Deepmala

Book Consultation

Genitourinary Interventions

Genitourinary interventions cover a range of image-guided procedures used to manage blockages, infections, and structural problems affecting the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urinary tract — from urinary obstruction and infected collections to varicoceles and renal vascular disease. These techniques offer a scar-free, non-surgical pathway to relieve symptoms and restore normal drainage, without open surgery or prolonged hospital stay.
  • Ultrasound / Fluoroscopy-Guided Precision Access
  • No Surgical Incision, No Visible Scar
  • Kidney & Urinary Function Preserved
  • Day-Care to Short-Stay Procedure
Book Consultation

What are Genitourinary Interventions?

Genitourinary interventions use image-guided needle and catheter techniques to diagnose and treat problems within the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and related structures without open surgery. Under real-time ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance, a fine needle or catheter is advanced directly to the site of obstruction, infection, or abnormal vessels, allowing drainage, stenting, or embolisation to be performed precisely. This relieves pressure, restores normal urine flow, or controls abnormal blood flow while preserving surrounding healthy kidney and urinary tissue.

Scarless Treatment

Function-Preserving

Rapid Symptom Relief

Outpatient to Short-Stay Procedure

Symptoms & Indications

  • Flank pain, fever, or signs of an infected, obstructed kidney.
  • Reduced or absent urine output due to ureteric blockage.
  • Rising kidney function tests from unrelieved obstruction.
  • Scrotal swelling, heaviness, or discomfort from varicocele
  • Blood in the urine from renal or urinary tract vascular abnormalities
  • Urinary leakage or collection following surgery or trauma

When Is IR the Right Choice?

N

Nephrostomy

A catheter is placed directly into the kidney under image guidance to relieve obstruction and drain urine externally.

U

Ureteric Stenting

A stent is placed across a blocked ureter to restore normal urine drainage from kidney to bladder.

V

Varicocele Embolisation

Abnormal testicular veins are occluded from within, relieving scrotal discomfort without open surgical ligation.

R

Renal Artery Embolisation

Acute conditions including stroke and vascular emergencies are handled wiBleeding or abnormal renal vessels are selectively blocked to control haemorrhage or shrink problematic lesions.th readiness.

Speak to a Specialist

Genitourinary Interventions Treatment Journey

 A structured pathway combining precise imaging diagnosis, careful anatomical assessment, and image-guided access — followed by monitored recovery and follow-up surveillance.

01
Consultation
Clinical evaluation of the urinary symptoms and underlying condition.
02
Ultrasound / CT Imaging
High-resolution imaging to confirm the diagnosis and map the anatomy.
03
Procedure Planning
Determining the appropriate intervention based on site, cause, and severity.
04
Image-Guided Intervention
Ultrasound or fluoroscopy-guided drainage, stenting, or embolisation performed under local anaesthesia...
05
Recovery Monitoring
Short observation period before same-day or short-stay discharge.
06
Follow-Up Review
Scheduled review and imaging to confirm resolution and plan catheter or stent management.

Scarless Procedure

Local/Sedation Only

Same-Day to Short-Stay Discharge

Kidney Function Preserved

Post-Procedure Care & Recovery

Following genitourinary intervention, care focuses on short-term monitoring and confirming restoration of normal urinary drainage or symptom resolution.

Immediate Recovery

A brief period of observation to monitor urine output, puncture site, and vital signs before discharge.

Home Care Plan

Guidance on catheter or stent care, activity, and mild pain management for the first few days, with most patients resuming normal routines within 24 - 48 hours.

Follow-Up Consultation

Scheduled review and imaging over the following weeks to confirm resolution, assess kidney function, and plan any catheter or stent exchange or removal.

Why Choose Dr. Deepmala Karmakar?

Our interventional radiology practice brings specialised expertise across the full spectrum of vascular and non-vascular care. Every case begins with a thorough clinical evaluation ensuring the most appropriate, evidence-based intervention is selected for each patient’s specific condition.

Every procedure is performed under real-time advanced imaging whether ultrasound, fluoroscopy, or CT enabling precise access and targeted treatment with minimal disruption to surrounding tissue and faster recovery outcomes.

Experienced Specialists

Each procedure is led by a trained interventional radiologist with deep expertise across vascular and non-vascular domains.

Advanced Technology

Procedures are guided by state-of-the-art imaging infrastructure, ensuring accuracy at every step of the intervention.

24×7 Response

Time-critical conditions including acute stroke and vascular emergencies are managed with round-the-clock readiness and a dedicated response protocol.

Image-Guided Precision

Targeted access under real-time imaging minimises tissue disruption, reduces procedure time, and supports faster, more predictable recovery.

Why Choose
Dr. Deepmala Karmakar?

Genitourinary interventions demand precise image guidance and a thorough understanding of renal and pelvic anatomy to protect kidney function and adjacent structures. Our practice combines detailed pre-procedure imaging assessment with meticulous, real-time image-guided technique, ensuring the underlying problem is treated effectively while kidney and urinary function are fully preserved — delivering rapid symptom relief without the scars, prolonged hospital stay, or surgical risk associated with open urological surgery.

Experienced Specialists

Procedures performed by an interventional radiologist trained in genitourinary image-guided techniques.

Advanced Imaging Technology

High-resolution ultrasound and fluoroscopy enable precise access and real-time monitoring.

Function-Preserving Approach

Treatment is targeted to the affected site, safeguarding overall kidney and urinary function.

Minimally Invasive Precision

Needle and catheter-based access avoids incisions, general anaesthesia, and prolonged hospital stays.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are genitourinary interventions different from open urological surgery?

These interventions treat the problem directly through a needle or catheter under image guidance, without any incision or open surgical exploration — preserving kidney and urinary function while avoiding a visible scar, unlike open surgery.

Suitability depends on the specific condition, its cause, location, and severity, assessed individually through ultrasound, CT, or fluoroscopic evaluation before the appropriate intervention is selected.

Most genitourinary interventions are performed as day-care or short-stay procedures. Whether a catheter or stent is needed, and for how long, depends on the type of intervention, underlying condition, and the patient's overall response to treatment.

Get in Touch

Scarless Solutions for Urinary Tract Conditions

If urinary obstruction, infection, or a vascular abnormality is causing pain or affecting kidney function, image-guided intervention offers an effective, function-preserving alternative to open surgery. Book a consultation to find out if you’re a candidate.
Book Screening
Call Clinic
WhatsApp Support

90%

Successful Drainage/Resolution

Same-Day

Discharge

0

Visible Scars

10+

Years of Experience

Scroll to Top