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Frequently asked questions about the appointment

Click here for answers to frequently asked questions about prostate cancer screening.

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Prostate cancer screening at the University Hospital Basel - step by step

Find out here step by step how a preventive medical check-up at the University Hospital works

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Take your health into your own hands and book your preventive care appointment now

Prostate cancer screening in men is used to specifically rule out malignant prostate changes and to clarify any bladder emptying disorders caused by benign prostate enlargement.

Book your prevention appointment now

Real men go for preventive care

Stay strong - take care of your health!

Prostate cancer screening makes a significant contribution to men's health. Make an appointment now for your next screening.

Prostate cancer screening at the University Hospital Basel - step by step

1. make an appointment

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2. come to the prevention

With a preventive appointment, you are investing directly in your health.
The first step is a detailed consultation with one of our specialists. We will then carry out a blood test, a urine test and an ultrasound examination of the kidneys and bladder.

3. result received

A detailed report of your check-up, including all findings, will then be sent to you and your family doctor.

Why prevention is so important

Prostate cancer screening in men is used to specifically rule out malignant prostate changes and to clarify any bladder emptying disorders caused by benign prostate enlargement.

Book your appointment now and invest 30 minutes in your health.

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You are in good hands with our specialists

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PD Dr. Jan Ebbing

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Dr. Christian Engesser

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Dr. Donat Jost

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Your advantages at the University Hospital Basel

Specialists at the University Hospital Basel

Our team of experienced and innovative doctors offers you a wide range of treatment options for benign and malignant prostate changes. In addition, our clinic environment enables interdisciplinary cooperation between different specialist areas, which gives patients the opportunity to receive individualized treatment.

Holistic medical care

Everything from a single source.

We are also there for you after your check-up and support you before, during and after your treatment. Comprehensive and personal advice for our patients is always our top priority.

State-of-the-art medicine and innovative methods

As a university hospital, research is particularly important to us. In addition to conducting our own studies, we are also actively involved in national and international research projects. This enables us to offer our patients the most modern and innovative treatment options. We are leaders in robotic surgery and offer the entire spectrum of minimally invasive surgical methods.

Broschüre für Patientinnen und Patienten zum Thema Prostatakrebs

Wir empfehlen die Informationsbroschüre «Früherkennung von Prostatakrebs Fragen und Antworten» der Krebsliga Schweiz. Dort finden Sie weitere nützliche Informationen Rund um das Thema.

Frequently asked questions about the appointment

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The earlier a tumor is identified, the better the chances of recovery.

If the tumor grows within the prostate (i.e. is confined to the prostate), the chances of recovery are well over 95%.

The earlier a tumor is identified, the better the chances of recovery.

If the tumor grows within the prostate (i.e. is confined to the prostate), the chances of recovery are well over 95%.

The earlier a tumor is identified, the better the chances of recovery.

If the tumor grows within the prostate (i.e. is confined to the prostate), the chances of recovery are well over 95%.

You will receive a 30-minute appointment from us.

Please come with a full bladder.

And we ask you to bring an identification document and your health insurance card to the appointment.

The assumption of costs may vary depending on the health insurance company and insurance model.

We therefore recommend that you consult your health insurance provider.

We can provide you with the results of the test directly during the preventive consultation. The evaluation of the laboratory values takes approx. 2-3 days.

If the screening test is abnormal, your doctor will discuss the next steps and treatment options with you.

We can provide you with the results of the test directly during the preventive consultation. The evaluation of the laboratory values takes approx. 2-3 days.

If the screening test is abnormal, your doctor will discuss the next steps and treatment options with you.

We can provide you with the results of the test directly during the preventive consultation. The evaluation of the laboratory values takes approx. 2-3 days.

If the screening test is abnormal, your doctor will discuss the next steps and treatment options with you.

Why is prostate screening important?

PD Dr. Christian Wetterauer on the reasons to opt for prostate cancer screening:

Further information

Improved early detection through screening

Around 7,100 new prostate cancer diagnoses are made in Switzerland every year. This makes prostate cancer the most common cancer in men in Switzerland.

This makes screening all the more important. If prostate cancer is detected early, i.e. before it causes symptoms, there is a >90% chance of recovery for those affected.

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Urology at the University Hospital

As a center hospital, the University Hospital Basel offers the entire spectrum of urological and uro-oncological procedures. As a specialization, the entire range of minimally invasive surgical methods such as laparoscopy, retroperitoneoscopy, robotic surgery and laser surgery are offered.

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Directions and contact

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University Hospital Basel
Urology
Building B2,
2nd floor

Spitalstrasse 21
4031 Basel

What does that mean?

Take streetcar line 11 to the University Hospital station and then follow Spitalstrasse on foot for about 250m to the entrance.

Please use the parking garage City, entrance Schanzenstrasse or Klingelbergstrasse.

Urology registration office
Availability: Mon-Fri, 08.00 - 16.00 hrs

Phone +41 61 265 72 80
anmeldung.urologie@usb.ch


Contact for emergencies
During operating hours, please contact the Urology Registration Office. For urological emergencies outside of operating hours, the Emergency Center at the USB is there for you around the clock:
Emergency Center University Hospital Basel
Petersgraben 2
4031 Basel
Phone +41 61 265 25 25

Contact for queries about your operation
Surgery Coordination Urology
Phone +41 61 328 58 15
op.urologie@usb.ch

Contact for consultation appointments at Felix Platter Hospital
Registration office Urology UAFP

Urology consultation hours on Mon and Fri, all day from 8.00-16.30 and Tuesday afternoon from 13.00-16.30

Phone +41 61 326 42 10
urologie.uafp@usb.ch

Contact applications

chefarztsekretariat.urologie@usb.ch

Phone +41 61 328 72 84

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