Men’s Health

Dr Matt Clifford’s and his team specialise in several procedures that treat conditions specific to men, primarily targeting conditions that affect the reproductive and urinary systems. These are unique in that they offer minimally invasive alternatives to traditional surgeries, often with faster recovery times and fewer complications.

Dr Matt Clifford works closely with urologists and other specialists to manage these men's health conditions.

Here’s a list of male-specific conditions commonly treated by Interventional Radiologists:

  • Condition: An enlarged prostate can cause urinary problems, such as difficulty urinating, frequent urination, and incomplete emptying of the bladder.

    Procedure: Prostate Artery Embolisation (PAE) reduces blood flow to the prostate, shrinking it and alleviating symptoms of BPH. This procedure uses pin-hole surgery, reducing operation and recovery time. It also means patients can walk within minutes of the procedure and are usually discharged the same day.

  • Condition: Enlarged veins in the scrotum, typically affecting the left side, and can cause pain, swelling, or infertility due to reduced sperm quality.

    Procedure: Varicocele Embolisation involves using endovascular coils or other embolic agents to block the abnormal veins, improving symptoms and fertility.

  • Condition: Infertility in men has multiple causes and contributors. In patients with infertility and a varicocele, treating the varicocele may improve infertility.

    Procedure: Varicocele Embolisation of the testicular vain has been shown to improve fertility outcomes.

  • Condition: A fluid-filled sac around a testicle, leading to swelling in the scrotum. It is typically benign but can cause discomfort or cosmetic concerns.

    Procedure: Hydrocele Aspiration and Sclerotherapy involves draining the fluid and injecting a sclerosing agent to prevent recurrence.

  • Condition: Chronic pelvic and testicular pain in men has multiple causes. When it is caused by varicocele, it may be treated with embolisation.

    Procedure: Varicocele Embolisation can improve venous drainage to the testis, improving pain and fertility outcomes.

  • Condition: Stones that block the flow of urine, causing severe pain and potentially leading to infections or kidney damage.

    Procedure: Percutaneous Nephrostomy allows urine to drain from the kidney through a catheter inserted through the skin, often used when kidney stones obstruct the urinary tract.

  • Condition: Blockages in the urinary tract, which can lead to issues such as hydronephrosis (swelling of the kidney).

    Procedure: Ureteral Stenting or Percutaneous Nephrostomy is used to relieve obstructions, allowing urine to flow properly, and preventing kidney damage.