Hand-assisted urological laparoscopy.

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Radical cystectomy and urinary diversion is the accepted standard of care for invasive bladder cancer. Although orthotopic neobladder is the preferred method of urinary diversion in men, less experience is available for women. Recent studies and reports on this subject are summarized and reviewed. RE...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Kübler H,Gschwend JE

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aim of this review is to provide insight into the current state of lymph node dissection (LND) during radical cystectomy in patients with bladder cancer (BCa). RECENT FINDINGS:The first prospective, multicenter, randomized, phase III trial to assess the therapeutic benefit of extended versus limi...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Sung HH,Lerner SP

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To understand the molecular mechanisms of bladder carcinogenesis in relation to environmental carcinogens in order to provide a given population with a preventive value of bladder cancer. RECENT FINDINGS:Cigarette smoking, aromatic amines contained in dyes, chronic inflammation due to infection such ...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Hirao Y,Kim WJ,Fujimoto K

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Radical prostatectomy is the standard treatment for localized prostate cancer; its translation to a laparoscopic approach is considered today not only as feasible and reproducible but also as a valid and teachable alternative to its open counterpart. Beyond the "classical" transperitoneal antegrade ro...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： van Velthoven RF

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Due to the desire for improved outcomes, the use of synthetic materials in vaginal prolapse repair has been increasing despite the lack of sound evidence of their efficacy and safety. RECENT FINDINGS:Given the limited number of randomized controlled trials evaluating repair of vaginal prolapse with t...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Morrisroe S,Lee U,Raz S

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The pace of technology development with single-use endoscopy has led to a range of disposable ureteroscopes. We review the development of single-use scopes, deconstruct the basic design and functional characteristics of available devices, and discuss future directions for next-generation platforms. R...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Bahaee J,Plott J,Ghani KR

更新日期：2021-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To perform a bicenter, retrospective study of perioperative outcomes of retroperitoneal versus transperitoneal robotic-assisted laparoscopic partial nephrectomy (RALPN) and assess costs using time-driven activity-based costing (TDABC). We identified 355 consecutive patients who underwent RALPN at Univ...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Laviana AA,Tan HJ,Hu JC,Weizer AZ,Chang SS,Barocas DA

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE-5) inhibitors are established as first-line therapy in erectile dysfunction. There is emerging evidence that they may have a role in treating patients with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) from benign prostatic hypertrophy. RECENT FINDINGS:All three commonly used PDE-5 inh...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Wong P,Lawrentschuk N,Bolton DM

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Prostate cancer screening has shifted the diagnosis of prostate cancer to lower grade, organ confined disease. Radical prostatectomy or radiation therapy has been shown to be overtreatment in 30% of patients. In this review, we will discuss targeted focal therapy (TFT) using the modalities of cryother...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Hou AH,Sullivan KF,Crawford ED

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Since the first laparoscopic pediatric nephrectomy was performed in 1992, many articles have reported the feasibility of minimally invasive nephrectomy, heminephrectomy, and nephroureterectomy in children. This article reviews the literature related to minimally invasive nephrectomy, including robot-a...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Harrell WB,Snow BW

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe and critically discuss the most recent evidence regarding stone management during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and post-COVID-19 era. RECENT FINDINGS:There is a need to plan for resuming the normal elective stone surgery in the post-COVID era, keeping a clear record of all surg...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Proietti S,Basulto-Martinez M,Pavia MP,Luciani L,Gaboardi F,Giusti G

更新日期：2021-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:With the expanding use of new technology in the treatment of clinically localized prostate cancer (PCa), the financial burden on the healthcare system and the individual has been important. Robotics offer many potential advantages to the surgeon and the patient. We assessed the potential cost-effectiv...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Liberman D,Trinh QD,Jeldres C,Zorn KC

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the past few years it has been clearly demonstrated that the concept of bacterial biofilm production permits an understanding and provides some explanation of the pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of catheter-associated urinary tract infections. This concept describes the colonization of catheter surfaces and t...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Liedl B

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The prevalence of robot-assisted radical cystectomy is steadily increasing. We review the recent literature evaluating this technique as a minimally invasive alternative to open radical cystectomy for the treatment of bladder cancer. RECENT FINDINGS:Within the last year, numerous robot-assisted radic...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Cha EK,Wiklund NP,Scherr DS

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:We outline a generic approach to using a nomogram to predict a continuous probability of failure in high-risk patients (rather than putting patients into groups), in order to identify patients whose risk exceeds a cutoff point. We discuss the goals of any staging system, what markers should be include...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Kattan MW

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The newly discovered female urinary microbiota has the potential to deepen our understanding of urinary tract health and disease, including common lower urinary tract conditions such as urinary incontinence and urinary tract infection. The spectrum of painful bladder disorders and other less common co...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Mueller ER,Wolfe AJ,Brubaker L

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Data are reviewed relating to the safety and efficacy of minimally invasive transurethral microwave thermotherapy and medical management in patients with lower urinary tract symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Recent evidence is summarized indicating more pronounced long-term beneficial effects of microwave trea...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Djavan B,Marberger M

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent years have seen notable advances in virtual reality technology and increased interest in potential medical applications. Computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging data sets, historically viewed as axial images, may now be used to construct a virtual reality endoscopic image, and navigator software syst...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Allan JD,Tolley DA

更新日期：2001-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Examine and discuss novel focal therapy treatment options for prostate cancer. RECENT FINDINGS:With the widespread adoption of mpMRI-guided biopsies for prostate cancer, use of image-guided treatment of prostate cancer has increased. Focal therapies leading to partial gland ablation such as partial p...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Werntz RP,Eggener SE

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Surgery is the mainstay for treating postprostatectomy stress urinary incontinence. Although the artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) remains a popular treatment option, a decade worth of innovations have expanded the role of male sling surgery. RECENT FINDINGS:AUS surgery has an approximately 80-85% s...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Comiter CV

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe mechanisms behind and extent of overdetection in prostate cancer screening as well as possible ways to avoid unnecessary overdiagnosis. RECENT FINDINGS:Overdetection and overtreatment is common in many areas of modern medicine. Current prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing has resulted ...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Hugosson J,Carlsson S

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To provide an overview of relevant data available and updated recommendations for management of pediatric patients with pheochromocytoma (PCC). RECENT FINDINGS:Much of the available data surrounding pediatric PCC is in the form of case reports and case series. With the accumulation of data over time,...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Peard L,Cost NG,Saltzman AF

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aim of this study is to provide an overview of the current status of novel cognitive training approaches in surgery and to investigate the potential role of cognitive training in surgical education. RECENT FINDINGS:Kinematics of end-effector trajectories, as well as cognitive state features of su...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Shafiei SB,Hussein AA,Guru KA

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review will summarize the most recent preclinical data from the leading US laboratories regarding the application of gene therapy to the treatment of erectile dysfunction. The implications of these findings in the field of gene therapy in general, and more specifically to the treatment of non-lif...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Christ GJ

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Tissue engineering is a rapidly advancing technology that is shifting from the laboratory to urological practice. The review explores recent developments and considers the relationship to existing treatments. RECENT FINDINGS:Different strategies to generate transplantable tissue grafts in vitro and h...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Wood D,Southgate J

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To summarize the current knowledge about smoking carcinogenesis in bladder cancer (BCa), individual susceptibility and impact of smoking on incidence and outcomes of nonmuscle invasive BCa (NMIBC) and muscle-invasive BCa (MIBC). To assess the impact of smoking cessation on oncological outcomes. RECEN...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Soria F,Marra G,Čapoun O,Soukup V,Gontero P

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aim of this article is to look into recent updates on the management of neurogenic stress urinary incontinence (NSUI) in adult females. RECENT FINDINGS:Recently, a small number of studies have investigated different surgical modalities in treatment of NSUI in adult females including artificial ur...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Farag F,Doherty R,Arlandis S

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In recent years, robotic partial nephrectomy has emerged as a technique for treatment of small renal masses alongside laparoscopic and open partial nephrectomy. Since this technique is still in a phase of adoption, many technical improvements, alterations and early experiences are published. We aim to...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Van Haute W,Gavazzi A,Dasgupta P

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Molecular imaging with PET/CT targeting the prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) receptor is increasingly utilized in men with prostate cancer (PCa), with clinical indications now expanding beyond biochemical recurrence. PSMA PET/CT often detects sub-centimetre size pathologic nodes and low-volum...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Ravi Kumar AS,Lawrentschuk N,Hofman MS

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review focuses on novel imaging techniques used for guiding urologic procedures that are likely to provide additional opportunities to physicians in the years to come. RECENT FINDINGS:In the past, most image-guided urologic procedures have utilized two-dimensional x-ray images. This review will ...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Nascimento RG,Coleman J,Solomon SB

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00