Urologic Surgery: An Issue of Urologic Clinics

Urologic surgery is a surgical specialty that deals with the medical conditions or diseases of the male and female urinary tracts. It is involved in treating diseases of several organs such as kidneys, ureter, urethra, bladder, penis, testes, prostate, scrotum, etc. There are a number of different urologic surgeries that include vasectomy, cystoscopy, prostate procedures, ureteroscopy, lithotripsy, etc. Vasectomy is a common urologic surgery which is used for birth control in men on a permanent basis. Ureterostomy is a procedure for changing the path that urine takes when exiting the body. Prostate biopsy helps in diagnosing prostate cancer. This book is compiled in such a manner that it will provide an in-depth knowledge about the theory and practice of urologic surgery. It includes contributions of experts and researchers which will provide innovative insights into this field. The book will prove immensely beneficial to medical professionals and students involved in the area of urologic surgery at various levels.