Urology in Sheffield

If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, it is important to see a medical specialist to find out the cause:

• Blood in your urine
• Painful urination
• Changes in frequency of urination
• Inability to urinate
• Weak or hesitant stream of urine
• Leaking of urine (incontinence)
• Lower abdomen pain
• Pelvic pain
• Erectile dysfunction
• Testicular mass

Some of the most common urology conditions we manage at Thornbury Hospital include:

• Incontinence: Urinary incontinence refers to the involuntary release of urine. It ranges from mild to severe, and there are several types of urinary incontinence including stress, urge, and overflow. It can be caused by multiple factors, such as stress, age, and underlying medical conditions
• Urinary tract infections: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are infections usually caused by faecal bacteria entering your urinary tract. You may feel a burning sensation whilst urinating and might feel an increased, urgent need to urinate
• Kidney stones: Kidney stones are stones formed by minerals and salts found in your body. Usually, kidney stones can pass on their own if they are small, but if they are larger or more complex, they can cause blockages in your ureter (the tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder) which causes a lot of pain
• Painful bladder syndrome (interstitial cystitis): Interstitial cystitis is a chronic condition that affects the bladder and surrounding pelvic area. It causes pain and discomfort in these areas, as well as an increased urinary urgency and frequency. You may have also heard of it as ‘painful bladder syndrome'
• Benign scrotal lumps: Most of the time, lumps in your testicles are caused by something non-cancerous (benign). The two most common types of benign lumps in testicles are hydroceles and epidydimal cysts. If you do feel a lump or cyst in your testicle, it is vital that you have it examined by a medical specialist to rule out anything serious

• Cystoscopy (flexible): A flexible cystoscopy is a quick, routine procedure which involves a thin tube with a light and camera at one end of it called a cystoscope. This is carried out in order to examine your bladder, and involves a cystoscope being inserted into your urethra (the tube that carries urine out of your body) upwards into your bladder. The images captured by the cystoscope are displayed on a monitor for your consultant to view whilst performing the procedure. A flexible cystoscopy is usually performed to aid diagnosis and treatment of bladder stones, frequent UTIs, and pelvic floor dysfunction. A flexible cystoscopy typically takes around 5 minutes
• Trans-urethral resection of the prostate (TURP): A trans-urethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a procedure which involves removing part of your prostate. You may consider TURP if you are suffering with an enlarged or swollen prostate, as it can help relieve the symptoms by reducing the pressure placed on your bladder and urethra
• Rigid cystoscopy (bladder scope): A rigid cystoscopy (bladder scope) is similar to a flexible cystoscopy, but it involves the insertion of a rigid cystoscope into your urethra and bladder. This allows your consultant to view and examine these areas closely and is usually performed under local or general anaesthetic. A rigid cystoscopy typically takes around 15-30 minutes
• Rezum: Rezum is a minimally invasive treatment which can shrink an enlarged prostate using steam. It is an outpatient procedure and typically takes around 10-15 minutes. If you are suffering from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) then Rezum treatment can be performed on you to help reduce your symptoms
• Adult circumcision: Adult circumcision is a surgical procedure involving the removal of the foreskin from your penis. It can be performed for numerous reasons; religious, cultural, cosmetic, or medical and is typically performed in infancy or early childhood but it can also be performed on adults

At Thornbury Hospital, your initial consultation will take place with a urology specialist of your choice, at a time and date to suit you. This consultation is an opportunity to discuss all the options available to you about your area of concern.

Your consultant will discuss your symptoms, along with suitable diagnostic investigations and treatment options, ensuring you are fully informed about these. They will also discuss your medical history, and any past procedures or investigations to create your tailored treatment plan.

We offer a directly accessible urology service for patients with diagnosed and suspected urology problems. This service is complemented by state-of-the-art procedures carried out by well-established, highly qualified consultant urologists. Using the close working relationship of the consultants and staff at Thornbury Hospital, patients with various types of urology conditions can be expertly managed.

All of our diagnostic urology investigations and interpreted and reported by our experienced team of consultant urologists, all of which have clinics throughout the week. Please note that the initial consultation and follow-up consultation fees are additional to any tests or procedures carried out.

Depending on the scan or test required, you may be able to have it on the same day as your initial consultation, but we would usually arrange it for a few days after your initial consultation at a day and time to suit you.

Your urological health is a top priority, and our team are here to support you every step of the way.

Whether your urology condition is diagnosed or suspected, our dedicated consultants, compassionate team, and our modern facilities at Thornbury Hospital are here to provide you with the best possible experience throughout your journey.

We know that choosing to have a procedure is a big decision, which is why our multidisciplinary team are on hand to support you, following a consultant-led treatment plan.

When you choose to go private with Thornbury Hospital in Sheffield, you’ll benefit from:

• Flexible appointment times to suit your lifestyle
• Custom treatment plans tailored to you and your individual needs
• Consultant-led treatment supported by our dedicated team, with 98.6%* of patients saying their overall experience of the nursing care was very good, or excellent
• Modern facilities benefitting from free on-site parking, 64 ensuite rooms, catering from our restaurant and much more
• Fixed-price packages including aftercare
• Ability to spread the cost of your treatment over a period of up to five years
• Fast access to treatment, usually within 48 hours for a consultation with one of our specialists

To find out more about our urology service, give us a call or book online today for your consultation with one of our leading urology consultants.

^{*During the period of January to December 2022, Thornbury Hospital received 2,870 completed Inpatient/Day Case patient surveys.}