Kidneys Archives - Dr MC Conradie

Ureteric Stones vs Kidney Stones: Why Some Require Surgery and Others Don’t

Meghan Lopes 1 December 2025 No Comments

Kidney and ureteric stones (urolithiasis) are common — many patients will encounter renal colic or kidney stones at some point in their life. Stones range from tiny, symptomless crystals to…

Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty: Restoring Kidney Drainage Through Precision, Preservation, and Expertise

Meghan Lopes 11 November 2025 No Comments

The kidneys play an essential, silent role in keeping the body in balance — filtering waste, maintaining electrolyte levels, and regulating blood pressure. When urine cannot drain properly from the…

Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy: Precision Surgery for Adrenal Tumours

Meghan Lopes 31 October 2025 No Comments

The adrenal glands may be small, but their role in maintaining the body’s balance is profound. Nestled just above the kidneys, these triangular glands produce vital hormones such as cortisol,…

Partial Nephrectomy for Kidney Cancer: Preserving Kidney Function Through Specialist, Minimally Invasive Surgery

Meghan Lopes 18 October 2025 No Comments

When faced with a diagnosis of a kidney tumour, many patients assume the entire kidney must be removed. However, in modern urology, this is no longer always the case.A partial…

The Silent Workhorses: Why Your Kidneys Deserve More Attention

Meghan Lopes 2 September 2025 No Comments

When was the last time you thought about your kidneys? Chances are, not very often. Tucked quietly under your ribcage, these two bean-shaped organs work around the clock to keep…

Urological Cancers: Early Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Meghan Lopes 4 August 2025 No Comments

Why Early Detection Matters Urological cancers — including cancers of the prostate, bladder, kidneys, and testicles — often begin with symptoms so subtle that they are dismissed or overlooked. However,…

Understanding Common Urological Symptoms (and When to See a Specialist)

Meghan Lopes 25 July 2025 No Comments

When it comes to your health, your body often sends early warning signs that something might be off. In urology, those signals may be subtle or easily brushed off. But…

Breaking Boundaries in Urological Surgery: The 3.2kg Kidney Tumour That Changed Everything

Meghan Lopes 25 July 2025 No Comments

A Life on the Line A patient facing rejection from multiple doctors in the United States had run out of options. With a 3.2kg renal tumour, a serious heart condition,…

A New Era in Surgery: Africa’s First Transvaginal Kidney Removal Performed by Dr MC Conradie

Meghan Lopes 15 July 2025 No Comments

Minimally invasive innovation reshapes the future of urological surgery in Africa In a groundbreaking moment for African medicine, renowned South African urologist Dr MC Conradie has successfully performed the continent’s…

Hydration and Kidney Health: How Much Water Do You Really Need?

Meghan Lopes 28 February 2025 No Comments

Water is essential for life, and proper hydration plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health. One of the most important organs affected by hydration levels is the kidneys. These…

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