Area of care 07
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01Overview
- Surgery for urological cancers
Urological cancers involve organs such as the kidney, bladder and prostate. Dr. Devi Singh provides the surgery for these cancers. Where needed, the work is done with urologists and other specialists.
Many urinary symptoms, such as infection or stones, are not cancer. Symptoms that last or have no clear cause are the ones that need a check.
02Warning signs
Urological cancer:
when to see a doctor.
These can also have other causes, but they are worth showing to a doctor.
Heavy bleeding, trouble breathing, chest pain or fainting: go to the nearest emergency department now.
- Blood in the urine, even once
- Pain or a burning feeling while passing urine that does not settle
- Passing urine very often, or trouble in starting or stopping
- Pain in the side or lower back that stays
- A lump in the side of the belly
- Weight loss or tiredness with no clear reason
03Where surgery fits
Urological cancer surgery in Bikaner:
surgery in plain words.
- 01
Tests to start with
Urine tests, ultrasound and a CT scan are used, along with a biopsy. Sometimes a look inside the bladder with a thin camera (cystoscopy) is also done.
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Kidney surgery
Depending on the growth, part or all of the affected kidney may be removed. A person can usually live well with one healthy kidney.
- 03
Bladder surgery
Some bladder growths can be removed through the urinary passage. Others need part or all of the bladder removed. Then a new way for urine to pass is made.
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Prostate and other surgery
Surgery is one of the options for some prostate and related cancers. It is weighed against other treatments.
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Minimally invasive methods
Where suitable, keyhole (laparoscopic) or robotic methods may be used.
04How the plan is made
Decided together,
step by step.
- 01
Your doctor takes a history, examines you and reviews urine tests, scans and cystoscopy findings.
- 02
Your doctor studies your reports and scans and advises any missing tests.
- 03
The case is discussed with other specialists where needed. These may be doctors for scans, tissue tests, cancer medicines and radiotherapy. This is called a multidisciplinary discussion.
- 04
The plan is explained to you and your family in plain words, with all the options. You decide together with the doctor.
05What to bring
Your papers
save time.
- Urine test reports and ultrasound of kidneys and bladder
- Full checklist for your first visit
06Questions
Asked about
urological cancer surgery.
Is blood in the urine always cancer?
No. Infection and stones are far more common causes. Even so, blood in the urine should always be checked.
Can I live with one kidney?
Many people do. Your kidney function is tested before any decision.
Will I need a bag after bladder surgery?
It depends on the type of surgery and how urine is passed afterwards. The options are explained before surgery.
Next step
Talk it through
in person.
Bring your reports and a family member. You will leave knowing what is known so far, and what comes next.