Urology

Mediclinic Durbanville’s urologists provide expertise and surgical treatment for urinary disorders of the male and female urinary tracts, as well as conditions of the male genital tract or reproductive organs conditions diagnosed, treated and managed include:

• Birth defects of urinary and genital organs (undescended testicle)
• Erectile dysfunction (ED)
• Interstitial cystitis (painful bladder syndrome)
• Kidney and bladder cancer
• Management of male impotence and infertility
• Pelvic floor dysfunction
• Pelvic organ prolapse (injury to the pelvic floor muscles could be caused during childbirth)
• Prostatic diseases (infections of the prostate, enlargement of the prostate in elderly men, early diagnosis of cancer of the prostate)
• Urinary incontinence
• Urinary stones (diagnostic and management of stones with the latest equipment without surgical cuts)
• Urinary tract infections

Certain symptoms suggest that you may need to consult with a Urologist:

• Blood in the urine

  
• Changes in urinary pattern

• Frequent need to urinate

• Frequent urinary tract infections

• Inability to urinate

• Incontinence (difficulty holding urine or leaking)

• Male infertility, impotence, or erectile dysfunction

• Mass in a testicle

• Pain in the lower abdomen

• Pain when you urinate

If you are experiencing such symptoms, call your doctor or find a urologist in our directory: https://bit.ly/3MW6fRw

Mediclinic Durbanville stands at the forefront of minimally invasive urological surgery in South Africa, delivering world-class care through cutting-edge robotic technology and specialist expertise. Our patients benefit from shorter recovery times, enhanced precision and improved outcomes compared to traditional open procedures.

Expertise in Robotic Prostatectomy

Dr Gawie Bruwer is among South Africa’s most experienced robotic prostatectomy surgeons, having performed more than 500 robotic radical prostatectomies. His patient-focused approach emphasises precision, reduced recovery times and improved functional results. For more on Dr Bruwer, click here.

Leading Robotic Kidney Surgery

Dr Danelo du Plessis is renowned for his high-volume robotic kidney surgeries. As a senior lecturer at Stellenbosch University and Tygerberg Hospital, he brings advanced surgical techniques to his practice at Mediclinic Durbanville. His expertise includes complex procedures such as retroperitoneal robotic partial nephrectomies. For more on Dr du Plessis, click here.

Groundbreaking Robotic Bladder Cancer Surgery

In a pioneering achievement for Mediclinic Durbanville, Drs. Bruwer and du Plessis successfully performed South Africa’s first minimally invasive robotic radical cystectomy for bladder cancer. This advanced procedure involved the complete removal of the bladder and a novel urinary diversion technique, all executed through small incisions. The Da Vinci robotic system enhanced surgical precision, minimised bleeding and reduced patient recovery time to just five days, compared to up to two weeks with traditional methods. For more on the first robotic surgery performed at Mediclinic Durbanville, click here.

State-of-the-Art Robotic Technology

Mediclinic Durbanville uses the Da Vinci Si HD robotic system, a sophisticated laparoscopic surgical tool offering high-definition 3D visualisation and enhanced dexterity. This technology allows surgeons to perform complex procedures with greater accuracy and minimal invasiveness, leading to faster recovery and improved patient outcomes.