October 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
Cancer fighting technology is continually evolving and we’re always striving at Austin Urology Institute to provide the best and most advanced care. One of the foremost examples of this commitment is our robotic surgery unit, which is capable of treating prostate cancer in unprecedented ways. How is prostate cancer treated with robotics? A radical robotic […]
October 20, 2014 | Prostate Cancer
Men with a family history of prostate cancer are at an increased risk of developing the disease. The risk correlates with the number of first-degree relatives (father, brother or uncle) affected by prostate cancer and the age at onset. It important to begin screening around age 40 if you have family history of prostate cancer.
October 17, 2014 | Bladder
Cancer fighting technology is continually evolving and we’re always striving at Austin Urology Institute to provide the best and most advanced care. One of the foremost examples of this commitment is our robotic surgery unit, which is capable of treating bladder cancer in unprecedented ways. The robot may be used to remove all or part […]
October 15, 2014 | Prostate Cancer
Approximately 15% of men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer over the course of their lives. It’s vital that all men be aware of the risks and be vigilant about screening. What are the recommended prostate cancer screenings? Prostate cancer screening includes the prostate exam and PSA blood test. Screening begins at age 55, and […]
October 10, 2014 | Kidney Cancer
Cancer fighting technology is continually evolving and, at Austin Urology Institute, we’re always striving to provide the best and most advanced care. One of the foremost examples of this commitment is our Da Vinci robot, which is capable of treating kidney cancer in unprecedented ways. We use the Da Vinci robot to perform a partial nephrectomy. […]
October 8, 2014 | Kidney Stones
Yes! So the next time you feel that twinge of pain, go ahead and blame your relatives. Kidney stones are hereditary. If your parents or other family members have had kidney stones, you are also at risk to have them. With family history, it is important to alter your diet to prevent stones. This includes […]
October 6, 2014 | Men's Health Vasectomy
Despite being a fairly common and simple procedure, there’s a lot of misinformation about vasectomies floating around. If you’re fuzzy on the details, this Q&A clears up some common misconceptions. If I get a vasectomy now can it be reversed? A vasectomy may technically be reversed, however the success rate of a reversal is about […]
October 1, 2014 | Vasectomy
When your family reaches the perfect size and you’re considering long-term birth control solutions, you want one that’s easy, spontaneous and, most importantly, effective. Two of the more popular options are vasectomy for men and tubal ligation for women. The procedures are often seen as equivalent, but the male vasectomy is a simpler, less expensive, […]
September 11, 2014 | Men's Health
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is doing a wonderful job of raising awareness about the need for regular prostate cancer screenings, but it’s important to maintain year-round vigilance for all of the different health risks posed by age. This chart provides a holistic look at all of the things men need to look out for at […]
August 18, 2014 | Kidney Cancer Kidney Stones
Kidney stones pass once they are out of the kidney, traveling down the ureter to the bladder. Stones that are <5mm can usually pass on their own. Some patients may choose conservative treatment and observe their stones, rather than go through a surgical procedure. This usually includes stones that are less than 6mm, not […]
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