Urology
Consultant – Urology10+ Years of Experience
Fortis Hospital & Kidney Institute
Kolkata
Dr. Sandeep Prasad is a Consultant Urologist in Kolkata with expertise in the diagnosis and management of urinary tract conditions, kidney stones, prostate disorders, urethral diseases, and urological cancers. He is associated with Fortis Hospital & Kidney Institute, Kolkata, and is also listed for consultations at Fortis Hospital Anandapur. His clinical interests include endourology, uro-oncology, and minimally invasive urological procedures.
Dr. Sandeep Prasad holds an MBBS, MS in General Surgery, DNB in Urology, MCh in Urology, and FMAS qualification. He completed his MBBS in 2009 and MS in General Surgery in 2015. He subsequently pursued advanced urology training at Government Madras Medical College in Chennai. His medical and surgical education provides a foundation for evaluating and managing diseases of the kidneys, urinary bladder, prostate, and urethra.
His areas of clinical expertise include the evaluation and treatment of kidney and urinary tract stones, endoscopic urological surgery, and management of benign prostate enlargement. His documented interests include Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) and Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP), which are surgical procedures used to relieve urinary obstruction caused by an enlarged prostate in appropriately selected patients.
Dr. Prasad also has a clinical interest in uro-oncology, including conditions affecting the kidneys, urinary bladder, and prostate. Uro-oncology involves the assessment and management of cancers arising within the urinary tract and male reproductive system. Treatment planning may include diagnostic investigations, cancer staging, surgical assessment, and coordination with other oncology specialists according to the patient's condition.
His professional interests also include urethral stricture disease and endourological procedures. Dr. Prasad is listed as a member of the American Urological Association, Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry Urologists Association, and Urological Society of India. His official hospital profile also records a first prize in a quiz organised by SZUSI.
Patients seeking urology consultation in Kolkata for urinary symptoms, kidney stones, prostate enlargement, urethral obstruction, or suspected urological cancers may consult Dr. Sandeep Prasad for specialist assessment. The appropriate treatment depends on clinical examination, relevant investigations, disease severity, and individual health considerations. Consultation availability and the hospital location should be confirmed before booking an appointment.
Kidney stones are hard mineral deposits that form inside the kidneys and may cause severe pain, blood in the urine, nausea, or urinary obstruction. Treatment depends on stone size, location, symptoms, and kidney function. Management may include medication, observation, or procedures to remove or fragment larger stones.
Ureteric stones develop when kidney stones enter the tubes connecting the kidneys to the bladder. They can cause intense flank pain, urinary difficulties, or infection. Treatment may involve medication, ureteroscopy, laser fragmentation, or temporary ureteric stenting depending on the stone's size, location, and associated complications.
Endourology uses specialised instruments and endoscopes to diagnose and treat conditions inside the urinary tract. Procedures can help manage stones, blockages, and selected urinary abnormalities through natural urinary passages or small incisions. The technique chosen depends on the affected organ, disease characteristics, and the patient's overall health.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate that can cause frequent urination, weak urine flow, nighttime urination, and incomplete bladder emptying. Treatment ranges from lifestyle measures and medication to surgical procedures when symptoms are severe, persistent, or associated with complications such as urinary retention.
TURP is an endoscopic surgical procedure used to relieve urinary obstruction caused by benign prostate enlargement. A specialised instrument is inserted through the urethra to remove obstructing prostate tissue. It may be considered when medication is insufficient or complications develop. Recovery and risks depend on individual health factors.
HoLEP is a laser-based procedure used to remove prostate tissue obstructing urine flow in patients with benign prostate enlargement. It is performed through the urethra without an external incision. The procedure may be suitable for patients with larger prostates or significant urinary symptoms, following specialist assessment and appropriate investigations.
Urethral stricture occurs when scar tissue narrows the urethra, making urination difficult. Symptoms may include a weak urinary stream, straining, recurrent infections, and incomplete bladder emptying. Treatment options include endoscopic incision, dilation, or reconstructive surgery. The preferred approach depends on the narrowing's location, length, and recurrence history.
Direct Visual Internal Urethrotomy is an endoscopic procedure that uses a specialised instrument to incise scar tissue causing a urethral narrowing. It may be considered for selected short urethral strictures. Recurrence is possible, and patients with complex or repeated strictures may require other approaches, including reconstructive surgery.
Kidney cancer develops when abnormal cells grow within kidney tissue. It may be detected incidentally during imaging or investigated after symptoms such as blood in the urine or persistent flank discomfort. Management depends on tumour characteristics and staging and may involve surveillance, surgery, or additional cancer-directed treatment.
Bladder cancer commonly presents with blood in the urine, although some patients experience urinary frequency or discomfort. Evaluation may include urine testing, imaging, and cystoscopy. Treatment depends on cancer grade and stage and may include endoscopic tumour removal, bladder-directed therapy, or more extensive treatment when clinically indicated.
Prostate cancer is a malignancy affecting the prostate gland. Assessment may involve PSA testing, clinical examination, magnetic resonance imaging, and biopsy when indicated. Treatment depends on cancer risk, stage, symptoms, and patient preferences. Options may include active surveillance, surgery, radiotherapy, systemic treatment, or a combination of approaches.
Hematuria refers to blood in the urine and may occur because of infections, urinary stones, prostate conditions, kidney disorders, or urinary tract tumours. Evaluation is important, particularly when bleeding is visible or persistent. Investigations may include urine tests, imaging, and cystoscopy to identify the underlying cause and guide treatment.
Bladder disorders can cause urinary urgency, frequent urination, pain, incomplete emptying, or difficulty controlling urine. Assessment begins with symptom history, examination, and selected investigations. Treatment varies according to the underlying cause and may involve behavioural changes, medication, bladder training, or specialist procedures when necessary.
A hydrocele is a collection of fluid surrounding a testicle that causes swelling of the scrotum. Small, painless hydroceles may be monitored, while persistent or uncomfortable swelling may require surgical treatment. Examination and ultrasound can help distinguish a hydrocele from other conditions affecting the testicles or surrounding tissues.
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DNB (Urology), MCh (Urology), FMAS
Urology consultation, endourology, kidney stone management, ureteric stone treatment, urethral stone management, benign prostatic hyperplasia treatment, TURP surgery, HoLEP surgery, urethral stricture management, direct visual internal urethrotomy (DVIU), bladder disorder assessment, hematuria evaluation, prostate cancer evaluation, bladder cancer evaluation, kidney cancer evaluation, hydrocele treatment, urinary tract assessment, kidney health evaluation.
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Dr. Sandeep Prasad is a Consultant Urologist in Kolkata associated with Fortis Healthcare. His clinical interests include endourology, urinary stone diseases, prostate disorders, urethral strictures, and uro-oncology. He evaluates conditions affecting the kidneys, urinary bladder, prostate, and urinary tract.
Dr. Sandeep Prasad holds MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DNB (Urology), MCh (Urology), and FMAS qualifications. His professional training includes advanced urology education at Government Madras Medical College in Chennai.
Dr. Sandeep Prasad is listed as having 10 years of experience on his official hospital profile. Another healthcare profile lists 10+ years in its summary and over 15 years in its biography. His exact total experience should be confirmed before a definitive number is published.
His documented areas of expertise include kidney and urinary tract stones, benign prostate enlargement, urethral strictures, and urological cancers affecting the kidneys, bladder, and prostate. He also has an interest in minimally invasive endourological treatments.
TURP and HoLEP are both specifically identified among Dr. Sandeep Prasad's clinical interests. These procedures are used to treat urinary obstruction caused by benign prostate enlargement. T
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