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View article: Diagnostic performance of magnetic resonance imaging and targeted biopsy results in men with indwelling urinary catheters
Diagnostic performance of magnetic resonance imaging and targeted biopsy results in men with indwelling urinary catheters Open
Introduction: We sought to evaluate multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI) findings and biopsy results in men with an indwelling catheter undergoing prostate cancer screening. mpMRI is central to the evaluation of prostate canc…
View article: Lasers for Benign Prostatic Obstruction: And the Winner Is …
Lasers for Benign Prostatic Obstruction: And the Winner Is … Open
The past three decades have witnessed continuing evolution and diversification of laser technologies used for the surgical treatment of benign prostatic obstruction (BPO). These advances resulted from a better understanding of laser-tissue…
View article: Evaluating blood and urinary markers for prediction of spontaneous ureteral stone passage
Evaluating blood and urinary markers for prediction of spontaneous ureteral stone passage Open
Routine blood and urine markers are not associated with SSP, and their contribution to SSP nomograms might be negligible. These negative results may redirect providers' focus to other factors when predicting SSP.
View article: A novel tool to predict lymph node metastasis in patients with prostate cancer based on clinical and 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT parameters
A novel tool to predict lymph node metastasis in patients with prostate cancer based on clinical and 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT parameters Open
Introduction: We sought to develop a model that predicts lymph node invasion (LNI) in patients with intermediate- and high-risk prostate cancer incorporating preoperative clinical and 68Ga-prostate-specific membrane antigen positron emissi…
View article: Do 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors Influence the Features of Suspicious Lesions on Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Targeted Biopsy Results for Prostate Cancer Diagnosis?
Do 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors Influence the Features of Suspicious Lesions on Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Targeted Biopsy Results for Prostate Cancer Diagnosis? Open
Background: 5-alpha reductase inhibitors (5-ARIs) change hormonal pathways and reduce prostate size. We evaluated the effects of 5-ARIs on prostatic multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI) suspicious findings and in the identifi…
View article: Predictors of Successful Erectile Function Using Intracavernosal Injection in Post-Prostatectomy Men with Erectile Dysfunction
Predictors of Successful Erectile Function Using Intracavernosal Injection in Post-Prostatectomy Men with Erectile Dysfunction Open
Intracavernosal injections (ICI) are commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction in men following radical prostatectomy (RP). Predictors of treatment success are still unclear. Our objective is to explore the relationship between various c…
View article: Transformations in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgical Practices: A Longitudinal Study of Trends and Predictions
Transformations in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgical Practices: A Longitudinal Study of Trends and Predictions Open
Introduction: The workload for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) surgery is expected to rise with an increase in life expectancy and a growing population. Surgical modalities for BPH have evolved, shifting toward minimally invasive transu…
View article: The Association between Specimen Neuromuscular Characteristics and Urinary Incontinence after Robotic-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy
The Association between Specimen Neuromuscular Characteristics and Urinary Incontinence after Robotic-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy Open
Urinary incontinence after robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) has been associated with older age, a longer operative time, a higher BMI, a short membranous urethral length and preoperative erectile function. The authors sought t…
View article: Evaluating the Survival Benefits of Perioperative Chemotherapy in Frail and Morbid Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer Patients
Evaluating the Survival Benefits of Perioperative Chemotherapy in Frail and Morbid Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer Patients Open
Introduction: Current guidelines endorse the use of perioperative chemotherapy (POC) in muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC) to enhance the long-term overall survival (OS) compared to radical cystectomy (RC) alone. This study aims to asse…
View article: The Association between Specimen Neuromuscular Characteristics and Urinary Incontinence after Robotic-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy
The Association between Specimen Neuromuscular Characteristics and Urinary Incontinence after Robotic-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy Open
Urinary incontinence after Radical prostatectomy (RALRP) has been associated with older age, longer operative time, higher BMI, short membranous urethral length and preoperative erectile function. We sought to assess the association betwee…
View article: Identifying patients at risk for depression after radical cystectomy.
Identifying patients at risk for depression after radical cystectomy. Open
Depression among patients facing cystectomy is high, and postoperative progression is substantial. Patients without depressive symptoms preoperatively are at increased risk of developing postoperative depression. After 12-18 months, the mo…
View article: Bowel Perforation During Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy: Diagnosis, Management, and Follow-up
Bowel Perforation During Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy: Diagnosis, Management, and Follow-up Open
Large kidney stones are usually treated with a keyhole surgery procedure called percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL). A rare but serious complication of this procedure is puncture of the bowel. We discuss how to prevent, diagnose, and treat…
View article: Assessing the value of a pelvic drain for urinary leak after robotic radical prostatectomy
Assessing the value of a pelvic drain for urinary leak after robotic radical prostatectomy Open
Aim The value of post‐operative pelvic drain placement after robot‐assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) for the purpose of diagnosing post‐operative complications is undetermined. The aim of this study was to assess the yield of pelvic dr…
View article: Identifying patients at risk for depression after radical cystectomy
Identifying patients at risk for depression after radical cystectomy Open
Introduction: We aimed to assess rates of depression in patients with bladder cancer undergoing radical cystectomy and identify its predictors. Methods: Depressive symptoms in 42 consecutive patients were evaluated using the Beck's Depress…
View article: The effects of psychological factors on urinary incontinence after robotic radical prostatectomy: pilot study
The effects of psychological factors on urinary incontinence after robotic radical prostatectomy: pilot study Open
Urinary incontinence (UI) is a frequent complication of radical prostatectomy (RP), and identifying preoperative predictors may assist in patient selection and continence rehabilitation. We investigated the association between preoperative…
View article: External validation of a simplified prognostic model for survival in patients with extrinsic malignant ureteral obstruction treated with tandem ureteral stents – a retrospective cohort study
External validation of a simplified prognostic model for survival in patients with extrinsic malignant ureteral obstruction treated with tandem ureteral stents – a retrospective cohort study Open
Our findings validate the prognostic model published by Cordeiro et al. The model can be applied when counseling patients being considered for drainage with tandem ureteral stents.
View article: External validation of a simplified prognostic model for survival in patients with extrinsic malignant ureteral obstruction treated with tandem ureteral stents – a retrospective cohort study
External validation of a simplified prognostic model for survival in patients with extrinsic malignant ureteral obstruction treated with tandem ureteral stents – a retrospective cohort study Open
Prognostic models of survival can identify patients with extrinsic malignant ureteral obstruction who will benefit from long-term drainage as offered by tandem ureteral stents. The study aims to validate a simplified prognostic model publi…
View article: Association between COVID-19 Burden, Population Vaccination Status, and Urologic Oncology Surgery Volume: A National Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study
Association between COVID-19 Burden, Population Vaccination Status, and Urologic Oncology Surgery Volume: A National Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study Open
Initial deleterious effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on urologic oncology surgeries are well described, but the possible influence of vaccination efforts and those of pandemic conditions on surgical volumes is unclear. Our aim was to exami…
View article: Improving Prostatic Preoperative Volume Estimation and Planning before Laser Enucleation
Improving Prostatic Preoperative Volume Estimation and Planning before Laser Enucleation Open
We aimed to validate a formula for improving the estimation of prostatic volume by abdominal ultrasound (AUS) prior to transurethral laser enucleation. A total of 293 patients treated for benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) by laser enucleat…
View article: Fascial dehiscence after radical cystectomy: Is abdominal exploration mandatory?
Fascial dehiscence after radical cystectomy: Is abdominal exploration mandatory? Open
Background Fascial dehiscence after radical cystectomy may have serious clinical implications. To optimize its management, we sought to describe accompanying intraabdominal findings of post-cystectomy dehiscence repair and determine whethe…
View article: Impact of COVID‐19 pandemic on patients with obstructing urinary stones complicated by infection
Impact of COVID‐19 pandemic on patients with obstructing urinary stones complicated by infection Open
Objective To assess the influence of COVID‐19‐imposed life changes on presentation and outcomes of patients with obstructing urinary stones complicated by infection. Patients and methods All patients presenting with obstructing urinary sto…
View article: Parental Regret Following Decision to Revise Circumcision
Parental Regret Following Decision to Revise Circumcision Open
Purpose Revision surgery for the removal of excess foreskin after circumcision is a common procedure. The decision regret scale (DRS) is a validated questionnaire which assesses regret after medical decision making. The aim was to evaluate…
View article: Emergency department non-contrast computed tomography for suspicion of obstructive urolithiasis: Yield and consequences
Emergency department non-contrast computed tomography for suspicion of obstructive urolithiasis: Yield and consequences Open
Introduction: We aimed to analyze patterns of referral, yield, and clinical implications of non-contrast computed tomography (NCCT) in the acute evaluation of flank pain suspected as obstructive urolithiasis (OU) in a high-volume emergency…
View article: Flexible Cystoscopy in the Setting of Macroscopic Hematuria: Do the Findings Justify Its Use?
Flexible Cystoscopy in the Setting of Macroscopic Hematuria: Do the Findings Justify Its Use? Open
Background: Patients hospitalized due to gross hematuria frequently complete evaluation in the outpatient setting. The use of office flexible cystoscopy during hospitalization may lead to prompt diagnosis and treatment but can be limited d…
View article: Radical cystectomy and perioperative chemotherapy in octogenarians with bladder cancer
Radical cystectomy and perioperative chemotherapy in octogenarians with bladder cancer Open
Introduction: We aimed to compare the treatment patterns and oncological outcomes, including postoperative morbidity and chemotherapy use, between octogenarians and patients <80 years of age who underwent radical cystectomy for bladder can…
View article: Novel ultrasound-based volume estimation of prostatic benign enlargement to improve decision-making on surgical approach
Novel ultrasound-based volume estimation of prostatic benign enlargement to improve decision-making on surgical approach Open
Aim: To assess the precision of preoperative ultrasonography (US)-determined prostate volume and to propose formulas for improving it. Methods: This retrospective study comprised 155 consecutive men who underwent open prostatectomy for ben…
View article: MP36-17 NON-CONTRAST COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY FOR SUSPICION OF OBSTRUCTING UROLITHIASIS IN THE EMERGENCY ROOM: PATTERN AND YIELD
MP36-17 NON-CONTRAST COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY FOR SUSPICION OF OBSTRUCTING UROLITHIASIS IN THE EMERGENCY ROOM: PATTERN AND YIELD Open
You have accessJournal of UrologyImaging/Radiology: Uroradiology I (MP36)1 Apr 2020MP36-17 NON-CONTRAST COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY FOR SUSPICION OF OBSTRUCTING UROLITHIASIS IN THE EMERGENCY ROOM: PATTERN AND YIELD Ziv Savin*, Snir Dekalo, Eran Sc…
View article: MP02-10 LONG-TERM USE OF DOUBLE INTERNAL STENTS FOR EXTRINSIC MALIGNANT URETERAL OBSTRUCTION
MP02-10 LONG-TERM USE OF DOUBLE INTERNAL STENTS FOR EXTRINSIC MALIGNANT URETERAL OBSTRUCTION Open
You have accessJournal of UrologyGeneral & Epidemiological Trends & Socioeconomics: Practice Patterns, Quality of Life and Shared Decision Making I (MP02)1 Apr 2020MP02-10 LONG-TERM USE OF DOUBLE INTERNAL STENTS FOR EXTRINSIC MALIGNANT URE…
View article: Head-to-Head Comparison of <sup>68</sup>Ga-PSMA-11 with <sup>18</sup>F-PSMA-1007 PET/CT in Staging Prostate Cancer Using Histopathology and Immunohistochemical Analysis as a Reference Standard
Head-to-Head Comparison of <sup>68</sup>Ga-PSMA-11 with <sup>18</sup>F-PSMA-1007 PET/CT in Staging Prostate Cancer Using Histopathology and Immunohistochemical Analysis as a Reference Standard Open
18F-PSMA-1007 is a novel prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA)-based radiopharmaceutical for imaging prostate cancer (PCa). The aim of this study was to compare the diagnostic accuracy of 18F-PSMA-1007 with 68Ga-PSMA-11 PET/CT in the s…