Urogynecology
Bladder and pelvic floor problems can affect both women and men at different stages of life and significantly impair their quality of life. At Zollikerberg Hospital, we offer you a comprehensive assessment and treatment tailored to your individual situation. The specialists at the Women’s Clinic and Uroviva – Urology at Zollikerberg Hospital work closely together to provide this care.
Focusing on your wellbeing
Urinary incontinence, bladder problems and changes to the pelvic floor are common and can affect both women and men at different stages of life. These symptoms can impact daily life, physical activities and personal and relationship well-being.
We carry out a thorough assessment to identify the causes of your symptoms. Based on this, we discuss the appropriate treatment options with you and tailor the therapy to your individual situation.
Our specialists have extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of bladder and pelvic floor problems. Depending on the findings, both conservative and surgical treatment options are available.
Which conditions are we best placed to help with?
- unintentional urine leakage (urinary incontinence)
- Frequent or sudden urge to urinate
- Difficulty passing urine
- Recurring bladder problems
- Prolapse and changes to the pelvic floor (e.g. following childbirth)
- Symptoms or limitations following surgery
- Functional pelvic floor problems
Our services for bladder and pelvic floor problems
Assessment and diagnosis
- Specialist consultation hours for bladder weakness and prolapse
- Detailed medical history interview
- Urodynamic assessment
- Cystoscopy (examination of the bladder)
Conservative treatment
- Individually tailored treatment plans
- Pelvic floor exercises
- Biofeedback
- Pessary therapy
- Botox treatment for overactive bladder
Surgical treatment
- Surgery for urinary incontinence
- Surgery for prolapse (e.g. uterine prolapse)
Your team for bladder and pelvic floor problems
Dr. med. Dimitrios Chronas
Consultant, Gynaecology / Gynaecological Oncology, Head of the Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Paediatrics, Member of the Hospital Management Team
Spital Zollikerberg
Departement Frauen-, Kinder- und Geburtsmedizin
Frauenklinik
Trichtenhauserstrasse 20
8125 Zollikerberg
Dr. med. Eduard Vlajkovic
Senior Consultant, Gynaecology Clinic, Zurich Gynaecology Emergency Service
Spital Zollikerberg
Departement für Frauen-, Kinder- und Geburtsmedizin
Frauenklinik
Trichtenhauserstrasse 20
8125 Zollikerberg
Sylvia Böhler
Urotherapist, Gynaecological Clinic
Spital Zollikerberg
Departement für Frauen-, Kinder- und Geburtsmedizin
Frauenklinik
Trichtenhauserstrasse 20
8125 Zollikerberg