What is erectile dysfunction? Erectile dysfunction is a disorder that affects many men around the world. It is characterized by the persistent inability to achieve and/or maintain an erection sufficient to carry out satisfactory penetration during sexual activity. This condition can have a significant impact on the quality of life of those who experience it,...
Category: Urology
The importance of the pelvic floor for your health
Discover the fundamental role of the pelvic floor in your health The pelvic floor is an anatomical structure that, unfortunately, often goes unnoticed in the human body. However, its role is absolutely crucial in ensuring our health and well-being throughout life. This complex network of muscles, ligaments , and connective tissues, located in the lower...
Laser in urology
The word LASER derives from the English acronym (light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation), translated into Spanish means “Light amplified by stimulated radiation emission”. The concept of the laser was born with Albert Einstein’s theory in 1917 on the emission of energy by stimulating various chemical components. In urology the two chemical elements that...
What should I expect in the postoperative period of a Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia surgery with laser?
I must expect to be BETTER, MUCH BETTER!, A very good or spectacular jet! As well as progressive improvement of the urge to urinate so frequently. But, like any other type of surgery, we will go through a recovery period while the prostate wound heals. It can last up to three months. The most common...
Personal assessment of the Fellowship program in Endourology and Uro-Oncology Surgery at Uros Associats (Teknon Medical Center and Sagrada Familia Clinic)
Course November 2019-November 2020Dr. Juan Leordes Felix Gonzalez The Fellow program in Endourology and Uro-Oncology Surgery of the Private Urology Service -Uros Associats- is an intensive course of expert urological training, both theoretical and practical, which substantially complements the clinical and surgical training of the specialist after the years of residency. The scientific, entertaining and...
Bladder tumor is the fifth most frequently diagnosed tumor in Spain, with 11,500 new cases diagnosed each year
The conditions that can favor the appearance of bladder tumor are:
Smoking;
Occupational exposure to gasoline, dyes or paint;
Radiation therapy to other pelvic organs (prostate, cervix, colon ecc.)
Genetic predisposition