Prostate cryotherapy: current status.

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review the progress of the genitourinary SPORE (Specialized Program of Research Excellence) in bladder cancer. RECENT FINDINGS:The optimal management of bladder cancer depends on the accurate assessment of the biological potential of the disease. Methotrexate, vincristine, adriamycin and cisplatin...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Highshaw RA,McConkey DJ,Dinney CP

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment and prognosis of rhabdomyosarcoma of the urogenital tract have changed dramatically over the past few decades. Until the 1970s radical cystectomy and pelvic exenteration were the only therapeutic options in rhabdomyosarcoma of the bladder/prostate and of the vagina/uterus. Since then, multiagent chemothe...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Filipas D

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The objective of this article is to examine the safety of prostate biopsy and discuss the emerging role of MRI-ultrasound fusion technology in improving diagnostic accuracy. RECENT FINDINGS:Men undergoing prostate biopsy frequently experience minor complications, including hematospermia, hematuria, a...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Jones TA,Radtke JP,Hadaschik B,Marks LS

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Minimally invasive surgeries such as conventional laparoscopic surgery and robotic assisted laparoscopic surgery (RALS) have significant advantages over the traditional open surgical approach including lower pain medication requirements and decreased length of hospitalization. However, open surgery ha...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Trevisani LF,Nguyen HT

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:High-risk prostate cancers (PCa), that is, those with prostate-specific antigen greater than 20 ng/dl, Gleason Score of at least 8, or extraprostatic spread, are nowadays commonly treated by surgery and radiotherapy combined with a fixed period of systemic treatment. Implementing these strategies requ...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Lecouvet FE,Lhommel R,Pasoglou V,Larbi A,Jamar F,Tombal B

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although there has been a recent surge of interest in chronic prostatitis, which hopefully will translate into advances in our understanding of the distribution and determinants of this condition, at present there is a scarcity of published epidemiologic research on chronic prostatitis. However, from the currently ava...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： McNaughton Collins M,Barry MJ

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review the scientific literature on clinical applications of spectroscopy within urologic oncology. Specifically, we address the role of spectroscopy as a novel intraoperative or intraprocedural modality for the management of urothelial carcinoma, renal cell carcinoma, and prostate adenocarcinoma. ...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Seltz LM,Herrell SD

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The artificial urinary sphincter has been in use for more than 25 years as a treatment for urinary incontinence due to intrinsic sphincter deficiency. Recent clinical studies have increased our knowledge concerning its use in children and in adult patient populations. Particularly, more long-term data and data on the ...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Bosch JL

更新日期：2000-05-01 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:Total adrenalectomy has been the standard treatment for small adrenal masses for years. In recent times, however, partial adrenalectomy and cortex-preserving strategies are gaining more importance. Therefore, we evaluated indications, techniques and outcome of partial adrenalectomy. RECENT FINDINGS:W...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Colleselli D,Janetschek G

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to provide a complete revision of two of the most widely used clinical guidelines in the management of lower urinary tract symptoms induced by benign prostatic hyperplasia and their importance and compliance among urologists. RECENT FINDINGS:Updates of the American Assoc...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Juliao AA,Plata M,Kazzazi A,Bostanci Y,Djavan B

更新日期：2012-01-01 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:The incidence of renal cell carcinoma and the detection of incidental small renal masses are rising. Urologists are faced with difficult management decisions on how to treat patients with small renal masses. Traditionally, the treatment of suspicious renal masses was radical nephrectomy. However, neph...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Laryngakis NA,Guzzo TJ

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Traditionally, curative therapy for most renal cancers involved open radical nephrectomy. However, as increased radiological monitoring has led to more incidentally discovered small renal masses, the optimal treatment has evolved. Nephron-sparing surgery, initially developed for patients with solitary...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Lowry PS,Nakada SY

更新日期：2003-05-01 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:Monitoring and improving the quality of healthcare is an evolving process that involves patients, physicians, and healthcare purchasers. Growing interest is seen in addressing quality concerns with policy changes. Surgeon and hospital volumes for specific high-risk procedures have been shown to be pre...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Black PC,Brown GA,Dinney CP

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

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: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:Benign prostatic hyperplasia is the most common human neoplasm and it is the most frequent tumour requiring surgical treatment in men. Not surprisingly, interest centres on either understanding of prostatic growth during ageing or on various medical or interventional treatments. RECENT FINDINGS:Recen...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Klingler HC

更新日期：2003-01-01 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:The recent increase in research with regard to premature ejaculation has led to a significant number of new papers looking at the diagnosis, definition, aetiology and management of this condition. RECENT FINDINGS:The intravaginal ejaculatory latency time remains the primary measure of ejaculatory tim...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Wylie KR,Ralph D

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To provide discussion on several recently published case series describing complete intracorporeal robotic cystectomy. Are we making a complex and expensive procedure more challenging or are there patient benefits to be realized from a complete minimally invasive approach? We discuss how effective and...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Collins JW,Wiklund PN,Desai MM,Goh AC,Gill IS

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review the reported effectiveness and safety of transobturator (TransOburator route, TOR) versus retropubic (retropubic tape) synthetic mid-urethral slings discussing the controversy existing on which of these procedures is best. RECENT FINDINGS:From August 2009 to January 2011 three meta-analyses...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Cerruto MA,Artibani W

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent research into paediatric urologic oncology has identified a number of certain subgroups of neuroblastoma and Wilms' tumour, which allows a more tailored treatment of the individual child with respect to treatment sequelae and finance issues. The importance of surgery, radiotherapy and cytostatic treatment has t...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Humpl T,Gutjahr P

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The implementation of novel technologies and refinements in the surgical technique are continuously changing the urological surgical scenario. The purpose of this review is to provide surgeons with the latest and most relevant updates in the field of robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) occurre...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Martini A,Gandaglia G,Briganti A

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Laparoscopic retroperitoneal lymph node dissection was first described in 1992, and has become more commonly practiced at certain centers. Laparoscopic retroperitoneal lymph node dissection may be less morbid than open retroperitoneal lymph node dissection, but more costly. Controversy exists, however...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Finelli A

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Nonmuscle invasive bladder cancer is a common malignancy, usually treated by transurethral resection and adjuvant intravesical instillations of chemotherapy or immunotherapy. Appropriate adjuvant treatment can be selected based on several prognostic factors that determine risk for recurrence or progre...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Hendricksen K,Witjes JA

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Androgen deprivation therapy is the cornerstone treatment for men with de novo or recurrent metastatic prostate cancer. Unfortunately, androgen deprivation therapy is primarily palliative, with nearly all men progressing to an androgen-independent state. Hormone-refractory prostate cancer presents sig...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Kasamon KM,Dawson NA

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In the present review we outline the use of different staging methods and highlight future possibilities in the management of testicular germ cell cancer. RECENT FINDINGS:The 5-year survival for testicular cancer has improved dramatically over the past 30 years, with cure rates approaching 95%. This ...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Spermon JR,Debruyne FM,Witjes JA

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To determine whether alpha-blockers, commonly used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia, are associated with prostate cancer risk. RECENT FINDINGS:Alpha-blockers have been associated with a reduced risk of prostate cancer aggressiveness in some observational studies and an increased risk...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Loeb S,Gupta A,Losonczy L,Tosoian J,Walsh PC

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00