Medical articles from Mr Chris Blick

Aquablation is a minimally invasive option for treating BPH. But how does it compare with more traditional procedures such as TURP (transurethral resection of the prostate) or laser surgery?

Prostatitis occurs when the prostate becomes inflamed. The prostate is a small gland that is part of the male reproductive system, located just under the bladder and in front of the rectum. It produce...

Pelvi-ureteric junction obstruction (PUJ) is a condition that can lead to kidney damage and adults can also experience it alongside babies. Consultant urologist Mr Chris Blick, has put together a comp...

Benign prostatic hyperplasia or prostate gland enlargement is a common condition as men get older. It can cause uncomfortable urinary symptoms, such as blocking the flow of urine from the bladder, uri...

Every year in the UK there are reportedly more than 10,000 new cases of bladder cancer diagnosed. Mr Chris Blick, a top urologist, explains what are commonly the first signs and symptoms of bladder ca...

If kidney cancer is detected early the survival rate can be excellent. With more than 50% of cases going undetected in the UK, read more from our expert urologist Mr Chris Blick on the risk factors fo...