Impact of cautery versus cautery-free preservation of neurovascular bundles on early return of potency.

abstract：:Liver injury during percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is very rare and is usually overlooked. In this report, we present a case of inadvertent liver injury during right supracostal PCNL and describe diagnostic tools, conservative management measures, and outcome. A literature review of potential risk factors and sug...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： El-Nahas AR,Mansour AM,Ellaithy R,Abol-Enein H

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Our study sought to demonstrate the effects of remote ischemic preconditioning (R-IPC) on renal function in a large animal (porcine) solitary-kidney model. METHODS:Twelve pigs were assigned to two groups: Each underwent a right nephrectomy followed by a week of recovery. Group 1 (No-IPC) underwent left renal h...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Bedir S,Ma Y,Antonelli J,Cadeddu JA,Gahan JC

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The appropriate position of the hand-access device and trocars for hand-assisted laparoscopic surgery depends on several factors, including the surgeon's preference, physical stature, and handedness; the patient's anatomy; and the type of procedure being performed. This article reviews the options, including measures ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Lopez-Pujals A,Leveillee RJ

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Technique for apical dissection and control of the dorsal vein complex (DVC) during robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RALP) affects blood loss, apical positive margins, and recovery of urinary control. Over the past 7 years, our technique for apical dissection has been spurred by the overarching goal ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Carter SC,Konijeti R,Hu J

更新日期：2012-12-01 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：:A new technique of endosurgical pelvic lymph node dissection was performed for the staging of 10 prostate and 8 bladder cancers. The technique, involving an exclusive extraperitoneal space development with CO2 insufflation, is described in detail. Using the standard endosurgical (laparoscopic) equipment, we performed ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Villers A,Vannier JL,Abécassis R,Baron JC,Anidjar M,Khoury R,Delmas V,Desmonts JM,Boccon-Gibod L

更新日期：1993-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the necessity of placing a ureteral stent after transperitoneal laparoscopic ureterolithotomy (TPLU). PATIENTS AND METHODS:In the period from May 2006 to November 2010, 46 patients underwent TPLU. There were 13 females and 33 males. All patients had an impacted stone larger than 1.5 cm in the upper a...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Karami H,Javanmard B,Hasanzadeh-Hadah A,Mazloomfard MM,Lotfi B,Mohamadi R,Yaghoobi M

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Recent evidence would suggest a low rate of metabolic assessment in stone formers, even in those deemed as high risk. We wished to assess the attitudes and practice patterns of metabolic work up in North American members of the Endourological Society as part of the management of stone-forming patients. ME...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： McGuire BB,Matulewicz RS,Zuccarino-Crowe R,Nadler RB,Perry KT

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the efficacy, safety, and morbidity of tubeless percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and compare it with standard PCNL. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A total of 135 patients (140 renal units) undergoing tubeless PCNL (group 1) from June 2000 to September 2007 were compared with a similar group of 185 (194 rena...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Gupta NP,Mishra S,Suryawanshi M,Seth A,Kumar R

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Single-system ectopic ureter draining a dysplastic kidney is a rare urologic abnormality. In this study, we evaluated our own experience using laparoscopy for the simultaneous identification and removal of such ureterorenal units. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Between February 1999 and August 2001, four ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Kim HH,Kang J,Kwak C,Byun SS,Oh SJ,Choi H

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the feasibility and safety of two concomitant robot-assisted procedures in the same patient in one anesthesia setting. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Data were reviewed for 15 patients for whom two concomitant robot-assisted surgeries at our center were planned. Preoperative details, port position, intraoper...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Nayyar R,Gupta NP,Hemal AK,Kumar R

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:At present, open retroperitoneal lymph node dissection (RPLND) remains the preferred approach at many high-volume centers for the surgical treatment of patients with low-stage testis cancer. Despite the potential advantages of a minimally invasive approach, including improved cosmesis and shorter...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Gardner MW,Roytman TM,Chen C,Brandes SB,Kibel AS,Grubb RL,Bhayani SB,Figenshau RS

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Performing warm-up exercises before athletic competition or stage performance is very common; however, most surgeons do not "warm up" before performing complex surgery. We analyzed the intraoperative effects of warming up before surgery in an experienced laparoscopic surgeon. METHODS:A retrospec...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Mucksavage P,Lee J,Kerbl DC,Clayman RV,McDougall EM

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Expert-reported outcomes and complications may not reflect the standardized coding that can be provided by independent, third-party evaluations. The goal of this article is to compare expert-reported complications with standardized coding by the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP). The pr...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Knight BA,Potretzke AM,Larson JA,Bhayani SB

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the safety of tubeless percutaneous nephrolithotomy in patients undergoing supracostal percutaneous renal access. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Between October 1999 and October 2010, 302 patients underwent percutaneous nephrolithotomy via a supracostal access tract. Two hundred forty-eight (82.1%) patients ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Duty B,Conlin M,Wagner M,Bayne A,Adams G,Fuchs E

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the accuracy of prostate histoscanning (PHS) for spatial detection and localization of prostate cancer (PCa). PATIENTS AND METHODS:Prospective, single center study from January to September 2012 was conducted. Inclusion criterion was biopsy confirmed PCa in patients scheduled for radical prostatectom...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Macek P,Barret E,Sanchez-Salas R,Galiano M,Rozet F,Ahallal Y,Gaya JM,Durant M,Mascle L,Giedelman C,Lunelli L,Validire P,Nesvadba M,Cathelineau X

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT) is the standard of care for initial bladder tumor management. In response to its shortcomings, we propose an alternative technique for tumor resection and retrieval: The endoscopic snare resection of bladder tumor (ESRBT). Eleven tumors managed by ESRBT were reviewed re...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Maurice MJ,Vricella GJ,MacLennan G,Buehner P,Ponsky LE

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Aims: To investigate whether spinal anesthesia with an obturator nerve block (SA+ONB) can be effectively used for transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT) during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic to improve patient outcomes while also avoiding aeroso...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Krishan A,Bruce A,Khashaba S,Abouelela M,Ehsanullah SA

更新日期：2020-12-22 00:00:00

abstract：:Vesicourethral reconstruction is the most critical and time-consuming step of laparoscopic radical prostatectomy. We describe the use of two hemicircumferential running sutures that has significantly simplified the procedure in our last 30 patients. The vesicourethral reconstruction took 31 minutes on average. Six mon...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Hoznek A,Salomon L,Rabii R,Ben Slama MR,Cicco A,Antiphon P,Abbou CC

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the role of color-coded Doppler sonography (CCDS) in the assessment of internal ureteral stent patency. PATIENTS AND METHODS:We compared micturating cystography (MC) and CCDS in 48 patients with internal ureteral stents. Forty-five of these patients had pyelocaliectasis on renal sonography. RESU...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Haferkamp A,Brkovic D,Wiesel M,Staehler G,Dörsam J

更新日期：1999-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The use of a ureteral access sheath (UAS) may provide significant advantages, particularly, in the treatment of a large renal stone burden. However, in some patients, the passage of a UAS up the ureter is impossible. We prospectively evaluated the ability to insert a 14F UAS and analyzed the possible predi...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Mogilevkin Y,Sofer M,Margel D,Greenstein A,Lifshitz D

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Surgery continues to be the main form of treatment for patients with renal tumors. We create a more practical and intuitive score for renal tumor classification. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Eighty patients underwent surgery for renal tumors and were prospectively enrolled. The tumors were classified us...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Tannus M,Goldman SM,Andreoni C

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To define factors associated with the failure of shockwave lithotripsy (SWL) in the treatment of ureteral stones. PATIENTS AND METHODS:We retrospectively studied 405 men and 283 women (mean age 52.6 years) who underwent SWL with a second-generation lithotripter in the period 1994 to 2001. We evaluated availabl...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Delakas D,Karyotis I,Daskalopoulos G,Lianos E,Mavromanolakis E

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The ability to maintain normothermia during surgical procedures is crucial for improvement of the quality of patient care and the outcome of the procedure. We tested the hypothesis of whether one warming protocol is able to maintain normothermic core temperatures equally well in major open and laparoscopic urol...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Hoda MR,Popken G

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess application of cystatin C and neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL) as biomarkers for renal ischemic injury. We also evaluated the use of allopurinol as a renoprotective agent. A second goal was to assess cystatin C as a biomarker in patients undergoing partial nephrectomy. METHODS:Using ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Woodson BW,Wang L,Mandava S,Lee BR

更新日期：2013-12-01 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

abstract：PURPOSE:There are a variety of ureteral access sheath (UAS) lengths (13-55 cm) and diameters (9.5/11.5F-16/18F) available in the market. However, urologists are faced with a dilemma when choosing the ideal UAS diameter. Thus, we evaluated a case-control study of the efficacy and safety of 12/14F and 14/16F UASs in flex...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Chen Y,Liao B,Feng S,Ye D,Zeng G,Wang K,Shi M

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lasertripsy of upper urinary tract calculi after unsuccessful extracorporeal lithotripsy (SWL) or ureteroscopy (Group 1; N = 26 patients, 36 calculi) was compared with primary lasertripsy (Group 2; N = 56 patients, 79 calculi). Access to calculi was achieved by a Candela miniscope or flexible ureteroscope, and laser f...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Boline GB,Belis JA

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors have developed an ultrasonic aspirator to assist in urologic endoscopic surgery. It appeared that ultrasonic aspiration of bladder tumors was clinically efficient in transurethral surgery. Tumors 1 to 2 cm in diameter could be aspirated completely with this instrument alone. The application of the ultrason...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Shiozawa H,Miki M,Tochimoto M

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The learning curve for robotic surgery is not completely defined, and ideal training components have not yet been identified. We attempted to determine whether skill development would be accelerated with formal, organized instruction in robotic surgical techniques versus informal practice alone. MATERIALS...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Benson AD,Kramer BA,Boehler M,Schwind CJ,Schwartz BF

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00