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Urology
The study and treatment of disorders of the urogenital organs.
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adjuvant therapy
Biology; Urology
Treatment occurring immediately after the primary treatment with the purpose of increasing the probability of success.
cryosurgery
Biology; Urology
Treatment performed with an instrument that freezes and destroys abnormal tissue.
hormone therapy (HT)
Biology; Urology
Treatment that adds, blocks, or removes hormones using surgery, injections or tablets.
stress urinary incontinence
Biology; Urology
Urinary Incontinence: The involuntary loss of urine during period of increased abdominal pressure. Such events include laughing, sneezing, coughing or lifting heavy objects.
bacillus calmette-guerin (BCG)
Biology; Urology
Vaccine used for the treatment of bladder cancer. BCG is mixed and instilled in the bladder. Patient returns for weekly instillations for 6-8 weeks.
intrinsic sphincter deficiency (ISD)
Biology; Urology
Weakening of the urethra sphincter muscles. As a result of this weakening the sphincter does not function normally regardless of the position of the bladder neck or urethra. This condition is a ...