Ironwood Urology’s Blog

Radiation therapy involves the use of high-energy rays or radiation to kill cancer cells. Radiation therapy is typically recommended if the cancer is still localized and has not yet spread outside the prostate gland.

The prostate is a walnut-sized organ that produces a fluid that nourishes the sperm. Several factors such as age, genetics, and lifestyle can cause the prostate to increase in size.

Among the most advanced treatments for Peyronie’s disease is penile prosthesis surgery. While straightening and grafting procedures do work for some patients, others do not respond to it as favorably. As another option, penile prosthesis as a treatment for Peyronie’s disease is both popular and delivers a very high satisfaction rate.

The good news is you now have minimally invasive options, such as that powered by the da Vinci® robotic technology, which has been touted by experts for the superior outcomes it delivers.

Traditional vasectomy and NSV are both outpatient procedures with a common goal. The difference lies in how the urological surgeon accesses the vas deferens. Let’s delve into how each of the procedures is done.