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Urology

Urology deals with disorders of the urinary tract and the male reproductive organs. At Zuger Kantonsspital, this specialist area is covered by experienced consultants: they carry out diagnostic investigations, perform surgery and provide follow-up care. This means you remain under the care of the same specialists throughout your entire course of treatment.

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What does urology cover?

Urology is the medical specialism dealing with the organs involved in urine production and excretion, as well as the male reproductive organs. These include the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra, as well as the prostate, testicles, epididymis and penis.

Common reasons for a urological assessment include kidney stones, recurrent urinary tract infections, blood in the urine, difficulty passing urine or an abnormal PSA (prostate-specific antigen) level.

Diagnosis and surgery under one roof

The urology department at Zuger Kantonsspital operates on an affiliated doctor basis. Consultations and diagnostic investigations take place at your urologist’s practice. If surgery is required, it is carried out here in-house.

Minimally invasive procedures: endoscopic and laparoscopic

Our affiliated doctors cover the full spectrum of urological treatments. Many procedures are carried out using minimally invasive techniques: endoscopically via the natural urinary tract or laparoscopically/robot-assisted via a few small incisions. For you, this usually means less post-operative pain, a quicker recovery and a shorter hospital stay.

Why choose Zuger Kantonsspital?

At Zuger Kantonsspital, you will receive personalised care from your urologist and have access to the facilities of an acute care centre. Anaesthesia, radiology, laboratory services and intensive care are all based on site and work closely together. This provides peace of mind, even if a procedure turns out to be more complex than anticipated.

Services

  • Treatment of kidney and ureter stones, endoscopic and percutaneous procedures (e.g. using a thulium laser)
  • Treatment of ureteropelvic junction obstruction (using the Da Vinci technique)
  • Minor and major prostate surgery; (TUR-P, steam ablation (Rezum), enucleation, radical prostatectomy) (using the Da Vinci technique)
  • Removal of a bladder tumour (TUR-B or open surgery)
  • Kidney tumour removal; partial nephrectomy (using the Da Vinci technique); radical nephrectomy)
  • Artificial sphincter
  • Treatment of testicular torsion and inflammation
  • Treatment of urethral strictures, (endoscopically (Optilume) or by open surgery) (e.g. using a buccal mucosa graft)
  • Male circumcision
  • Removal of hydrocele, testicular tumours and varicocele
  • Sterilisation (vasectomy)
  • Correction of penile curvature
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What does urology deal with?

Urology deals with disorders of the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra, as well as the male reproductive organs. These include the prostate, testicles, epididymis and penis. Common reasons for consultation include kidney stones, urinary tract infections, blood in the urine or prostate problems.

Does the Zuger Kantonsspital offer urology consultations?

The urology department at Zuger Kantonsspital is run by affiliated doctors. Consultations and diagnostic investigations take place in the affiliated doctors’ practices, whilst operations and inpatient care are provided at the hospital. 

What does ‘affiliated doctor’ mean?

Affiliated doctors are specialists in private practice who personally look after their own patients during operations and inpatient treatment at the hospital. They therefore provide you with care throughout the entire process: before, during and after the procedure.

Are urological operations performed using minimally invasive techniques?

Many urological procedures at Zuger Kantonsspital are performed using minimally invasive techniques: endoscopically via the natural urinary tract or laparoscopically via a few small incisions. Your urologist will decide whether this is possible in your case following a consultation.