Department of Urology & Genitourinary Surgery

Inova Hospital offers comprehensive diagnostic and surgical services for conditions affecting the urinary tract and male reproductive system. Under the leadership of Dr. Saroj Giri, we provide advanced, minimally invasive solutions to help patients return to their normal lives faster.

Meet our Lead Specialist

• Dr. Saroj Giri, MCh – Consultant Urologist & Uro Surgeon

  Expert in Endourology, Laser Surgery, and Reconstructive Urology.

Urinary problems can affect comfort, confidence, sleep, work, and overall quality of life. At Inova Hospital, Kathmandu, our Urology Department is focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of diseases involving the kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, and male reproductive urinary system.

Whether you are dealing with kidney stones, burning urination, blood in urine, recurrent urinary infection, prostate enlargement, urinary blockage, or bladder issues, our team aims to provide prompt evaluation, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment under one roof.

We focus on both medical and surgical urology care, with special attention to modern, minimally invasive options whenever appropriate.

What is Urology?

Urology is the branch of medicine and surgery that deals with disorders of the urinary tract in both men and women, as well as conditions affecting the male genitourinary system.

The urinary tract includes:

• Kidneys
• Ureters
• Bladder
• Urethra

Urology also commonly addresses male conditions related to:

• Prostate
• Testes
• Scrotum
• Male urinary flow problems

If you are experiencing persistent urinary symptoms, pain, or recurrent infections, timely evaluation by a urology team can help prevent complications and improve outcomes.

Conditions Treated by the Urology Department

At Inova Hospital, our Urology Department is designed to evaluate and manage a wide range of urinary and urological conditions.

1. Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are one of the most common reasons patients visit a urology department. Stones can cause:

• Severe side pain
• Burning urination
• Blood in urine
• Nausea and vomiting
• Recurrent infection
• Difficulty passing urine

We provide evaluation and treatment planning for:

• Kidney stones
• Ureteric stones
• Bladder stones
• Recurrent stone disease

2. Prostate Problems

Prostate enlargement is common in aging men and may lead to troublesome urinary symptoms such as:

• Weak urine flow
• Frequent urination
• Night-time urination
• Difficulty starting urine
• Incomplete bladder emptying
• Sudden urinary retention

Our team evaluates prostate-related issues including:

• Enlarged prostate
• Lower urinary tract symptoms
• Urinary retention due to prostate obstruction
• Prostate-related urinary difficulty

3. Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)

Some patients suffer from recurrent or complicated urinary infections. Symptoms may include:

• Burning urination
• Frequent urination
• Fever with urinary symptoms
• Lower abdominal discomfort
• Foul-smelling urine

We assess the cause of recurrent infections and guide proper treatment.

4. Blood in Urine (Hematuria)

Blood in urine should never be ignored. It can be caused by:

• Stones
• Infection
• Prostate problems
• Bladder conditions
• Kidney or urinary tract pathology

Proper evaluation is important to identify the underlying cause early.

5. Urinary Obstruction and Retention

Patients may develop urinary blockage due to stones, prostate enlargement, urethral narrowing, or other causes. This may present as:

• Difficulty passing urine
• Poor urine flow
• Painful bladder fullness
• Inability to urinate
• Recurrent retention

This can become an emergency and may require urgent urology care.

6. Urethral and Bladder Conditions

We also evaluate patients with:

• Bladder discomfort
• Recurrent urinary symptoms
• Suspected urethral narrowing
• Urinary leakage or incontinence
• Straining during urination

7. Male Urology Concerns

Male patients often seek care for:

• Difficulty in urination
• Prostate symptoms
• Scrotal swelling
• Male urinary discomfort
• Recurrent urinary problems

Symptoms You Should Not Ignore

You should consider visiting the Urology Department if you have:

• Burning urination
• Blood in urine
• Frequent urination
• Difficulty holding urine
• Weak urine stream
• Pain in the side or lower abdomen
• Recurrent urinary infection
• Difficulty passing urine
• Sudden inability to urinate
• Kidney stone pain
• Painful urination
• Night-time urination
• Urinary leakage
• Recurrent bladder discomfort

Ignoring these symptoms can delay diagnosis and may lead to worsening infection, kidney damage, or emergency urinary obstruction.

Urology Services at Inova Hospital

Our department is built to support comprehensive evaluation and management of urological problems. Depending on the case, services may include:

Consultation and Clinical Evaluation

Detailed history taking and examination for urinary, stone, and prostate-related problems.

Diagnostic Workup

Urology patients may require investigations such as:

• Urine routine examination
• Urine culture
• Blood tests
• Kidney function tests
• Ultrasound
• X-ray / imaging support
• CT scan referral when needed
• Prostate assessment
• Bladder evaluation

Kidney Stone Evaluation and Treatment Planning

We assess:

• Stone size
• Stone location
• Degree of obstruction
• Associated infection
• Recurrence risk
• Best treatment option based on the patient’s condition

Prostate Assessment

Evaluation for urinary symptoms due to prostate enlargement and guidance on medical or procedural management.

Endourology and Minimally Invasive Urology Care

Modern urology often uses minimally invasive techniques for diagnosis and treatment, helping reduce pain, hospital stay, and recovery time where appropriate.

Cystoscopy

Cystoscopy may be recommended in selected patients to evaluate the urethra and bladder.

Catheter and Retention Management

Care for acute or chronic urinary retention and urinary drainage support when required.

Long-Term Follow-Up

Many urology conditions require follow-up to monitor recurrence, treatment response, and urinary function.

Advanced Kidney Stone and Endourology Focus

Kidney stone disease is becoming increasingly common. At Inova Hospital, the Urology Department strongly focuses on modern stone care and patient-centered decision making.

Depending on the patient’s condition, treatment planning may involve:

• Medical management for selected small stones
• Observation and follow-up
• Endoscopic stone procedures
• Laser-assisted stone fragmentation in suitable cases
• Management of recurrent stone disease

Our goal is to help patients receive the right procedure at the right time, while minimizing complications and recurrence.

Prostate Care at Inova Hospital

Men above middle age often start experiencing urinary problems due to prostate enlargement. These symptoms can gradually worsen and affect sleep, travel, work, and daily life.

Common signs include:

• Frequent urination
• Urgency
• Waking up multiple times at night
• Weak stream
• Difficulty starting urine
• Feeling of incomplete emptying

At Inova Hospital, we guide patients through proper prostate evaluation and management so they can return to a more comfortable and confident daily life.

Why Choose Inova Hospital for Urology in Kathmandu?

1. Patient-Focused Urology Care

We understand that urinary problems can be painful, embarrassing, and disruptive. Our team aims to provide respectful, confidential, and structured care.

2. Modern Evaluation and Treatment Planning

Each patient is different. We tailor investigations and treatment options according to symptoms, severity, and underlying condition.

3. Comprehensive Stone and Prostate Care

From kidney stones to urinary retention and prostate-related symptoms, patients can access coordinated care in one hospital setting.

4. Minimally Invasive Approach Where Appropriate

For suitable cases, minimally invasive and endourology-based approaches may reduce pain, shorten recovery, and improve patient convenience.

5. Convenient Location in Kathmandu

Inova Hospital is located at Lazimpat, Kathmandu, making it accessible for patients from across the valley and nearby regions.

6. Trusted Multidisciplinary Support

Urology care often overlaps with emergency care, imaging, internal medicine, surgery, and critical care. A hospital-based setup helps ensure smoother patient management when needed.

Who Should Visit the Urology Department?

You should book a urology consultation if you are experiencing:

• Recurrent kidney stone pain
• Prostate-related urinary problems
• Frequent urine infection
• Burning urination
• Blood in urine
• Bladder discomfort
• Difficulty passing urine
• Recurrent urinary blockage
• Male urinary symptoms
• Persistent urinary complaints not improving with basic treatment

Early evaluation can make treatment simpler and reduce the chance of complications.

Our Approach to Urology Care

At Inova Hospital, we follow a stepwise approach:

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We listen carefully to your symptoms, duration, previous treatment history, and any emergency signs.

Step 2: Confirm the Diagnosis

Appropriate tests and imaging help identify the exact cause.

Step 3: Plan the Right Treatment

Some patients need medicine, some need monitoring, and some may require procedures or surgery.

Step 4: Prevent Recurrence

For problems like stones and recurrent infections, prevention and follow-up are very important.

Common Urology Problems We See

Patients frequently come to the department with issues such as:

• Kidney stones
• Ureteric stones
• Bladder stones
• Enlarged prostate
• Burning urination
• Blood in urine
• Recurrent UTI
• Urinary blockage
• Lower urinary tract symptoms
• Urinary retention
• Male urinary discomfort
• Recurrent flank pain

When to Seek Urgent Urology Care

You should seek urgent medical attention if you have:

• Severe pain from suspected kidney stone
• Fever with urinary blockage
• Inability to pass urine
• Heavy blood in urine
• Sudden severe lower abdominal pain with retention
• Recurrent vomiting with stone pain

These may indicate an emergency and should not be delayed.

Book a Urology Consultation in Kathmandu

If you are looking for a trusted Urology Department in Kathmandu, Inova Hospital is here to help with evaluation and treatment planning for kidney stones, prostate issues, urinary infections, and other urological conditions.

Inova Hospital
Lazimpat, Kathmandu, Nepal
Phone: 9802348721