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Dr. Nikolaos Mertziotis MD, PhD

Urologist – Andrologist Athens. PhD University of Athens. Head of Reconstructive Urology & Surgical Andrology, Metropolitan Hospital.

30+
Years of Experience
2016
Focal Therapy Pioneer
Dr. Nikolaos Mertziotis Urological Surgery

About Dr. Mertziotis

President — Hellenic Association for Focal Therapy

Head of Reconstructive Urology and Surgical Andrology Clinic, Metropolitan Hospital, Athens, Greece

Dr. Mertziotis and his team cover with the most advanced methods both the classical field of Urology, as well as that of the reconstruction of the urinary tract and the genital system of men, women and children, regardless of their origin — whether due to congenital abnormalities or because of previous injuries (e.g. traffic accidents, previous interventions, complications, etc.).

Dr. Mertziotis' team has considerable experience in treating Urologic Cancers (prostate, bladder, kidneys, etc.), benign prostate hyperplasia and kidney lithiasis (stones). The team has received additional training in Urogynecology (bladder control problems, incontinence and prolapse), male sexuality (erectile dysfunction or impotence, infertility and sexual reproduction problems), Reconstructive Urology, as well as in laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

The team uses the most updated surgical methods which are characterised by minimal invasive techniques. The latest technology equipment is undoubtedly a key ally in our work. We are among the first teams in Europe to apply laser focal therapy for prostate cancer, having gained considerable experience with excellent results.

Each person's needs are unique. The department's priority is to develop a relationship with patients based on trust. The team's aim is to offer the best services at all levels for each person for as long as the treatment takes.

Full curriculum vitae available on a dedicated page.

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Urological Conditions & Treatments

Focal Therapy

An innovative minimally invasive treatment for localized prostate cancer and small kidney tumors — using the MRI-Fusion technique and diode laser ablation to destroy tumors precisely, without incision, under local anesthesia.

Urologist Nikolaos Mertziotis

Prostate Cancer

A complete guide to prostate cancer: what it is, symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, Gleason score, PSA, treatment options including focal therapy, robotic surgery, radiation, and brachytherapy.

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Kidney Stones (Nephrolithiasis)

What kidney stones are, the types, causes, symptoms and all modern treatment options — from lifestyle changes and medication to ESWL lithotripsy and endoscopic surgery.

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Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)

Causes, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment of UTIs — from uncomplicated cystitis and pyelonephritis to recurrent infections and the latest prevention strategies including vaccines.

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Varicocele

What varicocele is, how it affects male fertility, complications, and what to expect from your doctor — physical examination, colour scrotal ultrasound and available treatments.

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Sexual Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction: causes, prevalence, treatment options including oral medications and penile prosthesis placement — a permanent solution with 90% patient satisfaction.

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Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery with the da Vinci Xi system: what it is, how it works, and the benefits it offers — smaller incisions, minimal scarring and faster recovery — compared to conventional open surgery.

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Hematuria (Blood in Urine)

What hematuria is, its types (gross and microscopic), causes, risk factors, symptoms and how it is diagnosed and treated — from urinalysis to cystoscopy and MRI.

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Bladder Cancer

10 questions and answers about bladder cancer — hematuria as the key symptom, causes, diagnosis, staging (superficial, infiltrative, metastatic) and treatment including transurethral resection and radical cystectomy.

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Phimosis

What phimosis is, at what age it occurs, what problems it causes and when and how it is treated — including circumcision under local anesthesia and the distinction from short frenulum.

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Penis Enlargement (Phalloplasty)

Dr. Mertziotis's innovative no-visible-incision technique (published 2013), 15 Q&A on length and diameter increase, permanence of results, non-surgical methods and risks.

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Urinary Incontinence

What urinary incontinence is, who it affects, its five types (stress, urge, mixed, reflex, overfilling), causes, and all treatments — from behavioral therapy and medication to the artificial sphincter and urethral support tape.

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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

What the prostate is, symptoms of enlargement (frequency, nocturia, urgency, urinary retention), diagnosis with digital rectal exam, ultrasound and uroflowmetry, and all treatment options including transurethral prostatectomy and bipolar diathermy.

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Male Infertility

Incidence, causes (including varicocele — responsible for 40% of cases), diagnosis and spermiogram, testicular biopsies (TESE, percutaneous, microTESE), surgical treatment and lifestyle advice to improve reproductive ability.

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Urethral Stenosis (Stricture)

What urethral stricture is, causes (trauma, infection, congenital), symptoms, complications, diagnosis with uroflowmetry and urethrography, and treatment — from endoscopic urethrotomy to anastomotic urethroplasty with success rates up to 100%.

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