Wednesday 28 November 2018

Be “Water Wise” for Healthy Kidneys

We all know that drinking sufficient water is vital to stay hydrated. Proper hydration is very important for the kidneys to function efficiently. The role of water in the human body mimics its role in nature, with its primary offerings being transportation, cleaning, and conduction. Water carries nutrients to cells, flushes our bodies of wastes, and aids digestion by forming stomach secretions. It also keeps our moisture-rich organs (skin, muscles, eyes, and nose) function well, it regulates our body temperature and metabolism while it lubricates, cushions our joints, just to name a few of its many functions.

Have you ever thought about your Kidneys ?


Many of us have a wireless router located on a shelf, somewhere in their home. If you have one in your home, you don’t know precisely how the router works or what all those blinking lights mean, but you are glad it works – most of the time, you only take its nonstop, indefatigable function for granted. You know what else falls into that class? Your kidneys. It’s understandable if you don’t know what they do exactly, but at least you should acknowledge they’re important. The kidneys are in charge of many important processes that take place endlessly in your body to keep you alive. The vital processes include the regulation of water balance, the excretion of waste and acid-base balance. They regulate the levels of salt, potassium, and acid in your body as well as filter your blood to remove waste products and excess fluid. The kidneys filter about 113 to 144 liters of blood to create 0.94 to 1.8 liters of urine every day. To put it simply, every 30 minutes your kidneys filter all the blood in your body eliminating waste and excess fluid. Pretty amazing isn’t it. Your kidneys also produce hormones that regulate your blood pressure, control the production of red blood cells and promote bone health. When you are appropriately hydrated, it keeps your blood vessels in good condition so oxygen and nutrients can pass through freely to the organs that need them, including your kidneys. 

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Almost 10% of the world population is affected by chronic kidney disease (CKD), and every year millions die as they do not have access to affordable treatment. According to a recent study conducted by Harvard Medical School in partnership with 13 medical canters all over India, 15% of Indians have some form of chronic kidney disease and one-third of the above people have advanced stages of the disease.  The most startling fact is that the majority of kidney failure patients in India are much younger and affects predominantly the working population.

Forget Detox juice, the best liquid your kidney really needs is a nice, big glass of H2O.

Consumption of more water is a simple way to reduce the chances of kidney diseases . Most of us find this task exceptionally hard, so start out slowly and listen to your body. A common "rule" often considered when it comes to water consumption is to drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water each day. According to the National Kidney Foundation, individuals who excrete 2 - 2.5 liters of urine are 50 percent less likely to form kidney stones. That urine volume is related with drinking about eight to ten 8-ounce glasses of water a day.  However this number varies depending on age, activity level and how much water people,  are consuming in other drinks like coffee, tea, or water-rich fruit and veggies.

Water is always the first line of treatment for Kidney stones. When you are exercising strenuously or when the weather is warmer, you might need to drink more than your normal intake of water as you lose a lot of fluids when you are sweating. When ever you are drinking less water, kidney will conserve more water and secrete a concentrated urine. So by common sense if your urine is high coloured, means your water consumption is inadequate. Thus when ever you void urine, it should be water like, colour less. So whenever you see a high colour urine simply increase your water intake.

Keep your kidneys healthy by being “water-wise”, which means drinking the right amount of water and other healthy fluids.  Take care of your kidneys, and they will take good care of you. They are amazing organs....!!! 

Now you’re prepared, with some practical knowledge to give your kidneys a break. 

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Wednesday 29 August 2018

One of the best ways to correct Prostate cancer

When the abnormal cells start to develop in the prostate, the prostate cancer occurs. Sometimes, these abnormal cells multiply and uncontrollably spread outside the prostate into the close by or distant parts of the body.

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This is actually a slow growing ailment and most of the men have found with low-grade prostate cancer, live for many years without any severe symptoms and further spread. Nevertheless, it spreads quickly in the higher grade and can be fatal. This small gland is located below the bladder near the rectum. Only men have the prostate gland.

What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?


Little to nil symptoms would be there initially. But, in the later stage, the following symptoms might be experienced by the person.
  • Urinating difficulties
  • Tracing blood in the semen or urine
  • Pain in the hip, lower back, upper thighs
  • Urge to urinate
If you find any above symptoms constantly, consult your doctor immediately.

The Prostate cancer is diagnosed by a digital rectal examination and Prostate specific antigen blood test (PSA). The blood test shows the level of this specific protein. If these tests are not felt sufficient, finally the patient has to go for a biopsy.
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The surgical treatment for prostate cancer:


Robotic prostatectomy surgical treatment is the advanced and standard surgical option performed for the prostate cancer patient. This surgery is performed with an experienced laparoscopic team and advanced surgical technology. Several keyhole incisions are made in the abdominal region of the patient to pass robotic instruments. During the procedure, an endoscope and image processing equipment is used to provide a magnified view of the structures surrounding the prostate gland. Through one of the keyholes the prostate gland is removed.

In Robotic prostatectomy, the surgeon is sitting at a computer console, operates tiny wristed instruments. The entire surgery is done without the doctor’s hand.

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Thursday 26 July 2018

Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy : Bid Goodbye To Large Kidney Stones

Have you ever felt intense recurring pain in your back or belly that gets worsened during specific hours of the day? Have you felt burning sensation and intense pain during urination? Hold on before you ignore these signs and symptoms. These can be indications of kidney stones.

Kidney stones or nephrolithiasis is a treatable medical condition where many mineral clumps accumulate on the different parts of the kidney. This restricts easy flow of urine formation procedure, causing many nephrological issues. So, it is of prime importance to clear these away from the urinary system of the body so as to ensure healthy life cycles. Kidney stones can be removed by different methods.



South Indian Institute for Urology and Transplant (SIIUT), the best in kidney stone treatment in Tamil Nadu has been a trusted name in the medical field when it comes to the department of urology and related issues. PERCUTANEOUS NEPHROLITHOTOMY is one of the important methods of treatments that we undertake for removing kidney stones that are quite large(>2cm diameter). Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is used for the circumstances when the stones are large in size and number, scattered over a large surface area.

PCNL PROCEDURE


After the patient had been prepared for the surgery after anaesthesia, a 1cm incision is made on the kidney so as to pass the tube into the kidney to perform the stone removal. X-Ray imaging is used to assist the entry of the tube.

The procedure is minimally invasive which can be done by a keyhole surgery which radically decreases the chances of causing infections after the surgery. It also decreases the recovery time needed.



We, at SIIUT, have our eminent array of doctors who get to understand each and every need of the patient, thereby rendering the best service they could ever get aiding fast recovery. We have the best of its kind, the machinery and the technicians to operate the same to provide the best quality in the treatment that we offer. Being the best urologist in Chennai, we bring to you, the relief you’ve always wanted to bring your lost smile back on your face!


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Tuesday 29 May 2018

What is an Obstructive Azoospermia? Its Causes and Treatments

Obstructive azoospermia represents “No Sperm” in a man’s semen. This condition is caused by the blockage or obstruction in sperm delivery. Obstructive azoospermia is found around 40% azoospermia cases. It is being the major cause of infertility in men.
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Causes of Obstructive azoospermia


Vasectomy: Obstructive azoospermia commonly results from previous vasectomy and other causes. This surgical procedure stops the sperm flow from the sperm ducts.

Tubal blockage: Obstructive azoospermia may result from a blockage in any tube that leads from the testicle to the opening tip of the penis such as Vas Deferens, Ejaculatory duct, and Epididymis. Vas deferens obstruction is commonly caused by vasectomy.

Infection: Severe urinary infection, genital infection, injury during inguinal or scrotal surgery, venereal diseases such as Chlamydia, prostatitis which could cause a blockage in small tubules of Epididymis or ejaculatory ducts.

Congenital anomalies: Some men are born with missing vas deferens, a genetic problem similar to a vasectomy. Other men are born with a prostate cyst that blocks the ejaculatory ducts.

Surgical Complications: Hernia repair or urogenital surgeries can result in scarring that would lead to a blockage.

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Obstructive azoospermia diagnosis


The diagnosis includes
  • Patient’s medical history
  • Surgeries or injuries in the pelvic area
  • Exposure to chemo or radiation therapy
  • A family history of birth defects like the reproductive failure or cystic fibrosis
  • Sexually transmitted disease
During the physical examination, the following will be checked
  • Presence of vas deferens
  • Presence of Varicocele
  • Contents of scrotum and penis
  • The overall maturation of the reproductive organs
Laboratory tests such as
  • X-rays/ultrasound of reproductive organs
  • Measuring Testosterone, Follicle stimulating hormone
  • Transrectal ultrasound

Obstructive azoospermia Treatment


Men who suffer from obstructive azoospermia need a surgical intervention to clear the obstruction so as to make the pregnancy naturally.
  • For Epididymal obstruction, Vasoepididymostomy is performed
  • For ejaculatory duct obstruction, Transurethral Resection of the Ejaculatory duct (TURED) is suggested.

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Tuesday 27 February 2018

Advanced Urinary Incontinence Treatment In Chennai

What is Urinary Incontinence?

Urinary incontinence is a general problem, in which a person lost control of urine from leaking out. There are many types of urinary incontinence, such as

  • Stress Incontinence
  • Urge Incontinence
  • Overflow Incontinence
  • Functional Incontinence
  • Total Incontinence
  • Mixed Incontinence

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What are the symptoms of Urinary Incontinence?

The main symptom of urinary incontinence is leakage of urine. Other symptoms depend on the type of the urinary incontinence. Such as

  • Stress Incontinence- leakage while heavy lifting, exercise, coughing, or laughing
  • Urge Incontinence- leakage while quick change in position
  • Overflow Incontinence- leakage while problem in prostate gland, or a blocked urethra
  • Functional Incontinence-poor eyesight, dementia, depression, and anxiety
  • Total Incontinence- leakage while injury to urinary system or in the spinal cord or a hole in the bladder
  • Mixed Incontinence-mixed symptoms of stress and urge incontinence

What kinds of treatment options are available for urinary incontinence?

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The treatment for urinary incontinence can depend on various factors, such as the age of the patient, incontinence type, patient mental and regular health. There are various types of treatments prescribed for treating urinary incontinence. They are

1. Stress incontinence- pelvic floor or kegel exercises that help to strengthen the urinary sphincter and pelvic floor muscles.

2. Bladder training- helps to regain control over the bladder.

  • To delay the urination
  • Double voiding
  • Schedule time for toilet

3. Medications such as Anticholinergics, Estrogen, or Tofranil (Imipramine)

4. Medical devices, such as

  • Urethral inserts
  • Pessary
  • Radiofrequency therapy
  • Botox ( botulinum toxin type A) injections
  • Bulking agents
  • Sacral nerve stimulator
5. Surgery- surgery is recommended when therapies do not provide any relief. Surgical options include

  • Sling procedures-it is used to support the urethra and prevent leaking of urine outside by inserting a mesh under the bladder neck part.
  • Colpo-suspension- to lift the bladder neck for relieving stress
  • Artificial sphincter- it is inserted to control the urine flow.

6. Other options

  • Urinary catheter
  • Absorbent pads

The Institute of renal sciences and transplant in SIMS Hospital is an excellent place for the treatment of urinary incontinence in Tamil Nadu. The hospital provides best treatment facilities and cares to the patients.
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Monday 29 January 2018

Prostate cancer?? No Worries you can survive..

The prostate gland is the part of the male reproductive system and situated with the male urethra at the exit of its bladder. It is a walnut-sized gland that secretes a portion of the semen or seminal fluid. This seminal fluid is transport sperm from the testes. Seminal fluid is essential for the reproduction.

What is prostate cancer?


Cancer in prostate gland is known as prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death in males. Prostate cancer is very common in the men above 50 and often has fatty foods or has a family history of prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is developed from the abnormal growth of the adenocarcinoma cells in the prostate gland. Adenocarcinoma cells are developed from glandular tissue.

What are the causes of Prostate cancer?


The exact causes of prostate cancer are not known but several risk factors are identified for developing prostate cancer. They are
·         Genetic defects
·         Inherited gene changes
·         Genetic changes in cells normal growth


What are the symptoms of Prostate cancer?


The symptoms of prostate cancer are
·         Frequent need of urinate
·         Problem in starting, holding or stopping the urine stream
·         Interrupted or weak urine system
·         Not able to urinate or lose control
·         Painful urination
·         Blood in the urine
It is best to identify and treat prostate cancer at an early stage as it is difficult to treat prostate cancer at the later stage. It is not possible to cure prostate cancer at the later stage.


What types of tests are recommended to diagnose prostate cancer?


Prostate cancer is diagnosed by three tests. They are
·         Digital rectal examination (DRE)
·         Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test
·         Prostate biopsy


What are the treatment options available for prostate cancer?


The treatment options for prostate cancer include
·         Regular observation and surveillance
·         Surgery (open, robotic, laparoscopic, perianal)
·         Hormonal therapy
·         Radiation therapy
·         Chemotherapy
·         Focal therapy
·         Bone directed therapy
·         Immunotherapy
·         High intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU)
·         Radiopharmaceuticals

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