Urology and Andrology at UPMC Salvator Mundi International Hospital

At UPMC Salvator Mundi International Hospital, we offer comprehensive services for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the genito-urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder, prostate and male genital system. Our team specializes in the use of the most modern and minimally invasive technologies to ensure highly effective and personalized treatments in urology.

Pathologies Treated

• Tumors of the urogenital system: testicular tumors, prostate carcinoma, neoplastic malformations of the genitals.
• Prostate pathologies: including Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH).
• Urogenital prolapse: treatment of conditions that cause pelvic organ failure.
• Kidney stones: treatment of concretions in the kidneys and ureters.
• Sexual dysfunction and infertility.
• La Peyronie's disease, also known as induratio penis plastica or curved penis.
• Varicocele: management of dilated veins in the scrotum.
• Urinary incontinence: evaluation and treatment of urinary leakage.
• Pediatric conditions: phimosis and short frenulum, which can affect penile function in children.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery represents the cutting edge of minimally invasive surgery. The Da Vinci® robotic system, in particular, represents a significant breakthrough in the treatment of urologic diseases, offering minimally invasive approaches with optimized clinical outcomes.

The Da Vinci® system consists of a control console, a high-definition 3D camera, and robotic arms equipped with advanced surgical instruments. Through the console, the surgeon obtains a detailed, three-dimensional view of the surgical field, improving accuracy and maneuverability during surgery.

Urological Applications

The Da Vinci® robotic system is used to treat a wide range of urologic diseases, including:

• Prostate tumors.
• Tumors of the kidney and urinary tract.
• Bladder tumors.

In addition, the robotic system is particularly useful in reconstructive surgery, for procedures such as:

• Bladder reconstruction after removal for neoplasms.
• Pelvic floor reconstructive surgeries for incontinence and genital prolapse.

Advantages of Robotic Surgery

• Reduced incisions: smaller incisions minimize trauma to the patient.
• Less blood loss: significant reduction in bleeding during surgery.
• Hospital stay and recovery: short duration of hospitalization and faster return to work.
• Better cosmetic: superior cosmetic results due to minimal incisions.
• Low incidence of complications: lower risk of postoperative complications.

In addition, benefits of robotic surgery include:

• Superior accuracy: greater control and precision in the operative field.
• Reduced operator tremor: stability and finesse in movements.
• Stereoscopic 3D imaging: detailed and clear vision during surgery.
• Fewer transfusions and reinterventions: reduced need for transfusions and lower frequency of reinterventions.

Our Urology Services

• Focal therapy.
• Radical cystectomy (CRAD).
• Transurethral resection of the bladder.
• Radical nephrectomy (NPR).
• Robotic assisted prostatic adenomectomy (RARP).
• Rezum.
• Laser HOLEP and THULEP.
• Ureterolithotomy (ULT).
• Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL).
• Endoscopic endorenal retrograde lithotripsy (RIRS).
• Pyeloplasty.
• Phrenulotomy.
• Endovesical instillation.
• Endocavernous injection of drugs.
• Andrologic rehabilitation.
• Pelvic floor rehabilitation.

Diagnostics

• Needle biopsy with anesthesia.
• Fusion needle biopsy.
• Cystoscopy.
• Ultrasound kidney-bladder, bladder and prostate suprapubic, urinary tract.
• Echo Color Doppler (ECD) dynamic penile.
• Echo Color Doppler (ECD) scrotal.
• Prostate ultrasound.
• Invasive urodynamic examination and electromyography.
• Uroflowmetry.

Our Doctors

• Prof. Alessandro Amici
• Prof. Claudio Anceschi
• Prof. Pierluigi Bove
• Prof. Antonio Carbone
• Dr. Pasquale Gambardella
• Dr. Valerio Iacovelli
• Dr. Giuseppe La Pera
• Dr. Domenico Marzano
• Prof. G. Antonio Marrocco
• Prof. Carlo Molinari
• Dr. Maria Rosaria Pareo
• Dr. Filomena Petta
• Dr. Diego Pozza
• Dr. Mariangela Pozza
• Dr. Tommaso Riga

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