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Urology

The study and treatment of disorders of the urogenital organs.

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Urology

uterine prolapse

Biology; Urology

When the supporting ligaments and muscles of the pelvic floor that keep the uterus in the pelvis are damaged, the cervix and uterus descend into and eventually out of the vagina. Often, uterine ...

brachytherapy

Biology; Urology

Involves the placement of tiny radioactive pellets into the Prostate gland. By utilizing ultrasound to place the seed pellets, damage to surrounding tissues is minimized. Approximately 13,500-16,000 ...

biofeedback

Biology; Urology

A procedure that uses electrodes to help people gain awareness and control of their pelvic muscles.

transrectal ultrasound (TRUS)

Biology; Urology

A procedure used to formulate an image of internal body tissue. It involves the insertion of a sound-wave emitting probe into the rectum (also called an endorectal ultrasound).

free PSA (fPSA)

Biology; Urology

A prostate specific antigen (PSA) is either bound to protein or unbound ("free"). Risk of prostate cancer can be further evaluated by measuring both forms.

sphincter

Biology; Urology

A ring of muscle fibers located around an opening in the body that regulates the passage of substances.

lymph node

Biology; Urology

A rounded mass of lymphatic tissue that is surrounded by a capsule of connective tissue. Lymph nodes filter lymphatic fluid and store lymphocytes (white blood cells). They are located along lymphatic ...

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