The Urology Department at KIMSHEALTH, Kottayam provides complete treatment to address problems of the urinary system and male reproductive organs. Led by Dr. Renu Thomas, the team uses advanced technology alongside medical expertise to achieve the best results for those facing urological issues.

Our department leads advancements in urology, focusing on surgical methods that use less invasion to help patients heal quicker and face fewer risks. We are known for our skills in:

• Endoscopic Combined Intra Renal Surgery (ECIRS) to treat complex kidney stones
• Holmium Laser Enucleation of Prostate (HoLEP) to manage prostate issues,
• Advanced laparoscopic surgeries designed to lower patient discomfort and shorten hospital stays.

If you are looking for the best kidney transplant centres in the region, your search might end here. Till date more than 600 renal transplants have taken place in KIMSHEALTH, Kottayam. Our surgeons have gained fame in performing challenging cases like paediatric, cadaveric, multiorgan, and ABO-incompatible kidney transplants.

For women's urological concerns, our urogynecology services provide thoughtful care, thorough assessments, and treatment plans tailored to their needs.

Treatments Options Available at KIMSHEALTH, Kottayam

Prostate Care Procedures

For your prostate-related issues, our urologists employ the latest technologies to help you with shorter recovery times and reduced discomfort after surgery.

• Holmium Laser Enucleation of Prostate (HoLEP)
• Transurethral Resection of Prostate (TURP) - Monopolar and Bipolar
• UROLIFT procedure
• REZUM therapy
• Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE)
• Prostate biopsy

Stone Management

We provide methods designed to clear stones while limiting harm to tissues. Our team adjusts treatment plans based on the stone size, placement, and your health background. This helps achieve the best results and lowers the chances of stones coming back.

• Laser lithotripsy
• Ureteroscopy (URS)
• Retrograde Intra Renal Surgery (RIRS)
• Flexible Ureteroscopy
• Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
• Miniperc surgery
• Endoscopic Combined Intra Renal Surgery (ECIRS)
• Percutaneous Cystolithotripsy (PCCL)
• Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL)

Laparoscopic and Less Invasive Surgeries

These modern techniques help patients heal faster with smaller cuts, less blood loss, and shorter hospital stays instead of long recoveries after open surgeries. Our team focus on accuracy while working with your tissues and protecting your key structures in tough situations. Some of the key procedures performed skillfully by us are;

• Laparoscopic nephrectomy and partial nephrectomy
• Laparoscopic adrenalectomy
• Laparoscopic donor nephrectomy
• Laparoscopic pyeloplasty
• Invasive prostatectomy and cystectomy
• Retroperitoneoscopic operations

Cancer Surgeries

Our combined uro-oncology team pairs surgical skills with modern evidence-based methods to deliver complete cancer care.

• Kidney removal surgery or radical nephrectomy
• Prostate removal surgery or radical prostatectomy
• Bladder removal surgery, also called as radical cystectomy
• Bladder tumour resections using transurethral methods (TURBT)
• Surgery to remove lymph nodes in the retroperitoneal area (RPLND)
• Procedures to treat cancers of the testicles and penis

Reconstructive Surgeries

Our reconstructive urology will help you fix urinary function and repair anatomy with great care and precision. Surgeons with advanced training handle these procedures. Their expertise ensures patients get both functional and cosmetic improvements.

• Urethroplasty
• Repair of hypospadias
• Reconstruction of the bladder neck
• Reimplantation of the ureter
• Closure of urethral fistulas

Transplantation and Dialysis Access

Our transplant team handles every aspect of kidney transplant care. If you are recommended for a kidney transplant, we will evaluate you before surgery and also monitor you afterwards for long-term health. The team collaborates with nephrologists, immunologists, and coordinators to provide the best outcomes and guide patients through the entire process.

• Kidney transplant procedures (paediatric multiorgan, cadaveric, and ABO incompatible)
• Creation of Arteriovenous Fistula (AVF)
• Insertion of Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD) catheters
• Placement of permanent catheters (Permcath)

Additional Procedures

We provide expert care to treat a wide variety of urological issues that can affect daily living.

• Cystoscopy using both rigid and flexible techniques
• Urodynamic evaluations
• Surgeries to treat urinary incontinence
• Penile prosthesis surgeries
• Microscopic varicocelectomy and vasovasostomy procedures
• Options available to treat erectile dysfunction and Peyronie's disease

Facilities

a. Diagnostic Tools

We use modern tools to diagnose urological issues. Our invasive tests help specialists determine the issue with precision. Skilled technicians oversee these tests to gather specific anatomical and functional insights. Doctors use this data to create customized treatment plans for each case.

b. Tools for advanced urodynamic tests

• Systems measuring urine flow (uroflowmetry)
• Units for both flexible and rigid cystoscopies
• Cutting-edge Imaging Technology:
• Clear and detailed CT scans
• 3T MRI systems to capture detailed images
• Ultrasound machines
• Equipment for fluoroscopic imaging
• Nuclear medicine tests (DTPA, DMSA, and PSMA PET scans.)

Surgical Facilities

We built our operating rooms to handle urological surgery. These rooms use high-quality visualization tools and ergonomic setups to enhance accuracy during operations. Skilled teams work alongside advanced tools to perform even complex surgeries.

• State-of-the-art operating rooms for invasive procedures
• Laser tools designed to treat prostate issues and break down stones
• Laparoscopic and endoscopic tools for surgical procedures
• Instruments tailored to perform microsurgery

Support Services

These services offer a complete approach to urological care. They focus on every part of your health—before, throughout, and after treatment. Specialists from different fields work together in a connected care model to improve treatment results and assist you in recovering at all stages.

• Around-the-clock emergency care for urological issues
• Full care plans to prepare for surgeries and recover afterwards
• A team-based tumour board to create custom cancer treatments
• Support and rehabilitation to manage incontinence and heal after surgery
• On-site pharmacy stocked with medications for urological problems
• Guidance on nutrition to maintain kidney health

Our Spectrum of Clinics

• Stone Clinic: Providing full evaluation and care for complicated urinary stones using modern and less invasive methods like laser lithotripsy, RIRS, PCNL, and ESWL.
• Prostate Health Clinic: Focusing on diagnosing and treating conditions like benign prostate enlargement and prostate cancer. Options include medicine-based management and advanced surgical procedures such as HoLEP, TURP, UROLIFT, and REZUM.
• Urogynaecology Clinic: Caring for women’s urological problems like urinary leakage, pelvic organ drop, and bladder infections. Offering thorough evaluations and unique treatment plans tailored to each patient.
• Urologic Oncology Clinic: Providing care across multiple fields, this clinic treats kidney, bladder, prostate, testis, and penis cancers.
• Men's Health and Fertility Clinic: Focusing on issues like erectile dysfunction, male infertility, testosterone deficiency, and Peyronie's disease, the clinic offers services such as hormonal testing, testicular biopsies, TESE procedures, and help with assisted reproduction.
• Paediatric Urology Clinic: Offering tailored care to treat children with both congenital and acquired urological issues. This includes imaging designed for kids' genetic tests and using less invasive methods to fix birth-related abnormalities.
• Reconstructive Urology Clinic: This clinic addresses complicated urinary tract reconstruction. It uses advanced methods and custom strategies to handle problems like urethral narrowing, hypospadias, and urinary diversions.