Behind South Africa’s growing surgical backlog are thousands of patients waiting longer for life saving specialist care. With approximately 10%
This Men’s Health Month, Urology Hospital marks its historic 5,000th robotic surgery—with a free workshop and PSA (Prostate-specific antigen) screenings
Gender dynamics and South African societal roles can hinder women’s healthcare as one-in-three women suffer from urinary incontinence, and one-in-four
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer affecting South African men (CANSA), with death rates soaring 51,5% from 2008 to
Urology Hospital, South Africa’s premier specialised urology centre and the only hospital of its kind on the continent, has announced
Worldwide approx. 50% of men aged 51-60 and up and 70% of men aged 60-69 have Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH),
Symptoms of urinary incontinence and a weak bladder often affect older women or mothers, especially those who have given natural birth or have pelvic floor dysfunction. Studies have however
Description Prostate cancer is second most common cause of cancer death in men. Risk is greatest for men over 65, and if a father or
Is a urologic problem making life uncomfortable, difficult, or frustrating? Incontinence, sexual dysfunction, frequent urination, and other chronic problems can be painful, embarrassing, or even
Testicular cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in males between 14 and 44, with the annual incidence doubling over the past 40 years, according
Male sexual health is often a topic that many men are hesitant to engage in. Urologist Dr. Craig Mamitele speaks to CapeTalk’s Refilwe Moloto and
Living with urinary incontinence can be really inconvenient and at times outright embarrassing. It affects around 200 million people around the world, with women 25% more likely
Early detection and treatment of testicular cancer is key to beating the disease, a urology specialist says. Some embarrassment Yet many men who feel something abnormal in
Nine out of ten men with erectile dysfunction don’t go for treatment, and their reluctance can lead to the late diagnosis of life-threatening diseases. Why
The majority of newly diagnosed bladder cancers (75% to 80%) are classified as nonmuscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC). Treatment for NMIBC often includes intravesical therapies. In particular,
Ureteral obstruction leading to hydronephrosis may be present in up to one-half of patients with bladder cancer. Preoperative drainage of the hydronephrotic kidney is often
The incidence of post-diversion ureteroenteric anastomotic stricture (UES) approaches 15%. “Compelling data suggests that this condition carries morbidity and adversely impacts patients’ quality of life,”
“Your baby needs surgery.” Those words can trigger immediate stress and fear for parents, particularly when they’re thinking of their baby having anesthesia. These fears
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