The Charlson Comorbidity Index: can it predict the outcome in acute kidney injury?

abstract：PURPOSE:Water intake is important for preventing kidney stones. Small molecules water is a more active restructured water under magnetic field. Here, we studied the relation between small molecules water and crystal formation in the rat kidney. MATERIALS:The small molecules water was prepared by a water machine provid...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Li Y,Pan J,Zhang Y,Chang Y,Yang X,Yang B,Mao X,Wang Z,Gao B,Lu X

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The association between crescents and renal outcomes was inconsistent in a Chinese IgA nephropathy (IgAN) cohort, and limited research has investigated the prognosis of IgAN patients with crescents. METHODS:Between January 2008 and January 2013, 169 consecutive IgAN patients with crescents in the Xijing Hospit...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Ma F,Liu L,Dong R,Yang X,Wei L,Li L,Bai M,Sun S

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients treated with metformin are predisposed to develop contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) after received emergency contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) examination. We evaluated the protective effects of alprostadil on CIN in T2DM patients treated with metformin after c...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Wang J,Ai X,Li L,Gao Y,Sun N,Li C,Sun W

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To compare the two conventional surgical methods for varicocelectomy, 50 patients with varicocele were operated by using either the retroperitoneal or the inguinal techniques. Compliance with local anaesthesia was found to be poor in the retroperitoneal group. The operative time was significantly shorter (p = 0.00038)...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Ozkardeş H

更新日期：1994-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Because of the complexity of the abnormalities and limited options for reconstruction of failed hypospadias, creating a neourethra presents a challenge to surgeons. We reviewed our experiences with staged urethroplasty strategies to repair the penis of failed hypospadias. MATERIALS AND METHODS:We retrospecti...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Wu M,Chen F,Xie H,Lv Y,Huang Y,Liu Y,Ye W

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:In recent studies, it has been observed that androgen receptors are densely located in pelvic floor muscles. We aimed to investigate the effect of testosterone on urodynamic findings and histopathomorphology of pelvic floor muscles in rats with experimentally induced stress urinary incontinence. MATERIALS AN...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Mammadov R,Simsir A,Tuglu I,Evren V,Gurer E,Özyurt C

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The age-related decline of the testosterone-to-estrogen (T-to-E2) ratio in serum is associated with the increased prevalence of prostatic inflammation. The goal of the study was to induce prostatic inflammation with E2 and androgen treatment and to explore the inflammatory markers and apoptosis on prostatitis. ...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Jia YL,Liu X,Yan JY,Chong LM,Li L,Ma AC,Zhou L,Sun ZY

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Serum renin concentration (SRC) was determined in 97 hypertensive patients under basal conditions and during stimulation of renin secretion. Renin secretion was stimulated by upright posture and by either of the following means: (a) diet containing 20 mEq Na/24 hours for 3 days; (b) 300 mg i.v. diazoxide injections; (...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Traub YM,Nemes LM,Aloof S,Rosenfeld JB

更新日期：1976-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate whether stone dimension is a restrictive factor for ureterorenoscopic procedures. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A group of 416 patients who had undergone ureterorenoscopic pneumatic lithotripsy (URS-PL) for lower ureteral stones between January 1999 and June 2006 in our clinic had been evaluated retro...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Tuğcu V,Taşci AI,Ozbek E,Aras B,Verim L,Gürkan L

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Factors responsible for the low incidence of clinical prostate cancer (3-8/100,000 men/year) in the Arab population remain unclear, but may be related to changes in steroid hormone metabolism. We compared the levels of serum conjugated and unconjugated steroids between Arab and Caucasian populations, to de...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Kehinde EO,Akanji AO,Memon A,Bashir AA,Daar AS,Al-Awadi KA,Fatinikun T

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Measuring calcium (Ca) absorption, Ca balance and Ca level in serum,feces and urine during HK (hypokinesia) with and without Ca loading, the aim of this study was to disclose if prolonged HK could reduce Ca deposition more with or without Ca load contributing to greater Ca imbalance. Studies were conducted during 30-d...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Zorbas YG,Kakurin VJ,Kuznetsov NA,Deogenov VA

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Insulin resistance is characterized by the systemic impairment of insulin action and is usually the result of aging, obesity, chronic inflammation, or another factor that may contribute to the inhibition of the insulin signaling pathway. Insulin resistance is accompanied by defects in lipid metabolism and blood coagul...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Rammos G,Tseke P,Ziakka S

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:It has been shown that coenzyme Q(10) (CoQ(10)) supplementation in men with idiopathic oligoasthenoteratozoospermia (OAT) results in improved semen parameters. In present study, we evaluated the effects of coenzyme CoQ(10) supplementation on semen parameters and pregnancy rates in infertile men with idiopathi...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Safarinejad MR

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility of robotic assisted kidney transplantation in graft with multiple vessels. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Eighteen patients underwent RAKT with grafts with multiple vessels (GMVs) from living donor performed by a single surgeon in single institution. The retrospe...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Kishore TA,Kuriakose MJ,Pathrose G,Raveendran V,Kumar KV,Unni VN

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 50 patients with terminal renal failure treated by intermittent peritoneal dialysis quantitative and qualitative assessments of peritoneal cells present in six successive changes of dialysate were performed using light microscopy and the Cytur test (Boehringer). The examination was repeated in 25 patients in the co...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Sułowicz W

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Platelet count did not significantly decrease after charcoal haemoperfusion in patients with acute poisoning and significantly decreased during regular dialysis treatment. Adherent platelets and leucocytes were found on the surface of granules after haemoperfusion using a scanning electron microscope. Decreased platel...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Mydlík M,Bucek J,Derzsiová K,Jarcuska J,Takác M

更新日期：1981-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of our study is to carry out a Bayesian network meta-analysis comparing the efficacy of different antimicrobial lock solutions (ALS) for prevention of catheter-related infections (CRI) in patients with hemodialysis (HD) and ranking these ALS for practical consideration. METHODS:We searched six elec...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Zhang J,Wang B,Li R,Ge L,Chen KH,Tian J

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Pulmonary embolism with viable tumor cells developed after surgery for renal cell carcinoma may metastasize to lung. We investigated the incidence and fate of newly developed pulmonary embolism after surgery for renal cell carcinoma with vena cava thrombus. METHODS:Among 4549 renal cell carcinoma patients trea...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Yoo S,Song SH,Go H,You D,Song C,Hong JH,Kim CS,Ahn H,Jeong IG

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Megaureter and ureteropelvic junction obstruction are not uncommon urinary tract congenital abnormalities. While each has been known to be associated with other urogenital anomalies, their association together is rarely reported. This report will describe the diagnosis and management of such a case. ...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Waltzer WC

更新日期：1983-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present clinical and radiological findings in a case of collecting (Bellini) duct carcinoma (CDC). This is a rare and aggressive kidney cancer originating from the distal renal tubule. The patient underwent radical nephrectomy and the pathological report showed trabeculopapillary, partially solid adenocarcinoma inf...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Dobroński P,Czaplicki M,Koźmińska E,Pykało R

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Fatigue and depressed mood are considered main impediments to physical activity in haemodialysis (HD) patients. A better understanding of their interrelationships is crucial to develop effective therapies. Moreover, measurement of daily physical activity (DPA) in HD patients is tricky, as it is usually assess...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Brys ADH,Bossola M,Lenaert B,Biamonte F,Gambaro G,Di Stasio E

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The recent guidelines recommend using the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) to evaluate renal function. There are two reported full-age-spectrum (FAS) equations in 2017, which are based on serum cystatin C concentrations with or without accompanying serum creatinine level (FASCr-Cys or FASCys). We ...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Yong Z,Li F,Pei X,Liu X,Song D,Zhang X,Zhao W

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ureteric stents, a good solution to many urologic problems, can lead to significant morbidity if left in situ longer than required. Our case is that of an elderly male with a history of intractable hypertension presenting with urosepsis, anemia, diabetes and chronic renal failure. His work-up revealed a stent in the r...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Gopaldas R,Rastogi V,Gulick T

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) is the major complication related to contrast media administration in patients after coronary angiography (CAG). However, inconsistent results have been published in the literature regarding the effects of pharmacological drugs on CIN prevention. We conducted a network meta...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Ma WQ,Zhao Y,Wang Y,Han XQ,Zhu Y,Liu NF

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The venous thromboembolic events (VTE) incidence is high in nephrotic syndrome (NS). We aimed to assess prospectively the risk of VTE in a large cohort of NS patients and to identify predictive factors for VTE, especially haemostasis-related parameters. METHODS:This is the prospective, observational study cond...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Ismail G,Mircescu G,Ditoiu AV,Tacu BD,Jurubita R,Harza M

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Hand-assisted laparoscopy was first performed in the 1990s by inserting the surgeon's finger or hand through a small tight wound. Although leakage of gas from the incision initially limited the usefulness of the technique, the hand-assisted procedures have advanced extensively since the introduction of the...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Fuse H,Nozaki T,Akashi T,Mizuno I,Okumura A

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors present a series of 2,173 patients with renal tuberculosis seen between 1950 and 1979. This is group 1, serving only to show the incidence of renal tuberculosis during the antibiotic era. The fact is that the incidence of renal tuberculosis is going down slightly but constantly in the last years because th...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Petković S,Sumarac Z,Petronić V,Marković V

更新日期：1986-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare efficacy, safety, and cost-effectiveness of fosfomycin tromethamine with other standard-of-care antibiotics in patients undergoing ureteroscopic lithotripsy. METHODS:This study was a prospective, multicenter, randomized, controlled trial. Eligible patients scheduled for ureteroscopic lithotripsy wer...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Qiao LD,Chen S,Lin YH,Li JX,Hu WG,Hou JP,Cui L

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To report current results of vaginoplasty using the mucosa of the prepuce, and creating labia minora by penile skin in children with disorders of sex development (DSD). METHODS:In 10 years, we have performed 22 vaginoplasties using the described technique of vaginoplasty, 21 patients with 46, XX DSD and 1 ovot...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Acimi S,Bessahraoui M,Acimi MA,Abderrahmane N,Debbous L

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The concentrations of prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), sodium, potassium and creatinine were determined in the blood and urine of 50 renal transplant recipients treated with cyclosporine A or azathioprine, as immunosuppressive agents, for at least one year post transplantation. Fourteen healthy subjects served as control grou...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： el-Sharabasy MM,el-Naggar MM

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00