Cancer
Kidney (renal) cancer is one of the more common urological cancers, presenting symptoms such as blood in the urine, persistent lower back or side pain, and swelling or lumps. While the exact cause is not known, risk factors include obesity, smoking, hypertension, and a family history of the disease.
Kidney cancer treatments may involve surgical removal of the tumor, radiofrequency ablation, and chemotherapy, among other options.
Penile Cancer
Penile cancer is a rare condition in which cancerous cells affect the tissues of the penis, often starting on the skin or foreskin. It is commonly associated with the human papillomavirus (HPV).
Symptoms may include abnormal growths on the skin, persistent sores, rashes, bleeding, a foul-smelling discharge, skin thickening or discoloration, and lumps in the groin area.
Treatment for penile cancer may involve surgery, radiation therapy, or chemotherapy, depending on the case.
Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer occurs when cancer cells develop in the tissues of the testicles, the male glands responsible for sperm and testosterone production. This type of cancer typically affects younger men, particularly those between the ages of 25 and 30.
Symptoms include a lump or swelling in the scrotum, sudden fluid buildup, a feeling of heaviness, dull ache in the groin or lower abdomen, and shrinking testicles.
Treatment varies depending on the stage, severity, and patient factors such as age and overall health. Options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.
Why Choose Us for Urological Oncology?
- Multidisciplinary Team Approach: A comprehensive, team-based strategy ensures all aspects of care are covered.
- Precision-Driven, Safe Procedures: Advanced techniques and cutting-edge technology for maximum safety.
- State-of-the-Art Chemo Daycare Center: Modern facilities for comfortable outpatient chemotherapy.
- Minimally Invasive and Robot-Assisted Surgeries: Innovative surgical options that promote quicker recovery times.
At Yupiter Hospital, our Urology Department works closely with our oncology team to deliver personalized, expert care for patients with urological cancers. We offer a wide range of treatment options, from surgery to chemotherapy, ensuring long-term care and support for those affected by cancers of the kidney, bladder, penis, testicles, and prostate.
