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View article: AI‐driven preoperative risk assessment in kidney cancer surgery: A comparative feasibility study of machine learning models
AI‐driven preoperative risk assessment in kidney cancer surgery: A comparative feasibility study of machine learning models Open
Background and Objective Preoperative risk stratification in renal tumour surgery is essential to enable risk‐adjusted postoperative patient monitoring. Machine learning (ML) models predicting major complications (MCs) and acute kidney inj…
View article: Comparison of laparoscopic performance using low-cost laparoscopy simulators versus state-of-the-art simulators: a multi-center prospective, randomized crossover trial
Comparison of laparoscopic performance using low-cost laparoscopy simulators versus state-of-the-art simulators: a multi-center prospective, randomized crossover trial Open
Introduction Simulator training is an efficient method for the development of basic laparoscopic skills. We aimed to investigate if low-cost simulators are comparable to more expensive box trainers regarding surgeons usability, likability,…
View article: Preoperative Physical Activity Improvement with the Use of Activity Trackers in Patients Undergoing Radical Cystectomy—A Bicentric, Open-label, Randomised Controlled Trial: A Clinical Study Protocol of the PreAct Trial
Preoperative Physical Activity Improvement with the Use of Activity Trackers in Patients Undergoing Radical Cystectomy—A Bicentric, Open-label, Randomised Controlled Trial: A Clinical Study Protocol of the PreAct Trial Open
This study protocol shows the structured design of the randomised controlled phase 3 "PreAct" trial. It hypothesises the use of a fitness tracker-based prehabilitation programme to increase the physical activity of patients prior to radica…
View article: Tranexamic acid reduces perioperative blood transfusions following open radical cystectomy – a propensity-score matched analysis
Tranexamic acid reduces perioperative blood transfusions following open radical cystectomy – a propensity-score matched analysis Open
Purpose Radical cystectomy is associated with bleeding and high transfusion rates, presenting challenges in patient management. This study investigated the prophylactic use of tranexamic acid during radical cystectomy. Methods All consecut…
View article: Abstracts DGAV
Abstracts DGAV Open
Background:Simulator training is an efficient training tool to develop surgical novice's basic laparoscopic skills.Currently simulator training takes mainly place in simulation centers at hospitals and universities.Additionally, most train…
View article: Pulse modulation in En-Bloc HoLEP: does it really matter? A propensity score matched analysis
Pulse modulation in En-Bloc HoLEP: does it really matter? A propensity score matched analysis Open
Introduction Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) is an established option in the surgical treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Pulse modulation, such as MOSES® technology, has recently been introduced and may offer pote…
View article: Maximizing efficiency and ensuring safety: Exploring the outcomes of 2 consecutive open radical cystectomies by the same team within a single surgical day
Maximizing efficiency and ensuring safety: Exploring the outcomes of 2 consecutive open radical cystectomies by the same team within a single surgical day Open
This study evaluates the outcomes of performing 2 consecutive open radical cystectomies (RC) in a single day by the same surgical team. Data from 657 patients who underwent RC at a single tertiary medical center proved that this approach i…
View article: Framework for a living systematic review and meta-analysis for the surgical treatment of bladder cancer: introducing EVIglance to urology
Framework for a living systematic review and meta-analysis for the surgical treatment of bladder cancer: introducing EVIglance to urology Open
Background: Knowledge of current and ongoing studies is critical for identifying research gaps and enabling evidence-based decisions for individualized treatment. However, the increasing number of scientific publications poses challenges f…
View article: Changes in neutrophile-to-lymphocyte ratio as predictive and prognostic biomarker in metastatic prostate cancer treated with taxane-based chemotherapy
Changes in neutrophile-to-lymphocyte ratio as predictive and prognostic biomarker in metastatic prostate cancer treated with taxane-based chemotherapy Open
Objectives To assess the predictive and prognostic value of changes in longitudinal neutrophile-to-lymphocyte (NLR) ratios in men receiving taxane-based chemotherapy for metastatic prostate cancer (PC). Methods Retrospective, unicentric co…
View article: ROBOCOP II (ROBOtic assisted versus conventional open partial nephrectomy) randomised, controlled feasibility trial: clinical trial protocol
ROBOCOP II (ROBOtic assisted versus conventional open partial nephrectomy) randomised, controlled feasibility trial: clinical trial protocol Open
Introduction Randomised controlled trials comparing robotic-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN) and open PN (OPN) are lacking. Therefore, we aim to report the study protocol and a trial update for a randomised controlled feasibility trial …
View article: Radiomics in Renal Cell Carcinoma—A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Radiomics in Renal Cell Carcinoma—A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Radiomics may increase the diagnostic accuracy of medical imaging for localized and metastatic RCC (mRCC). A systematic review and meta-analysis was performed. Doing so, we comprehensively searched literature databases until May 2020. Stud…
View article: Supplementary Material for: Value of Radiomics of Perinephric Fat for Prediction of Intraoperative Complexity in Renal Tumor Surgery
Supplementary Material for: Value of Radiomics of Perinephric Fat for Prediction of Intraoperative Complexity in Renal Tumor Surgery Open
Introduction: The aim of this study was to assess the value of computed tomography (CT)-based radiomics of perinephric fat (PNF) for prediction of surgical complexity. Methods: Fifty-six patients who underwent renal tumor surgery were incl…
View article: Supplementary Material for: Nephrometry Scores: Can Preoperative Assessment of Sectional Imaging Really Mirror Intraoperative Renal Tumor Anatomy?
Supplementary Material for: Nephrometry Scores: Can Preoperative Assessment of Sectional Imaging Really Mirror Intraoperative Renal Tumor Anatomy? Open
Introduction: To compare RENAL, preoperative aspects and dimensions used for an anatomical (PADUA) classification, and Mayo Adhesive Probability (MAP) scores with the respective intraoperative findings and surgeon’s assessment in predictin…