Retrograde renoscopic fragmentation of moderate-size (1.5-3.0-cm) renal cystine stones.

abstract：PURPOSE:GreenLight HPS™ laser photoselective vaporization prostatectomy (PVP) is a treatment option for lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia. We review our experience using the 120 W GreenLight HPS laser system. MATERIALS AND METHODS:We prospectively evaluated our experience with Gree...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Gu X,Strom K,Spaliviero M,Wong C

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Water-Induced Thermotherapy (WIT trade mark ) was developed to treat lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and to reduce bladder outlet obstruction (BOO) secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The principle is to produce heat-induced coagulative necrosis and secondary ablation of the obstructing hyperplastic t...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Muschter R

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the efficacy and safety of laparoendoscopic single-site adrenalectomy (LESS-A) and conventional laparoscopic adrenalectomy (LA) as a systematic review and meta-analysis of current evidence. METHODS:We conducted a thorough search for comparative studies that compared LESS-A and conventional LA in the ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Hu Q,Gou Y,Sun C,Xu K,Xia G,Ding Q

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Since the holmium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Ho:YAG) laser is the flexible lithotrite of choice for ureteral stones, its application to ureteral strictures associated with ureteral calculi is convenient. The results of Ho:YAG laser endoureterotomy in this specific setting have not been defined. We report our expe...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Gdor Y,Gabr AH,Faerber GJ,Roberts WW,Wolf JS Jr

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A new semiflexible and steerable cannula was designed for endoscopic reflux operations on infants and children. Because of its small diameter (0.6 mm; < 2F), it fits even through the 9F infant cystoscope. ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Froehlich GA,Stratmeyer RO

更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Caliceal diverticulum management has been performed using various modalities, including ureteroscopy, percutaneous treatment, and laparoscopy. We present our experience with laparoscopic management of caliceal diverticulum in two patients with large caliceal diverticulum and a history of failed open surgery because of...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Basiri A,Radfar MH,Lashay A

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Purpose: To examine gas bubbles generated by two laser lithotripsy devices, a pulsed thulium solid-state laser and a holmium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Ho:YAG) device, and their possible effects in lithotripsy. Materials and Methods: ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Petzold R,Suarez-Ibarrola R,Miernik A

更新日期：2020-12-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:As many as 96% of patients report some kind of discomfort/pain during transrectal ultrasonography (TRUS)-guided prostate biopsy, and when pain is severe, it may be necessary to decrease the planned number of biopsies or interrupt the procedure. Various modalities have been recommended to alleviat...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： De Maria M,Mogorovich A,Giannarini G,Manassero F,Selli C

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Kidney stone disease (KSD) affects millions of people worldwide and has an increasing incidence. Social media (SoMe) and search engines are both gaining in usage, while also being used by patients to research their conditions and aid in managing them. With this in mind, many authors have expressed the beli...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Jamnadass E,Aboumarzouk O,Kallidonis P,Emiliani E,Tailly T,Hruby S,Sanguedolce F,Atis G,Ozsoy M,Greco F,Somani BK

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To construct, train, and apply an artificial neural network (ANN) system for prediction of different outcome variables of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL). We calculated predictive accuracy, sensitivity, and precision for each outcome variable. METHODS:During the study period, all adult patients who underwe...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Aminsharifi A,Irani D,Pooyesh S,Parvin H,Dehghani S,Yousofi K,Fazel E,Zibaie F

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe our experience using an iodinated contrast solution to hydrodissect adjacent structures before percutaneous renal cryoablation. Hydrodissection was performed before cryoablation with placement of a 20-gauge, 15-cm introducer needle into the retroperitoneum under CT or ultrasonographic guidance followed by ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Patel SR,Hinshaw JL,Lubner MG,Lee FT Jr,Nakada SY,Hedican SP

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:With the evolution of endourologic technology, bilateral synchronous percutaneous nephrolithotomy (BS-PCNL) has emerged as a potentially practical intervention for patients with bilateral lithiasis. Although tradition has favored a staged approach, an increasing number of original studies have reported the...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Jones P,Dhliwayo B,Rai BP,Mokete M,Amitharaj R,Aboumarzouk OM,Somani BK

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Whereas ureteroscopic lithotripsy is more efficacious than SWL in treating lower-ureteral stones, the same has not been universally said of its ability to treat proximal ureteral stones. Because failed proximal lithotripsy is often attributable to the complications associated with stone migration...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Maislos SD,Volpe M,Albert PS,Raboy A

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:During laparoscopic surgery, scissors are used to cut a variety of tissue, including fibrotic or calcified tissue, sutures, and occasionally tissue containing staples. Disposable scissors may become dull and ineffective. The purpose of this study is to compare the durability and ergonomics of thr...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Harper JD,Figueroa H,Ebrahimi K,Baldwin DD

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Four techniques of intracorporeal lithotripsy are now available: ballistic, ultrasonic, electrohydraulic, and laser. Their therapeutic efficacies have generally been evaluated and compared, but very few data have been available on their relative risks of iatrogenic trauma to the urothelial wall. We conducted a compara...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Piergiovanni M,Desgrandchamps F,Cochand-Priollet B,Janssen T,Colomer S,Teillac P,Le Duc A

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This is a case report of a 37-year-old man with severe testicular pain unresolved after conventional investigative and therapeutic methods. On the basis of his history of abdominal trauma followed by emergency splenectomy and evidence of functioning splenic tissue on a radionuclide scan, the diagnosis of splenosis was...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Koleski FC,Turk TM,Ouwenga M,Herrell SD,Borge MA,Albala DM

更新日期：1999-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Functional outcome and quality of life (QOL) domains are important outcomes after curative therapy for prostate cancer. Although useful for scientific purposes, QOL questionnaires may be too extensive for daily routine, and single questions or interview-assessed outcomes may be more practical alternatives....

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： van der Poel HG,Tillier C,de Blok WM,Acar C,van Muilekom EH,van den Bergh RC

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Kidney stone disease is rare in the South African black (B) population and more prevalent in the white (W) population. Genetic studies have not previously examined this anomaly. The AGT Pro11Leu polymorphism in the alanine:glyoxylate aminotransferase (AGT) enzyme has been suggested as possibly pl...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Theka T,Rodgers AL,Webber D,O'Ryan C

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Calculi from patients with musculoskeletal (MS) anomalies who are largely immobile and prone to urinary infections have been traditionally composed primarily of struvite and carbonate apatite. Because of substantial improvements in the care of these patients in recent decades, stone etiology may ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Gnessin E,Mandeville JA,Handa SE,Lingeman JE

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ureteral stents and nephrostomy tubes have been used extensively in urology. Attendant to their use are their associated morbidities, such as pain, infection, and encrustation. We review the literature on the subject of the encrusted stents and drainage catheters, discuss the risk factors for encrustation, and describ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Vanderbrink BA,Rastinehad AR,Ost MC,Smith AD

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Pretreating the kidney with 100 low energy SWs with a time pause before delivering a clinical dose of SWs (Dornier HM-3, 2000 SWs, 24 kV, 120 SWs/min) has been shown to significantly reduce the size of the hemorrhagic lesion produced in that treated kidney, compared to a protocol without pretreatment. It has be...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Connors BA,Gardner A,Liu Z,Lingeman JE,Williams JC Jr

更新日期：2021-01-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:The treatment of cystine stones is a clinical problem. This in vitro study was performed to establish an experimental system that enables standardized and reproducible investigations on chemolysis of cystine stones to look for an improvement of dissolution strategies. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Artif...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Jacobs D,Heimbach D,Müller SC,Hesse A

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The long-term effects of extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (SWL) on children treated for renal calculi are unclear. To study the effects on the immature animal, we evaluated 31 Wistar white rats that underwent right nephrectomy at 30 days of age. At 40 days of age they were divided into three groups: a control grou...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Ferreira U,Claro Jde A,Rodrigues Netto N Jr,Denardi F,Figueiredo JF,Riccetto CL

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:The optimal treatment option for ureteral calculi is a controversial issue. In this study, we present our experience of 60 patients, divided into three groups, who were treated using open surgery, laparoscopic surgery, or transureteral lithotripsy (TUL). PATIENTS AND METHODS:We enrolled 60 patie...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Falahatkar S,Khosropanah I,Allahkhah A,Jafari A

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report our experience in the laparoscopic transperitoneal repair of retrocaval ureter in two cases, highlighting a new technique of stenting. ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Ramalingam M,Selvarajan K

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although most caliceal diverticula are asymptomatic, they can be associated with pain, and concomitant calculi are common. When treatment is indicated, a variety of surgical options are available, although the management is often a challenge even to the most experienced surgeon. We review the indications, surgical opt...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Rapp DE,Gerber GS

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine the temperature-time threshold of local cell death in vivo for thermal therapy in a prostate cancer animal model and to use this value as a benchmark to quantify global tissue injury. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Two studies were designed in the Dunning AT-1 rat prostate tumor hind limb model. For both s...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Bhowmick S,Swanlund DJ,Coad JE,Lulloff L,Hoey MF,Bischof JC

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Purpose: Kidney stone recurrence rates vary between patients. A patient's risk informs the frequency and intensity of preventative interventions. Clinicians routinely use clinical experience to estimate risk. We sought to compare clinician estimated recurrence risk with th...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Forbes CM,McCoy AB,Hsi RS

更新日期：2020-11-16 00:00:00

abstract：:Recently, the use of botulinum toxin A has been extended to patients with non-neurogenic urologic disorders such as refractory idiopathic overactive bladder. We describe a modification of our original injection technique that allows one to deliver botulinum toxin into the bladder quickly and efficiently in an office s...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Smith CP,Chancellor MB

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:Adrenalectomy is indicated for patients with large adrenal lesions or functional tumors. Cryoablation is currently used as a surgical alternative for the treatment of prostate, lung, brain, pharynx, and liver tumors. The purpose of this study was to determine if cryosurgery could be delivered ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Schulsinger DA,Sosa RE,Perlmutter AA,Vaughan ED Jr

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00