Hyaluronic acid: an effective alternative treatment of interstitial cystitis, recurrent urinary tract infections, and hemorrhagic cystitis?

abstract：:We report on 18 patients, aged 43-77 years, with clinical stage-C adenocarcinoma of the prostate, primarily treated by pelvic lymphadenectomy and 125I-seed implantation. After lymphadenectomy, the staging assessment differed from the preoperative diagnosis as follows: 4 patients were classified as stage C; 6 as D1, an...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Frick J,Scrinzi U,Kunit G,Kogelnik HD

更新日期：1986-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mucosal biopsies were obtained for histological and electron microscopical studies from 20 patients with ileal urinary conduits. Special interest was focused on problems of urinary tract infections and their possible role in the pathogenesis of these changes. Chronic inflammation with mild to total villous atrophy was...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Lindell O,Mäkinen J,Nickels J,Lehtonen T

更新日期：1986-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Results from the ERA 223 trial of abiraterone combined with radium-223 among men with chemotherapy-naïve castration-resistant prostate cancer and bone metastases show no improvement in survival free from symptomatic skeletal events. We hypothesize that this finding might be attributable to bone loss induced by the con...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Dalla Volta A,Formenti AM,Berruti A

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:Controversy remains over whether adrenalectomy and lymph node dissection (LND) should be performed concomitantly with radical nephrectomy (RN) for locally advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) cT3-T4N0M0. OBJECTIVE:To systematically review all relevant literature comparing oncologic, perioperative, and quality-o...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Bekema HJ,MacLennan S,Imamura M,Lam TB,Stewart F,Scott N,MacLennan G,McClinton S,Griffiths TR,Skolarikos A,MacLennan SJ,Sylvester R,Ljungberg B,N'Dow J

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Antitumor effect of recombinant human tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF) alone or in combination with various anticancer chemotherapeutic agents was tested using an in vitro antiproliferative assay on four human renal carcinoma cell lines (VMRC-RCW, VMRC-RCZ, Caki-1 and A-498). When the dose-dependent effect of TNF was...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Ikemoto S,Hayahara N,Wada S,Nishio S,Maekawa M

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A randomised trial of robotic and open prostatectomy commenced in October 2010 and is progressing well. Clinical and quality of life outcomes together with economic costs to individuals and the health service are being examined critically to compare outcomes. ...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Gardiner RA,Coughlin GD,Yaxley JW,Dunglison NT,Occhipinti S,Younie SJ,Carter RC,Williams SG,Medcraft RJ,Samaratunga HM,Perry-Keene JL,Payton DJ,Lavin MF,Chambers SK

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Casodex (bicalutamide, Zeneca Limited) is a nonsteroidal competitive inhibitor of androgens at the androgen receptor. The drug was developed to fulfil a number of needs for the treatment of prostate cancer. The specific aim was to demonstrate pharmacological activity, which would translate into clinical efficacy, good...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Blackledge GR

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although the initial robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) series showed 12-mo potency rates ranging from 70% to 80%, the few available comparative studies did not permit any definitive conclusion about the superiority of this technique when compared with retropubic radical prostatectomy (RRP) and lapa...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Ficarra V,Novara G,Ahlering TE,Costello A,Eastham JA,Graefen M,Guazzoni G,Menon M,Mottrie A,Patel VR,Van der Poel H,Rosen RC,Tewari AK,Wilson TG,Zattoni F,Montorsi F

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To establish guidelines for the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of BPH. METHODS:A search of published work was conducted using Medline. In combination with expert opinions recommendations were made on the usefulness of tests for assessment and follow-up: mandatory, recommended, or optional. In addition, ...

journal_title：European urology

authors： de la Rosette JJ,Alivizatos G,Madersbacher S,Perachino M,Thomas D,Desgrandchamps F,de Wildt M,European Association of Urology.

更新日期：2001-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:New methods for identifying bladder cancer (BCa) progression are required. Gene expression microarrays can reveal insights into disease biology and identify novel biomarkers. However, these experiments produce large datasets that are difficult to interpret. OBJECTIVE:To develop a novel method of microarray ...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Catto JW,Abbod MF,Wild PJ,Linkens DA,Pilarsky C,Rehman I,Rosario DJ,Denzinger S,Burger M,Stoehr R,Knuechel R,Hartmann A,Hamdy FC

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To present the current status of laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (LRP) in Germany, Austria and Switzerland with respect to transferability, learning curve, and outcome. MATERIAL AND METHODS:The data of 5824 patients who underwent LRP in 18 centers by 50 urologists from March 1999 to August 2004 were analyze...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Rassweiler J,Stolzenburg J,Sulser T,Deger S,Zumbé J,Hofmockel G,John H,Janetschek G,Fehr JL,Hatzinger M,Probst M,Rothenberger KH,Poulakis V,Truss M,Popken G,Westphal J,Alles U,Fornara P

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Signet ring cell adenocarcinoma of the bladder is rare. Only 16 cases are recorded in the literature, although two meet the requirements for being considered of urachal origin. We present the third case of signet cell adenocarcinoma of urachal origin. ...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Alonso-Gorrea M,Mompo-Sanchis JA,Jorda-Cuevas M,Froufe A,Jiménez-Cruz JF

更新日期：1985-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With intensified screening and the use of new diagnostic tools for prostate cancer (prostate-specific antigen, rectal ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging with rectal coils, etc), the number of newly diagnosed cases of prostate cancer is rising rapidly, whereas the frequency of death due to prostate cancer remains a...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Studer UE,Thalmann G,Zingg EJ

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a randomized study of 200 consecutive patients undergoing transurethral prostatectomy (TURP), the combination of internal urethrotomy and TURP (the trial group) was compared with TURP alone (the control group) with regard to the development of urethral strictures postoperatively. Three months after resection, 14% i...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Nielsen KK,Kjoergaard B,Kristensen ES,Jeppesen L,Krarup T

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:in our study, we wanted to assess changes and values of the renal resistive index (RI) in children with vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) using color Doppler ultrasound (CDUS) techniques. METHODS:We investigated 92 kidney units in 46 children (mean age 6 +/- 4 years) with VUR by means of CDUS. The RI was measured ...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Radmayr C,Klauser A,Maneschg C,Bartsch G,Frauscher F

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have studied 38 patients with previously untreated, widespread prostatic cancer, who were submitted to therapy with cyproterone acetate and orchiectomy. 70% of patients with symptoms have shown subjective improvement. Moreover, it was possible to observe the regression, stabilization or progression of metastases in...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Pescatore D,Giberti C,Martorana G,Natta G,Giuliani L

更新日期：1980-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Limited data exist to guide the use of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) for men treated with radiation therapy (RT) after radical prostatectomy (RP). The optimal duration of ADT in this setting is unknown. OBJECTIVE:To determine if the duration of ADT influences clinical outcomes for men receiving post-RP...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Jackson WC,Schipper MJ,Johnson SB,Foster C,Li D,Sandler HM,Palapattu GS,Hamstra DA,Feng FY

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Eraser, a 1318-nm diode laser, has been used for 15 yr for resection of lung metastases. It was recently introduced in urology for small kidney tumors and for the treatment of benign prostatic obstruction. OBJECTIVE:To demonstrate on video our technique of Eraser laser enucleation of the prostate (ELEP) and...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Hruby S,Sieberer M,Schätz T,Jones N,Zimmermann R,Janetschek G,Lusuardi L

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES AND METHODS:The effects of double pigtail ureteric catheters (JJS) and percutaneous nephrostomies (PN) on ureteric motility and artificial stone transit was assessed in 12 dogs. Each animal underwent bilateral nephrostomies and an artificial stone insertion into each upper ureter (n = 20). A 4-Fr JJS was ins...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Lennon GM,Thornhill JA,Grainger R,McDermott TE,Butler MR

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors present their experience (24 children) with the endoscopic subureteral injection of Teflon paste in the correction of secondary vesicoureteral reflux: reimplantation failure; ureterocele; obstructive bladder; exstrophy; postchemocystitis, and Hutch's diverticulum. Of these 24 cases (31 refluxing ureters), ...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Aubert D,Zoupanos G,Destuynder O,Hurez F

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess the factors effecting PSA bounce and to identify any possible relationship with biochemical control after 3-D conformal radiotherapy (3D-CRT) and total androgen deprivation (TAD) for prostate cancer by evaluating four previously described PSA bounce definitions. METHODS:Between January 1998 and Ja...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Akyol F,Ozyigit G,Selek U,Karabulut E

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:7 children, 20 months to 11 years old, with cystinuria and renal calculi were studied. Surgical treatment and alpha-mercaptopropionylglycine (MPG) gave satisfactory results in 5 children. The causes of the recurrences in the other 2 children are discussed. MPG therapy is effective but can cause a nephrotic syndrome at...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Pavanello L,Rizzoni G,Dussini N,Zacchello G,Passerini G,Tasca A,Pagano F

更新日期：1981-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Robot-assisted thrombectomy (RAT) for inferior vena cava (IVC) thrombus (RAT-IVCT) is being increasingly reported. However, the techniques and indications for robot-assisted cavectomy (RAC) for IVC thrombus are not well described. OBJECTIVE:To develop a decision-making program and analyze multi-institutiona...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Shi T,Huang Q,Liu K,Du S,Fan Y,Yang L,Peng C,Shen D,Wang Z,Gao Y,Gu L,Niu S,Ai Q,Li H,Liu F,Li Q,Wang H,Guo A,Fu B,Yang X,Zhang X,Wang D,Wang D,Guo H,Li H,Olivero A,Fam XI,Ma X,Wang B,Zhang X

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It remains unclear whether men selecting active surveillance (AS) are at increased risk of unfavorable longer term outcomes as compared with men who undergo immediate treatment. OBJECTIVE:To compare adverse pathologic outcomes in men with favorable-risk prostate cancer who underwent delayed prostatectomy af...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Tosoian JJ,Sundi D,Trock BJ,Landis P,Epstein JI,Schaeffer EM,Carter HB,Mamawala M

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:3 cases of retrocaval ureter (one of them presenting multiple urological anomalies) are discussed. In the presence of hydronephrosis, early operative reposition of the ureter is essential. Provided that the condition is diagnosed before extreme renal deterioration, the surgical repair can salvage remaining renal funct...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Eidelman A,Yuval E,Simon D,Sibi Y

更新日期：1978-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To estimate the growth rate of prostate cancer, the doubling times of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) and prostatic acid phosphatase (PAP) were determined in 51 patients: 44 were refractory to endocrine therapy, and 7 were in an untreated state. Since an exponential increase in PSA and PAP was observed in all patients...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Akimoto S,Masai M,Akakura K,Shimazaki J

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The retroperitoneal laparoscopic approach is utilized to treat a right renal tumor with vena caval thrombus reaching infrahepatic veins. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The patient is an 87-year-old woman with a tumor measuring 8 x 9 cm and a vena caval thrombus (7 cm), stretching as far as the subhepatic vein. The retr...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Disanto V,Pansadoro V,Portoghese F,Scalese GA,Romano M

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this research is to identify and determine the relative importance of dietary and environmental risk and risk reduction factors for prostate cancer mortality. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A multicountry ecologic approach was used in multivariate regression analyses with prostate cancer mortality ra...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Grant WB

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Early-stage prostate cancer is usually asymptomatic and therefore, in the past, has often gone undetected, unless diagnosed by a digital rectal examination. More recently, new tests have been introduced, namely prostate-specific antigen and transrectal ultrasound, in order to improve the detection of early-stage disea...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Chodak GW

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The length changes of the flaccid penis provoked by a maximum manual stretching of the glans have been measured in 905 men in order to study its biomechanical qualities. Our study shows that the flaccid penis is deformable, extensible and elastic in its longitudinal axis. The analysis of the variations of these biomec...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Bondil P,Costa P,Daures JP,Louis JF,Navratil H

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00