Dr Arif Akhtar

01/12/2025

Why Men Ignore Early Urinary Cancer Signs — The Psychology Behind Dangerous Delays

Urinary cancers like bladder, kidney, and prostate cancer usually begin with subtle signals. Blood in urine, increased frequency, weak stream, pelvic discomf...

29/11/2025

Pediatric Urology Care: Giving Every Child a Healthy Start

Children aren’t small adults. Their kidneys, bladder, urinary tract, and reproductive system follow a completely different developmental roadmap. That’s why pediatric urology needs a dedicated, specialised approach. Parents deserve clarity, reassurance, and a place where science, compassion, and surgical expertise come together for their child’s long-term health.

At our centre, the mission is simple: provide world-class, evidence-based pediatric urology care that protects a child’s kidneys, preserves function, and ensures healthy growth into adulthood.

Let’s break down what comprehensive pediatric urology truly offers.

Hydronephrosis and Kidney Obstruction
Many issues are detected even before birth. Antenatal hydronephrosis, PUJ obstruction, and similar conditions require careful monitoring. When needed, pyeloplasty—now performed with minimally invasive techniques—can prevent irreversible kidney damage.

Posterior Urethral Valves (PUV)
A major cause of urinary blockage in newborn boys. Early diagnosis and endoscopic valve ablation dramatically improve bladder function and protect the kidneys. Timing is everything.

Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
Recurrent UTIs shouldn’t be dismissed as “normal childhood infections.” VUR grading, DMSA renal scans, and updated treatment protocols help decide the right path. From medical management to Deflux injections and ureteric reimplantation, the goal is to prevent scarring and preserve kidney health.

Hypospadias Repair
One of the most delicate reconstructive surgeries in children. The ideal age is 6–18 months. A well-executed repair ensures normal urinary function, cosmetic appearance, and future sexual health. Precision matters.

Undescended Te**is (Cryptorchidism)
Orchiopexy before 1 year of age improves fertility and reduces long-term cancer risk. Early surgery gives the best outcomes.

Pediatric Kidney Stones
Stone disease is rising in children due to diet and lifestyle changes. With ultra-minimally invasive procedures—RIRS, mini-PCNL, —we remove stones safely with rapid recovery.

Neurogenic Bladder Issues
Children with spinal anomalies or nerve-related bladder dysfunction need lifelong guidance. , bladder rehabilitation, medical therapy, and advanced reconstructive options help protect kidneys and improve continence.

Complex Congenital Anomalies
Early correction gives children the chance to grow up with normal function and confidence.

High risk pediatric kidney transplant

Everything comes down to one message: early evaluation + specialised care = a healthier future for every child.

If your child is facing urinary infections, wetting issues, poor urine flow, congenital kidney problems, or if you’ve been advised a second opinion, you’re welcome to visit our centre. Education and timely treatment truly change lives.

Dr Arif Akhtar
Urologist, Uro-Oncologist & Renal Transplant Surgeon
Centre for Advance Urology and Renal Transplant
Contact: +91 8130131982
Website: www.drarifakhtarurology.com

29/11/2025

Prostate Cancer Surgery: What Modern Science Can Really Do for You

A lot of men hear the word cancer and instantly imagine the worst. Here’s the thing — prostate cancer treatment today is nothing like it was twenty or even ten years ago. Surgery has become far safer, far more precise, and far more personalised. If you or someone in your family is searching online for clear, trustworthy guidance, this post is here to cut through the noise.

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men worldwide, but the survival rates have improved dramatically because we now diagnose earlier and operate smarter. Modern surgical options aren’t about just removing the disease — they’re about protecting quality of life.

What this really means is that you don’t have to fear losing urinary control or sexual function the way earlier generations did. Multiple high-quality studies from Europe, the US, and India show that nerve-sparing surgery, high-definition 3D vision, and robotic precision lead to faster recovery, fewer complications, and better long-term outcomes. In many cases, patients return to routine life far quicker than expected.

Robotic Radical Prostatectomy, the most advanced technique, allows surgeons to work with millimetre accuracy. The robot doesn’t replace the surgeon — it enhances the surgeon’s ability to preserve nerves, control bleeding, and ensure complete cancer removal. Research consistently shows improved continence and potency recovery compared to older open methods. For the right patient, it’s a game-changer.

As a urologist who deals with prostate cancer every day, I’ve seen how early consultation completely changes the trajectory of care. Many patients delay out of fear, which only gives the cancer time to spread. The science is clear: early-stage prostate cancer, when treated surgically, offers excellent cure rates — often above 90 percent.

If you’re exploring treatment options, or if your PSA has been rising, get a proper evaluation. Evidence-based treatment is not just safer — it is more predictable and more effective.

For appointments, second opinions, or guidance:
Dr Arif Akhtar
Centre for Advance Urology and Renal Transplant
Contact: +91 81301 31982
Website: www.drarifakhtarurology.com

Your health outcomes improve when you act early. Modern surgery gives you the chance to win this fight with strength and confidence.

28/11/2025

Precision Prostate Surgery for BPH — How Surgeons Restore Urine Control Safely

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27/11/2025

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22/11/2025

Urinary Catheter After Prostate Surgery: Sach Kya Hai? Myths vs Facts Explained

Urinary catheters are a routine part of recovery after prostate surgery, yet they remain surrounded by confusion and unnecessary fear. This video explains, i...

21/11/2025

recurrent urine infection by Dr Arif Akhtar

Recurrent UTI (Urinary Tract Infection) is a common yet distressing condition, especially among women, the elderly, and people with diabetes. If you or someo...

21/11/2025

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Kidney stones are not just painful, they have a notorious habit of coming back again and again. In this video, we decode the science behind why recurrent kid...

21/11/2025

The Silent Crisis: Why Men’s Health in India Needs Urgent Attention

Men’s health in India sits in a strange shadow. Problems build slowly, quietly, and biologically long before symptoms show up, yet most men avoid medical care until something breaks. The science behind this pattern is crystal clear. Chronic stress keeps cortisol high, which stiffens arteries and accelerates heart disease. Excess visceral fat behaves like an inflammatory organ, driving diabetes, fatty liver, and a drop in testosterone. High blood pressure silently scars the kidneys for years before any warning sign appears. Even common urological issues—prostate enlargement, urinary symptoms, erectile dysfunction—are often dismissed until they become severe.

Here’s the deeper layer: these conditions don’t explode overnight. They progress through predictable biochemical steps, and timely screening can catch them early every single time. Cardiovascular profiling after 35, kidney function tests in anyone with diabetes or hypertension, prostate evaluation after 45, and early assessment of urinary or sexual symptoms are not luxury investigations. They are basic preventive science.

What this really means is that India must shift from reactive treatment to proactive prevention. Societal norms often push men to “ignore and carry on,” but biology doesn’t negotiate. Evidence shows that structured annual checkups drastically reduce late-stage cancers, sudden cardiac events, and organ failure. Even small lifestyle upgrades—regular exercise, mindful eating, proper sleep—reverse inflammation at the cellular level.

Men’s health isn’t just a medical issue. It’s a societal investment. Protecting it early means stronger families, healthier communities, and longer, better lives.

Dr Arif akhtar
Urologist & Renal Transplant Surgeon
Centre for Advance Urology and Renal Transplant
www.drarifakhtarurology.com

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19/11/2025

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19/11/2025

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10/11/2025

“क्या डायबिटिक किडनी डोनेट कर सकता है? Can a Diabetic Donate a Kidney? Scientific explaiation

Can a diabetic donate a kidney? This is one of the most common — and most misunderstood — questions I hear as a urologist and kidney transplant specialist. In this video, I’ll explain the medical facts behind kidney donation in people with diabetes. We’ll discuss whether diabetics can safely donate, what the latest medical guidelines say, and why doctors are often cautious about diabetic donors.

You’ll learn how diabetes affects kidney function, what tests are done before donation, and what the future looks like for living donors with borderline sugar control. If you or your loved one is considering donation, this video will give you clear, science-based answers — not internet myths.

Remember, every donor and recipient deserves the safest possible outcome. Watch till the end to understand when donation may still be possible and what lifestyle changes can help protect kidney health for life.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Arif Akhtar
Consultant Urologist & Kidney Transplant Surgeon
Centre for Advance Urology and Renal Transplant

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Can a diabetic donate a kidney? This is one of the most common — and most misunderstood — questions I hear as a urologist and kidney transplant specialist. I...