Urology

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.

enuresis

Biology; Urology

Usually refers to nocturnal enuresis or “bedwetting”.

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 ...