Genitourinary Surgical Oncology

Genitourinary Surgical Oncology

Advanced Care for Cancerous and Non-Cancerous Conditions

Genitourinary (GU) cancers can significantly impact overall health and quality of life, involving vital organs such as the kidneys, bladder, prostate, testicles, urethra, and adrenal glands. Conditions like renal tumors, bladder cancer, prostate cancer, testicular cancer, urethral malignancies, and complex benign growths often require specialized surgical oncology interventions when non-surgical treatments are insufficient. At Al Riaz Health Services, we deeply understand the physical, emotional, and psychological challenges faced by patients undergoing complex genitourinary surgical procedures. It is our mission to support patients every step of the way through diagnosis, surgery, and recovery. We work closely with some of the world’s most renowned genitourinary surgical oncology centers and hospitals, combining cutting-edge surgical technology with compassionate, patient-centered care. Our team is committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes for every patient, focusing on early cancer detection, minimally invasive and organ-preserving surgical techniques, and comprehensive post-operative rehabilitation, including urinary and sexual function support. We also prioritize patient comfort, offering unwavering support from the moment a patient enters our care through to full recovery and beyond. With careful planning and personalized surgical treatment plans, we strive to give patients not just freedom from disease, but the confidence and strength to reclaim their daily lives.

Your Guide to Genitourinary Surgical Oncology Diagnosis

What Tests Might Be Needed

• Biopsy
  

  Checking a Small Piece of Tissue

  What is it?
  A biopsy is when we take a tiny bit of tissue—like from a lump or spot—to look at closely.

  Why do we do it?
  It’s the best way to know for sure if cancer is there, what kind it is, and how fast it might grow.

  How does it happen?
  The doctor might use a needle to grab the sample, make a small cut, or use a thin tube with a camera (like for your stomach or lungs). We numb the area so it’s not painful, then send the tissue to a lab where experts check it under a microscope.

  How long does it take?
  The test itself takes 15 minutes to an hour. Results come back in 3-7 days.

  Will it hurt?
  You might feel a quick pinch or some pressure, but the numbing helps a lot. Afterward, it might feel sore, like a bruise, for a day or two.

  What else should I know?
  It’s a big step to getting clear answers—worth it for peace of mind!

• Imaging Scans
  

  Taking Pictures Inside Your Body

  What are they?
  These are special ways to see inside you without surgery—like X-rays, CTs, MRIs, PET scans, or ultrasounds.

  Why do we do them?
  They show us where cancer is, how big it is, and if it’s spread, helping us plan your care.

  How do they happen?
  

  • X-ray: A fast picture, often of your chest or bones.
  • CT Scan: You lie on a table that slides into a big ring using X-rays. Sometimes we use dye (injected or drunk) to see better.
  • MRI: You’re in a loud tube that uses magnets—no radiation, just noise!
  • PET Scan: We inject a safe sugar that cancer lights up on the scan.
  • Ultrasound: A wand with gel moves over your skin using sound waves.

  How long do they take?
  X-rays and ultrasounds: 10–30 minutes. CT: 15–30 minutes. MRI: 30–60 minutes. PET: up to 2 hours (including waiting). Results take 1–2 days.

  Will they hurt?
  No pain—just stay still. The dye might feel warm or weird for a moment. Some machines feel tight or loud, but we’ll help you relax.

  What else should I know?
  They’re safe and give us a roadmap of what’s happening inside.