Advanced Services & Technology: The Latest in Minimally Invasive Treatment
Researchers and manufacturers have been busy developing minimally invasive technologies to treat urological disorders. The physicians at Urology Clinics of North Texas are dedicated to offering the latest in minimally invasive treatment. There is a wide range of technologies available today, ranging from fairly simple to highly sophisticated. Procedures using microwave, radio frequency energy, lasers, electrovaporization, and even hot water have surfaced as FDA approves alternative methods to the norm.
Urology Clinics of North Texas physicians offer the following services:
Aquablation Therapy
Aquablation therapy is a new type of surgical treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). At UCNT, we are proud to be among the first in North Texas to offer this advanced, minimally invasive treatment.
We are excited to offer Aquablation therapy at UCNT, because we believe in helping men suffering from BPH to get their life back and feel like themselves again.
Axonics Therapy
Axonics Therapy is a clinically proven solution for treating symptoms of overactive bladder (including urinary urgency incontinence), bowel (fecal) incontinence and urinary retention.
Axonics Therapy provides gentle stimulation to the nerves that control the bladder and bowel, which can restore normal control and result in symptom improvement.
Bulkmaid
If you’re one of the many women struggling with stress urinary incontinence (leaking during laughing, coughing, or exercise), Bulkamid is a proven solution that offers lasting relief with a minimally invasive urethral bulking procedure.
Urethral bulking is a procedure that involves injecting a material, called a bulking agent, around the walls of the urethra to narrow its width. This can treat stress urinary incontinence (SUI).
Cancer Care
The experienced Radiation Oncologists and Medical Oncologists at Cancer Clinics of North Texas provide care for a variety of conditions, including:
- Prostate Cancer
- Advanced Prostate Cancer
- Adrenal Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Testicular Cancer
Chronic Care Management
Chronic Care Management is an initiative started by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to encourage medical practices to identify patients with two or more chronic conditions, determine changes in their health, and to help manage these changes. The program is a preventative measure to avoid unnecessary emergency room or hospital visits. It is also meant to minimize readmission to hospitals after patient release.
GreenLight Laser
The GreenLight Laser is a minimally invasive alternative to the more traditional transurethral resection (TURP) for an enlarged prostate. An enlarged prostate (aka BPH or Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia) affects many men and can cause urinary frequency, urgency, weak stream, straining, and excessive nighttime urination.
MRI/Ultrasound Fusion Guided Prostate Biopsy
A transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) guided prostate biopsy is the gold standard for the diagnosis of prostate cancer. This is generally indicated for patients with an elevated Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) or an abnormal rectal exam. It is performed in an office-based setting using local anesthesia.
Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
This is a specialized form of physical therapy that focuses on the space between the ribs and the knees. If muscles are too lax, then they are strengthened. If muscles are too tight, then they are lengthened. If the pelvis has poor blood flow and oxygen, then hands on techniques are performed to encourage more blood flow and oxygen. Read More +Pro-Nox™
The Pro-Nox™ Nitrous Oxide Delivery System empowers you to safely control your pain relief during any medical procedure. The fixed mixture of 50% Nitrous Oxide (N2O) and 50% Oxygen (O2) uses a specially designed on-demand valve that only delivers the medical gases when you inhale. You manage when to use it and for how long while still being able to recognize and respond on your own terms.
PSMA PET/CT Scan
PSMA PET is a diagnostic scan that uses a type of medical imaging called positron emission tomography (PET) to detect prostate cancer anywhere in the body.
PSMA PET can be used to stage your prostate cancer prior to treating it. It can also be used to detect a recurrence of your prostate cancer after treatment is completed.
Radiation Therapy
Radiation is a form of cancer treatment that uses externally generated energy rays to target and kill cancer cells. This therapy works by destroying the DNA in cells it targets and leads to cancer cell death. Many forms of cancer can be treated with radiation especially prostate cancer.
Rezum
Rezum is a minimally invasive treatment option for an enlarged prostate (BPH). Common symptoms of and enlarged prostate include frequency, urgency, decreased stream, straining and excessive nighttime urination.
Robotic-Assisted Surgery
Many major surgeries are being performed with the use of “robots” in operating rooms. Robotic assisted surgery is not truly a robot in the sense it does not function on its own. It is a form of laparoscopic surgery performed with the use of small instruments placed through tiny incisions.
Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave Therapy is an advanced treatment option for men suffering from ED designed to target underlying causes. It is an in-office treatment created to improve erectile function with just 6-8 weekly sessions. Most patients who undergo Shockwave Therapy have noticed better erections.
SpaceOAR
Prostate Cancer is the most common cancer in men and the second leading cause of cancer related deaths. When diagnosed at an early stage there are many curative treatment options. Radiation is one of those options.
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
If your urologist diagnoses you with low testosterone, it will be treated with testosterone replacement therapy. Testosterone can be administered topically with patches and gels. It can also be administered by injection or with pellets under the skin.
Urodynamics
“Uro” means urine or related to the urinary system. “Dynamics” means avoiding pressure. The lower urinary system consists of ureters, bladder, urethra and sphincter muscles. The bladder is a balloon-like-organ with a muscular wall that expands and contracts.
Urolift
UroLift is a cutting-edge technology for the minimally invasive treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is a condition where a man’s prostate enlarges over time obstructing the flow of urine. Symptoms can include a combination of weak stream, straining, frequency, urgency, and frequent nighttime voiding.