Laparoscopic & Robotic Partial Nephrectomy
A kidney-sparing operation that removes a tumour while preserving as much healthy kidney tissue as possible.
Urinary cancer care
Uro-Oncology
Diagnosis and surgical care for cancers of the kidney, bladder, prostate and male reproductive organs.
- Dr. Anand Arumugam, MBBS, MS, M.Ch
- Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road
Treatment overview
About uro-oncology
Diagnosis and surgical care for cancers of the kidney, bladder, prostate and male reproductive organs. Treatment is selected after consultation, appropriate tests and a discussion of the benefits and limitations of each option.
Symptoms to discuss
- Blood in urine
- Persistent flank, pelvic or back pain
- Urinary pattern changes
- Unexplained weight loss or fatigue
Possible clinical factors
- Cellular changes that lead to tumour growth
- Age, smoking and environmental exposure
- Family or genetic risk
- Chronic irritation or other individual factors
Symptoms can have several causes. Seek urgent care for severe pain with fever, inability to urinate, or heavy bleeding.
Treatment options
Procedures within uro-oncology.
Robotic Prostatectomy
Robotic-assisted removal of the prostate and seminal vesicles for selected men with localised prostate cancer.
Radical Cystectomy
Removal of the urinary bladder for selected bladder cancers, together with reconstruction of a new way for urine to leave the body.
Diagnosis & planning
A considered plan starts with good information.
- 01
Consultation
Symptoms, medical history, medication and previous treatment.
- 02
Tests
Appropriate laboratory work and imaging based on the condition.
- 03
Discussion
Observation, medicine and procedural options explained together.
Common questions
Uro-Oncology FAQs
What symptoms can point to uro-oncology needs?
Common concerns include blood in urine, persistent flank, pelvic or back pain, urinary pattern changes. These symptoms are not specific to one diagnosis, so assessment is important.
How is a uro-oncology condition diagnosed?
Diagnosis may combine a medical history, examination, urine or blood tests and appropriate imaging. The exact work-up depends on the symptoms and suspected condition.
Does every patient need a procedure?
No. Observation, lifestyle measures or medicine may be appropriate for some conditions. A procedure is recommended only after diagnosis and discussion of suitable alternatives.
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Renal Stone Treatment
Advanced evaluation and minimally invasive options to remove or break up kidney and ureteric stones.
- Ureteroscopy
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS)
- Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL)
Prostate health
Prostate Surgery
Modern surgical options for urinary obstruction, prostate enlargement and selected prostate cancers.
- Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
- Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)
- Laparoscopic & Robotic Prostatectomy
Men’s health
Andrology
Confidential treatment for male fertility, reproductive health and urological concerns unique to men.
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