A review of botulinum toxin use for chronic pelvic pain syndrome.

abstract：:Laparoscopic radical nephrectomy can be efficaciously performed by either the transperitoneal or the retroperitoneal laparoscopic approach. The primary indication for selecting one approach over another has historically depended on the individual surgeon's experience and training. With either technique, laparoscopy ad...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Matin SF,Gill IS

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To decrease side effects observed after high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatment for localized prostate cancer and to re-establish normal micturition in a patient population that often presents with concomitant prostate enlargement, the impact of a combined transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and ...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Chaussy C,Thüroff S

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Although benign, renal angiomyolipoma (AML) may lead to serious complications without appropriate management. The purpose of this review is to describe the role of and evidence for interventional radiology techniques in the management of patients with AML. RECENT FINDINGS:For patients with renal mass...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Kiefer RM,Stavropoulos SW

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Spina bifida is caused by incomplete neural tube closure during the first trimester. This condition may lead to bowel and bladder dysfunction as well as truncal weakness and motor anomalies. Presentations vary between myelomeningoceles and lipomeningoceles and may result in different outcomes. This re...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Chan YY,Sandlin SK,Kurzrock EA

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bladder outlet obstruction (BOO) in women can be either anatomic or functional. Anatomic causes for BOO are often readily apparent by history and physical exam. On the other hand, causes for functional obstruction, including dysfunctional voiding, primary bladder neck obstruction, and detrusor-external sphincter dyssy...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Hickling D,Aponte M,Nitti V

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The cholinergic system of the bladder includes muscarinic receptors distributed to detrusor myocytes and structures within mucosa including bladder afferent (sensory) nerves. The receptors have been shown to be involved in afferent signaling from the bladder, but it has not been established to what extent effects on t...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Andersson KE,Fullhase C,Soler R

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The goal of this chapter is to review the recent epidemiologic trends of kidney stone disease and discuss the impact of the increasing incidence of nephrolithiasis among children on adults with respect to extra-renal manifestations, surgical management, and secondary prevention. RECENT FINDINGS:Among...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Bonzo JR,Tasian GE

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The classification of morphologically normal sperm has been progressively redefined. Concurrently, our understanding of the significance of sperm morphology in relation to male factor infertility has evolved. In this review, we will discuss the evolution of sperm morphology assessment and factors that...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Danis RB,Samplaski MK

更新日期：2019-06-15 00:00:00

abstract：:With the advent of intracytoplasmic injection, the management of azoospermia has become ever more important. Gametic manipulation to produce biological offspring is not feasible unless sperm from the azoospermic male patient is obtainable. This article provides an overview of the diagnosis and treatment of azoospermia...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Lin WW

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Male urethral stricture disease is characterized by the formation of scar tissue within the urethra resulting in lower urinary tract symptoms, infection, and potentially kidney dysfunction. There is significant variability in clinical practice for the treatment of urethral stricture. We sought to summ...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Shaw NM,Venkatesan K

更新日期：2018-02-26 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS) is a prevalent disease for which there is no standardized therapy. Traditional treatments have included antibiotics, α-blockers, and anti-inflammatories, but those have not proven to be efficacious therapies through many clinical trials. Alternative therapies,...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Suh LK,Lowe FC

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:We reviewed the literature to determine what role, if any, radical prostatectomy should play in the treatment of high-risk and/or node-positive prostate cancer. RECENT FINDINGS:The AUA, NCCN, and EAU all include radical prostatectomy as a treatment option for high-risk prostate cancer based on eviden...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Matulay JT,DeCastro GJ

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Overactive bladder syndrome continues to be a significant burden for the general population. Current first-line medical therapy often includes antimuscarinic medications designed for overactive bladder. Poor efficacy and significant side effects of these antimuscarinic medications have left patients and physicians loo...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Gomez CS,Kanagarajah P,Gousse A

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several minimally invasive approaches to treatment of ureteropelvic junction obstruction are now in the urologist's armamentarium. This review provides in-depth analysis of endopyelotomy, endopyeloplasty, and laparoscopic pyeloplasty and suggests a treatment algorithm for proper patient selection to improve efficacy a...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Stein RJ,Gill IS,Desai MM

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Partial nephrectomy has become an accepted treatment of cT1 renal masses as it provides improved long-term renal function compared to radical nephrectomy (Campbell et al. J Urol. 182:1271-9, 2009). Hilar clamping is utilized to help reduce bleeding and improve visibility during tumor resection. However, concern over r...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Yezdani M,Yu SJ,Lee DI

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Correct staging of prostate cancer at initial diagnosis, as well as accurate staging and tumor localization with biochemical recurrence, remains generally inaccurate with current imaging techniques. Newer modalities are being investigated to accurately identify patients with prostate cancer at different stages of dise...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Trabulsi EJ,Merriam WG,Gomella LG

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The majority of enhancing renal masses cannot be characterized through imaging as malignant or benign; however, such characterization could save patients from unnecessary surgery and/or biopsy and associated morbidity. Herein, we review the recent literature on the emerging use of 99mTc-MIBI SPECT/CT ...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Reynolds AM,Porter KK

更新日期：2017-09-12 00:00:00

abstract：:Focal therapy for prostate cancer has emerged an interesting concept as a less morbid option for the treatment of localized low-risk disease. Despite the growing interest in focal therapy, this approach has not yet gained sufficient popularity nor provided enough data to be discussed outside the experimental applicati...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Tsivian M,Polascik TJ

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Targeting PD-1/PD-L1 immune checkpoints is a new therapeutic tool in patients with locally advanced and metastatic clear cell renal cell carcinoma (CCRCC). The purpose of this review is to offer clinicians an updated translational insight into the current status of a therapeutic alternative that may i...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Nunes-Xavier CE,Angulo JC,Pulido R,López JI

更新日期：2019-01-15 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF THE REVIEW:There is an abundance of evidence that the human microbiome plays an important and nuanced role in controlling human metabolism, immunity, and cancer. Herein we aim to review the most current research looking at prostate cancer and its link with the gut and genitourinary microbiome. There is now a...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Wheeler KM,Liss MA

更新日期：2019-09-07 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:While recurrence after primary treatment of prostate cancer (PCa) is not uncommon, there is currently no consensus on the most appropriate management after radiation treatment failure. This article seeks to explore the currently utilized modalities for salvage treatment for radiorecurrent PCa. We focu...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Golbari NM,Katz AE

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper is aimed at focusing on the nerve-sparing aspect of the robotic prostatectomy. It reviews the existing principles and presents the arguments based on robotic fresh cadaver dissections and from actual robotic prostatectomy cases. ...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Tewari A,El-Hakim A,Horninger W,Peschel R,Coll D,Bartsch G

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is considered to be the standard of care for the surgical excision of the adrenal gland. Since the initial report of laparoscopic adrenalectomy in 1992, it has evolved into a feasible and reproducible minimally invasive procedure for benign adrenal tumors. Transperitoneal and retroperitoneal...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Munver R,Ilbeigi P

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Currently in the USA, one name is added to the organ transplant waiting list every 15 min. As this list grows rapidly, fewer than one-third of waiting patients can receive matched organs from donors. Unfortunately, many patients who require a transplant have to wait for long periods of time, and many of them die befor...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： García-Domínguez X,Vicente JS,Vera-Donoso CD,Marco-Jimenez F

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The most common form of prostatitis is National Institutes of Health category III, also known as chronic abacterial prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome. The search for effective and durable therapy for this condition remains frustrating for both patients and physicians. A new approach incorporating a neurobahavio...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Potts JM,O'Dougherty E

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Robot-assisted surgery has changed the landscape of surgery. Implementation of robotics into most surgical specialties has left many educators challenged to develop the tools necessary to train and credential surgeons. Advances in robot-assisted surgery have led to the development of simulators and tools to assess ski...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Hanzly MI,Al-Tartir T,Raza SJ,Khan A,Durrani MM,Fiorica T,Ginsberg P,Mohler JL,Kuvshinoff B,Guru KA

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neoadjuvant cisplatin-based combination chemotherapy is an established standard for resectable muscle-invasive bladder cancer, a disease with a pattern of predominantly distant and early recurrences. Pathologic complete remission appears to be an intermediate surrogate for survival when employing combination chemother...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Sonpavde G,Sternberg CN

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical techniques to repair hypospadias have undergone remarkable advances in recent years with the development and widespread use of dorsal urethral plate incision to facilitate urethroplasty. Clinical studies of the technique have shown excellent cosmesis and low complication rates for dorsal plate incision (DPI) ...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Andersen B,Mitchell M

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:For patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer, the decision to undergo radical cystectomy or bladder preservation treatment must incorporate survival differences, toxicity, and quality of life. Our objective was to review patient-reported outcomes for bladder preservation treatment with a focus on patients eligible...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Feuerstein MA,Goenka A

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adrenal cortical carcinoma is a relatively uncommon malignancy that represents a significant clinical challenge for the development of optimal treatment strategies. Historically, successful treatment has relied upon rapid identification of the lesion, accurate staging with diagnostic imaging, and complete surgical ext...

journal_title：Current urology reports

authors： Fulmer BR

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00