The Urology Department provides evaluation and treatment for a wide range of urological conditions in children, adults and older people, supported by a team of experienced urologists and specialised medical services.

With access to advanced surgical techniques, minimally invasive procedures and robotic-assisted surgery, the department provides treatment options based on each patient's medical condition and clinical requirements. Its services include kidney stone treatment, prostate surgery, reconstructive urology, paediatric urology, uro-oncology and renal transplantation.

Located in Aluva, Kochi, Rajagiri Hospital provides specialised urological evaluation, medical management, surgical treatment and follow-up care for patients from across Kerala and beyond.

Comprehensive Urology Care at Rajagiri Hospital

Urology is the medical speciality concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the urinary system in both men and women, as well as the male reproductive system.

The Urology Department at Rajagiri Hospital provides comprehensive care for a variety of urological conditions. Treatment may involve medication, minimally invasive procedures, laparoscopic surgery, robotic-assisted surgery or other specialised interventions, depending on the patient's diagnosis.

The department's services cover:

• Kidney and urinary tract disorders

• Kidney and ureteric stones

• Prostate enlargement and related urinary problems

• Kidney, bladder and prostate cancers

• Urethral and urinary tract abnormalities

• Paediatric urological conditions

• Male reproductive and sexual health conditions

• Reconstructive urological disorders

• Conditions requiring renal transplantation

  Comprehensive Urology Care at Rajagiri Hospital

  Urology is the medical speciality concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the urinary system in both men and women, as well as the male reproductive system.

  The Urology Department at Rajagiri Hospital provides comprehensive care for a variety of urological conditions. Treatment may involve medication, minimally invasive procedures, laparoscopic surgery, robotic-assisted surgery or other specialised interventions, depending on the patient's diagnosis.

  The department's services cover:

  • Kidney and urinary tract disorders

  • Kidney and ureteric stones

  • Prostate enlargement and related urinary problems

  • Kidney, bladder and prostate cancers

  • Urethral and urinary tract abnormalities

  • Paediatric urological conditions

  • Male reproductive and sexual health conditions

  • Reconstructive urological disorders

  • Conditions requiring renal transplantation

    Conditions Treated by Our Urology Department 

    Urological conditions can affect people at different stages of life. Early evaluation and appropriate treatment can help manage symptoms and prevent complications.

    Kidney Stones and Urinary Tract Stones

    Kidney stones are hard deposits that develop when minerals and salts accumulate in the urinary system. Depending on their size, location and composition, they may cause severe pain, blood in the urine, nausea or difficulty passing urine.

    Rajagiri Hospital offers different treatment approaches for urinary stones, including Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS), Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL). The appropriate procedure is selected after evaluating the patient's condition and the characteristics of the stones.

    Enlarged Prostate and Urinary Problems

    Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as prostate enlargement, can affect urine flow in older men. Common symptoms include frequent urination, difficulty starting urination, a weak urine stream and the feeling of incomplete bladder emptying.

    The Urology Department offers prostate treatment options such as Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP), Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP), REZUM therapy and UroLift procedures, subject to clinical suitability.

    Urological Cancers

    Uro-oncology focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of cancers affecting the urinary system and male reproductive organs.

    These include:

    • Kidney cancer

    • Bladder cancer

    • Prostate cancer

    • Other urological malignancies

    Treatment options may include surgical procedures and other cancer treatments based on the type and stage of the disease. Selected patients may be evaluated for laparoscopic or robotic-assisted surgical procedures.

    Urethral and Reconstructive Urological Conditions

    Urethral strictures, urinary tract abnormalities and certain bladder disorders can affect normal urine flow and bladder function. Reconstructive urology focuses on correcting these conditions through specialised surgical procedures.

    Available procedures include urethroplasty, ureteric reimplantation with Boari flap, vesicovaginal fistula repair and augmentation cystoplasty with Mitrofanoff procedure.

    Paediatric Urological Conditions

    Children may develop congenital or acquired conditions affecting the kidneys, ureters, bladder and genital urinary system. Paediatric urology focuses on evaluating and treating these conditions according to the child's age, diagnosis and individual needs.

    Advanced Urology Treatments and Procedures

    Rajagiri Hospital provides a range of surgical and minimally invasive treatment options for urological conditions. The choice of procedure depends on the patient's diagnosis, overall health and specialist assessment.

    Robotic-Assisted Urological Surgery

    Robotic-assisted surgery is used for selected complex urological procedures. It allows surgeons to perform operations using specialised instruments and a high-definition surgical view.

    The robotic-assisted urological procedures available at Rajagiri Hospital include:

    • Robotic-Assisted Radical Nephrectomy

    • Robotic-Assisted Partial Nephrectomy

    • Robotic-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy

    • Robotic-Assisted Reconstructive Urological Procedures

    These procedures may be considered for selected patients with kidney, prostate or reconstructive urological conditions.

    Minimally Invasive and Laparoscopic Urology

    Minimally invasive urological surgery uses small incisions and specialised instruments to perform selected surgical procedures. Depending on the condition, this approach may help reduce surgical trauma and support recovery.

    The department's listed laparoscopic procedures include:

    • Laparoscopic Radical Nephrectomy

    • Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy

    • Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy

    • Vesicovaginal Fistula (VVF) Repair

    • Ureteric Reimplantation with Boari Flap

    • Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty

    Kidney Stone Treatment – RIRS, PCNL and ESWL

    Different procedures are used to treat kidney and urinary tract stones depending on their size, location and complexity.

    Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS): A minimally invasive procedure in which a flexible ureteroscope is passed through the urinary tract to reach selected kidney stones. Laser energy is used to break the stones into smaller fragments.

    Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL): A procedure used to remove selected larger or complex kidney stones through a small opening in the back.

    Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL): A non-invasive treatment that uses externally generated shock waves to break selected urinary stones into smaller fragments.

    A urologist evaluates the patient's condition and recommends the most appropriate treatment option.

    Prostate Treatment – TURP, HoLEP, REZUM and UroLift

    Prostate enlargement can cause urinary symptoms that affect daily activities and quality of life. Depending on the severity of symptoms and prostate characteristics, different treatment options may be considered.

    The department's listed procedures include:

    • Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP): A procedure used to remove obstructive prostate tissue through the urethra.

    • Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP): A laser-based procedure used to remove prostate tissue causing urinary obstruction.

    • REZUM Therapy: A minimally invasive treatment that uses water vapour energy to reduce enlarged prostate tissue.

    • UroLift Procedure: A minimally invasive procedure that uses implants to hold enlarged prostate tissue away from the urethra.

    The suitability of each procedure depends on individual clinical assessment.

    Reconstructive Urology

    Reconstructive urology addresses structural abnormalities and damage affecting the urinary tract. Surgical treatment may help restore normal urinary function in selected patients.

    Procedures listed under this service include:

    • Urethroplasty

    • Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty

    • Ureteric Reimplantation with Boari Flap

    • Vesicovaginal Fistula Repair

    • Augmentation Cystoplasty with Mitrofanoff Procedure

    Renal Transplantation

    Renal transplantation is an advanced treatment option for selected patients with end-stage kidney disease. It involves transplanting a healthy kidney from a suitable donor into the recipient.

    Patients being considered for kidney transplantation require a comprehensive medical evaluation, donor assessment and compatibility testing. Rajagiri Hospital provides renal transplantation services as part of its specialised kidney care.

    Uro-Oncology

    Uro-oncology deals with cancers affecting the kidneys, bladder, prostate and other parts of the urinary system. Patients may require a combination of diagnostic investigations, surgical treatment and other cancer therapies.

    Selected patients may be evaluated for minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgical procedures depending on their diagnosis and treatment plan.

    Paediatric Urology

    Paediatric urology focuses on conditions affecting the urinary and reproductive systems of infants, children and adolescents. Evaluation and treatment are planned according to the child's age, medical condition and developmental needs.

    Reconstructive and Specialised Urology Procedures

    The department's listed specialised procedures include:

    • Robotic-assisted nephrectomy and prostatectomy

    • Laparoscopic adrenalectomy

    • Laparoscopic pyeloplasty

    • Urethroplasty

    • Augmentation cystoplasty with Mitrofanoff procedure

    • Vesicovaginal fistula repair

    • Ureteric reimplantation with Boari flap

    • Penile prosthesis procedures

    • Urodynamic studies

    Urology Diagnostic Services

    Accurate diagnosis is an important part of planning appropriate urological treatment. Depending on the patient's symptoms and medical history, a urologist may recommend clinical examination, laboratory investigations, imaging or specialised diagnostic procedures.

    Urodynamic studies are among the specialised services listed by the department. These studies help evaluate how the bladder and urethra store and release urine.

    Why Choose Rajagiri Hospital for Urology Care in Kochi?

    Patients seeking urology treatment in Kochi can access a range of specialised services at Rajagiri Hospital.

    Comprehensive Urological Services: Evaluation and treatment options for kidney, bladder, prostate, urinary tract and male reproductive system conditions.

    Robotic-Assisted Surgery: Robotic-assisted procedures for selected kidney, prostate and reconstructive urological conditions.

    Minimally Invasive Treatment Options: Laparoscopic and endourological procedures for selected urological disorders.

    Kidney Stone Management: Treatment options including RIRS, PCNL and ESWL.

    Prostate Treatment Options: Procedures such as TURP, HoLEP, REZUM therapy and UroLift, depending on clinical suitability.

    Paediatric Urology: Specialised evaluation and treatment for urological conditions affecting children.

    Renal Transplantation: Kidney transplantation services for eligible patients requiring advanced kidney care.

    Multidisciplinary Hospital Support: Access to hospital diagnostic, laboratory, radiology, critical care and surgical support services.