Cystitis Treatment in Goldman Urology Clinic Gangnam Branch
About the clinic
Goldman Urology Clinic — Gangnam Branch assesses and treats cystitis in Seoul, South Korea. The urology center has treated 2 million+ urinary disease cases and uses AI-assisted diagnostics and EAU clinical guidelines.
Testing for cystitis
Evaluation can help identify infection, its cause, and other bladder conditions. The clinic offers a one-day diagnostic-to-treatment workflow.
- Initial assessment: Medical history and physical examination.
- Urine tests: Urinalysis, urine culture, and antibiotic susceptibility testing.
- Pathogen testing: Multi-PCR testing identifies pathogens and resistance patterns.
- Bladder assessment: Pain-zero cystoscopy under caudal anesthesia, plus differential diagnosis of bladder conditions.
- Urine-flow testing: Uroflowmetry with post-void residual measurement.
Cystitis treatment options
The clinic’s “MULTI 8” protocol combines treatment options based on the type of cystitis and symptoms. Targeted antibiotics are matched to the causative organism.
- Targeted antibiotic therapy with mucosal protectants: Combines antibiotics with bladder-protecting and anti-inflammatory medicines.
- Pelvic floor physical therapy: Uses biofeedback and soft-tissue massage to address pelvic muscle tension and pain.
- Intravesical drug instillation therapy: Places bladder-protecting and tissue-repairing drugs directly into the bladder.
- Bladder hydrodistension: Uses fluid pressure to stretch the bladder and address pain and voiding symptoms.
- Intravesical botulinum toxin (Botox) injection: Injects Botox into the detrusor muscle to address urgency, frequency, and bladder pain.
- Cystitis immune-enhancing therapy: Uses immunomodulating medicines and injections to help reduce recurrence.
- Estrogen supplementation: Topical estrogen may be used for postmenopausal women with recurrent cystitis.
- Immuno-nutrition therapy: Uses probiotics and immune-support nutrients to support gut and urinary flora.
- Behavioral modification therapy: Includes dietary changes and stress management.
- Oral pentosan polysulfate sodium (PPS): An option for interstitial cystitis that protects the bladder lining from irritants.
Procedures for interstitial cystitis
For interstitial cystitis, the clinic offers endoscopic treatment of Hunner’s ulcers and glomerulation lesions. Endoscopic removal of ulcer lesions may help relieve severe bladder pain.
Bladder hydrodistension and Botox injections are also available for bladder pain and urinary symptoms. For refractory interstitial cystitis, neuromodulation and surgery are additional options when standard bladder pain treatment fails.
Dr. Choi Ho-cheol, a urologist specializing in female urology and bladder inflammation, practices at the clinic’s Dongtan branch. Patients can request a consultation through Bookimed to discuss evaluation and treatment options.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Vaporization (with GreenLight Laser) | Price on request | |
| Ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy (kidney stone removal) | Price on request | |
| Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate | Price on request | |
| Transurethral Water Vapour Ablation | Price on request | |
| Prostatectomy | Price on request | |
| Transurethral incision of the prostate (TUIP) | Price on request | |
| Sling procedure | Price on request | |
| Medication therapy for urinary incontinence | Price on request | |
| Ureteral Stenting | Price on request | |
| Circumcision | Price on request | |
| Vasectomy | Price on request | |
| Hydroselectomy | Price on request | |
| Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) | Price on request | |
| Flexible ureteroscopy | Price on request | |
| Seamless circumcision | Price on request | |
| Laser Surgery for Genital Warts | Price on request | |
| Laser Lithotripsy | Price on request | |
| Vasectomy Reversal (Vasovasostomy) | Price on request |
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Clinical Achievements and Data-Driven Care
Since 2002, the clinic has recorded over one million clinical cases. Its proprietary health system draws on data from 2 million urinary disease cases. This dataset helps specialists build tailored treatment pathways for patients aged 20 to 80.
The clinic follows EAU guidelines from the European Association of Urology for its surgical algorithms. Specialists regularly present research at international conferences. These include the 2025 SIU conference and the 2026 Korean Society of Urological Endoscopy and Robotics. The medical team includes 11 board-certified urology specialists.
Advanced Prostate Care (BPH)
Goldman Urology Clinic manages over 6,000 cases of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It performs about 40% of all HoLEP surgeries in South Korea. Surgeons use the "FIVE RADAR" assessment to choose the most effective procedure for each patient.
The clinic offers several methods for prostate enlargement:
- Aquablation – robotic water-jet therapy that spares sexual function by avoiding heat.
- HoLEP – holmium laser enucleation used to remove large amounts of prostate tissue.
- Rezūm – water vapor thermal therapy that uses steam to reduce prostate size.
- Urolift – a mechanical system that lifts and holds enlarged prostate tissue.
- iTind – a temporary nitinol device used to reshape the prostatic urethra.
Post-operative care includes urinary flow checks and post-void residual evaluation. Most patients stay 1–3 days after major prostate procedures.
Urinary Stone Treatment and Technology
The clinic has treated over 10,000 cases of urinary stones. It uses a "One Day System" to move from diagnosis to treatment quickly. Specialists report a 97% success rate for ureteroscopic stone removal.
Diagnostic and treatment tools for stones include:
- URO dot AI – CT-based support that analyzes stone size and location in 5 minutes.
- Zamenix – an AI-based 3D robotic system for flexible endoscopic stone surgery.
- UROstone – an AI shockwave lithotripter that tracks stones in real-time during breathing.
- RIRS – retrograde intra-renal surgery using flexible endoscopes for kidney stones.
Specialists also perform extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for non-surgical stone fragmentation. If ESWL doesn't work, the clinic offers rigid or flexible laser ureteroscopy.
Men's Health and Surgical Services
The clinic provides surgical care for genital health and sexual function. Specialists use Multi-PCR testing to monitor HPV activation after removing genital warts. This helps manage recurrence risk since the virus can remain latent.
Procedures available in the surgical department include:
- Non-scalpel Vasectomy – uses triple occlusion with laser sutures for permanent contraception.
- Laser Circumcision – a 20-minute day surgery that reduces bleeding and recovery time.
- Dermal Augmentation – uses artificial or autologous grafts for penile enlargement.
The clinic also treats erectile dysfunction, prostatitis, and urinary incontinence. It offers "pain-zero endoscopy" systems for greater comfort during diagnostic exams.
Support for International Patients
The clinic provides English-language patient materials for international visitors. It operates an urgent CT-to-treatment process for acute conditions like kidney stones. This workflow minimizes wait times in emergency scenarios. Specialists offer consultations in English and Korean.
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Siry
박미연
용유화
Jae-Ho Jang
김소원
yu
이다원
김우성
jj hwang
Seoul, Jung District, Bongnae-dong 1(il)-ga, 108번지 창화빌딩 3층
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