Upper-pole access for percutaneous nephrolithotomy.

abstract：: Objectives: To investigate the feasibility and efficacy of live renal ultrasonography to guide Double-J ureteral stent placement at the bedside. Patients and Methods: Between April 12 and June 5, 2020, patients presenting with ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Yang H,Chappidi M,Overland M,Ahn J,Bayne D,Chi T

更新日期：2020-12-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) has been reported to improve the symptoms of Peyronie's disease. However, the response rates to this treatment appear to be variable. This study aimed to determine whether any patient or plaque characteristics are associated with a better outcome. PATIENTS...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Taylor J,Forster JA,Browning AJ,Biyani CS

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:A "Negative" ureteroscopy (URS) is defined as a URS in which no stone is found during the procedure. It may occur when the stone has already been passed spontaneously or when it is located outside the collecting system. The aim of the study was to outline risk factors for Negative-URS. MATERIALS AND METHO...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Katafigiotis I,Sabler IM,Heifetz EM,Rosenfeld A,Stavros S,Lorber A,Latke A,Yutkin V,Hidas G,Landau EH,Pode D,Gofrit ON,Duvdevani M

更新日期：2018-09-12 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：PURPOSE:To assess whether our ureteroscopic real-time navigation system has the possibility to reduce radiation exposure and improve performance of ureteroscopic maneuvers in surgeons of various ages and experience levels. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Our novel ureteroscopic navigation system used a magnetic tracking device ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Yoshida K,Yokomizo A,Matsuda T,Hamasaki T,Kondo Y,Yamaguchi K,Kanayama HO,Wakumoto Y,Horie S,Naito S

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Increased body mass index (BMI) has been shown to have inferior perioperative outcomes in patients undergoing laparoscopic partial nephrectomy (LPN). The aim of this study was to determine the differences in perioperative outcomes for patients undergoing LPN in normal, overweight, and obese perso...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： George AK,Rothwax JT,Herati AS,Srinivasan AK,Rais-Bahrami S,Shah P,Waingankar N,Saluja SS,Richstone L,Kavoussi LR

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Ureteral stents are commonly inserted under fluoroscopic guidance. Our objective was to determine the intravesical landmarks for stent insertion by mapping the fluoroscopic location of the ureteral orifices (UOs) and bladder neck (BN) in relation to the pubic symphysis (PS). METHODS:In patients undergoing uret...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Perks AE,Schuler TD,Pace K,Honey RJ

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Performance of laparoscopic surgery requires adequate hand-eye coordination. Video games are an effective way to judge one's hand-eye coordination, and practicing these games may improve one's skills. Our goal was to see if there is a correlation between skill in video games and skill in laparosc...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Rosenberg BH,Landsittel D,Averch TD

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Intradetrusor injection of onabotulinumtoxinA (BTX-A) can be performed with rigid or flexible cystoscopy. The primary aim of this study was to analyze irrigant flow rate and total angle of deflection for the intradetrusor injection needles used for flexible cystoscopic injection of BTX-A to see if any need...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Williams RD,Dove J,Petrou SP,Thiel DD

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Recently, laparoscopic nephropexy has been performed using a transperitoneal approach. We evaluated the efficacy of a retroperitoneoscopic technique for symptomatic nephroptosis. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Three men and two women with right nephroptosis underwent retroperitoneal laparoscopic nephropexy. Their sympto...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Ichikawa T,Yamada D,Takao A,Saegusa M,Aramaki K,Kumon H

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Nonmuscle-invasive bladder cancer is diagnosed, treated, and monitored using cystoscopy. Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used to augment tumor detection, but its performance is hindered by the limited availability of cystoscopic images required to ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Ikeda A,Nosato H,Kochi Y,Negoro H,Kojima T,Sakanashi H,Murakawa M,Nishiyama H

更新日期：2020-12-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:A variety of ureteroscopic irrigation systems are available, ranging from gravity-driven pressure bags to hand-operated pumps. Endoscopic valves maintain a watertight seal during ureteroscopy (URS) while facilitating passage of instruments. The clinical utility and ergonomics of such devices have...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Tarplin S,Byrne M,Farrell N,Monga M,Sivalingam S

更新日期：2015-09-01 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：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Proper management of the nonpalpable testicle requires an accurate diagnosis. Laparoscopic orchiopexy (LO) has become the standard for diagnosis and treatment. We classified the location of nonpalpable testicles, reviewed the technique of LO in detail, and report the results of our series, the la...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Samadi AA,Palmer LS,Franco I

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Purpose: Transparently reported, high-quality randomized controlled trials (RCTs) play a critical role in guiding evidence based clinical practice and informing evidence-based guidelines in patients with nephrolithiasis. Prior studies have found reporting quality to be low...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Thompson E,Lai A,Morrey L,Borofsky MS,Dahm P

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Cystoscopy is a basic urologic skill necessary for the endoscopic evaluation of the urethra and bladder. Presented is a step-by-step guide for flexible cystoscopy of the male and female patient. MATERIALS/METHODS:Routine flexible cystoscopy was performed on a male patient with a history of upper tract uro...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Safiullah S,Lama DJ,Patel R,Clayman RV

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess if the presence of a lower pole stone (LPS) decreases the stone-free (SF) rate following retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS). The second purpose was to assess the result of RIRS for LPS and to identify predictors of SF status. PATIENTS AND METHODS:We retrospectively analyzed 205 procedures in 162 ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Martin F,Hoarau N,Lebdai S,Pichon T,Chautard D,Culty T,Azzouzi AR,Bigot P

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We identified 40 patients (25 men and 15 women) who developed calculi composed totally or partially of sulfonamides (acetylsulfamethoxazole, sulfadiazine, and acetylsulfisoxazole) between 1980 and 1987. The incidence of sulfonamide stones is less than 1% of stones. Patient characteristics were determined from question...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Albala DM,Prien EL Jr,Galal HA

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Aims: To compare outcomes of monopolar vs bipolar transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) in the management of exclusively moderate-large volume prostatic hyperplasia in terms of maximum flow rate as a surrogate for clinical efficacy, duration of catheterization, ho...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Bruce A,Krishan A,Sadiq S,Ehsanullah SA,Khashaba S

更新日期：2020-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：:Five patients with major (Grade IV) renal trauma required ureteral stent placement to facilitate urinary drainage. Three of these patients had stents placed for recurrent gross hematuria with flank pain. All three had obstructing blood clots present at the time of stent placement. The fourth patient had a stent placed...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Haas CA,Reigle MD,Selzman AA,Elder JS,Spirnak JP

更新日期：1998-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has had a global impact on all aspects of health care, including surgical procedures. For urologists, it has affected and will continue to influence how we approach the care of patients preoperatively, intraoperatively, and postoperatively. A risk-benefit assessment of ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Steward JE,Kitley WR,Schmidt CM,Sundaram CP

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cryptorchidism is a common condition in boys. Approximately 20% of undescended testes are nonpalpable and may be located within the abdominal cavity. Given the potential of these gonads for malignant transformation and infertility, it is essential to determine the presence or absence of a nonpalpable testis....

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Godbole PP,Najmaldin AS

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the "body mass index" (BMI) (weight and length) of 12 flexible ureteroscopes (digital and fiber optic) along with the light cables and camera heads, to make the best use of our instruments. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Twelve different brand-new flexible ureteroscopes from four different manufacturers, al...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Proietti S,Somani B,Sofer M,Pietropaolo A,Rosso M,Saitta G,Gaboardi F,Traxer O,Giusti G

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Laparoscopic radical nephrectomy (LRN) has benefits in terms of cosmesis, less postoperative pain, hospital stay, and early recovery when compared with open radical nephrectomy. One of the major points of concern of this surgery, especially in developing countries, is the additional cost because ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Kumar A,Gupta NP,Hemal AK

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:No literature exists examining the risk factors for failure after robot-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty for ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO) in children. The goal of this study was to compare the success of robot-assisted pyeloplasty between UPJO kidneys with preoperative renal functio...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Grimsby GM,Jacobs MA,Gargollo PC

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The impact of drainage type after percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) on the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) has been rarely studied. We conducted a prospective randomized study to evaluate the differences in HRQoL among patients who received different drainage types. METHODS:A total of 90 patients who ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Jiang H,Huang D,Yao S,Liu S

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:To compare urinary stone size as measured by abdominal plain radiography (AXR) with stone size as measured by noncontrast three-dimensional spiral CT in patients with acute renal colic. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Patients presenting to the emergency room of a single institution with urinary stones tha...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Parsons JK,Lancini V,Shetye K,Regan F,Potter SR,Jarrett TW

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the clinical efficacy and safety of photoselective laser vaporization of the prostate (PVP) in the treatment of patients with acute urinary retention (AUR) secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). PATIENTS AND METHODS:Forty-two patients (mean age 72 +/- 5 years, range 65-89) with AUR because ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Fu WJ,Gao JP,Hong BF,Yang Y,Cai W,Zhang L

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The impact of intrafascial versus interfascial nerve sparing during radical prostatectomy on oncologic and postoperative outcome is still controversial. This manuscript compares the outcomes of intrafascial versus interfascial techniques of nerve sparing used during robot-assisted laparoscopic radical pros...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Potdevin L,Ercolani M,Jeong J,Kim IY

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The article entitled, "Mn-porphyrins as novel molecular MRI contrast agents" by Mouraviev et al., published online ahead of print on November 3, 2011 (DOI: 10.1089/end.2011.0133), in its unedited, uncorrected format, is being officially withdrawn from Journal of Endourology. This early version of the manuscript was no...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Clayman RV,Smith AD

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00