Urology Highlights

500,000 Americans suffer from chronic kidney failure each year. An artificial kidney could replace the need for a transplant and get these patients off dialysis for good.

This video by TV360 shows you how Pat passed a kidney stone and what his reactions were to this ordeal.

A bladder infection, or cystitis, is an inflammation of the bladder. OB/GYN Dr. Lisa Masterson explains what happens when you have a bladder infection.

Terry shares when she returned to work after her uterine artery embolization procedure.

The "urinary tract" consists of the kidneys, the ureters, the bladder, and urethra. These organs together produce, store, and excrete urine. How does a urinary tract infection happen?

Mona Khanna, MD, MPH, talks about the signs and symptoms of kidney stones and treatments.

Learn how to use a new and safer method of inserting a Foley catheter suprapubically. The technique allows the insertion to be carried out in an Outpatient setting, thus saving time, cost and effort. By using the Seldinger technique, the product reduces the chances of bowel or bladder perforation and resultant morbidity. The product has been chosen by The NHS National Technology Adoption Centre to help facilitate adoption of the product.

Dr. Abraham Morgentaler discusses the various treatment options for erectile dysfunction, including pills like sildenafil and vardenafil, injections in the penis, and surgery to place a penile implant or prosthesis.

E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork explains what the size a normal prostate should be.

Most urinary tract infections (UTIs) are bladder infections, and 75 percent of women will suffer one at least once in their lifetime. Women are 25 times more likely to develop a UTI than men, mainly due to their anatomy.

Mona Khanna, MD, MPH discusses kidney damage signs and symptoms.

Learn about Hematuria, the presence of red blood cells in the urine, or blood in urine, and possible causes of this. Sasha Wainstein MD FACS Urology

Dr. Abraham Morgentaler explains the causes of frequent urination, stating that it most commonly is due to high intake of fluids, but can also be due to bladder infections, prostate infections, or an overactive bladder.

Nurse Practitioner Dale Ann Dorsey discusses the connection between urinary tract infections and sexual intercourse and explains how women can prevent these infections.

Dr. Abraham Morgentaler explains the symptoms of low testosterone levels, such as erectile dysfunction, fatigue, weight gain, and less strength, and what treatment options are available.