Serial carcinoembryonic antigen assays in patients with metastatic carcinoma of prostate being treated with chemotherapy.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare surgical and functional results of both surgical approaches to endoscopic partial nephrectomy. It is currently performed either by the transperitoneal (t) or the retroperitoneal (r) approach. METHODS:This was a retrospective, matched-pair comparison of 105 patients who underwent either transperit...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Marszalek M,Chromecki T,Al-Ali BM,Meixl H,Madersbacher S,Jeschke K,Pummer K,Zigeuner R

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The literature on epidermoid cyst of the testis is reviewed, and 2 additional cases are presented. Etiology and pathology of the disease are discussed. Our review revealed that 85 per cent of patients have undergone orchiectomy for this benign disease. Diagnostic characteristics of this lesion are emphasized so that i...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Gonzalez BL,Ross LS

更新日期：1977-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the efficacy of imidafenacin for nocturia and nocturnal polyuria in patients with overactive bladder. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A stratified analysis was conducted on data from a phase III randomized, double-blind, controlled trial of imidafenacin performed at 158 centers in Japan. The subjects recei...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Yokoyama O,Homma Y,Yamaguchi O

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the effect of the learning curve for the hybrid technique of retroperitoneoscopic living donor nephrectomy (RDN) on donor and recipient outcomes. METHODS:We retrospectively reviewed 120 consecutive patients who underwent RDN, performed by a laparoscopic surgeon, at Sendai Shakaihoken Hospital bet...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Tokodai K,Takayama T,Amada N,Haga I,Nakamura A,Kashiwadate T

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To detect and isolate disseminated prostate cancer cells because significant effort has been directed toward defining the characteristics of the primary tumor that predict progression, but little progress has been made on evaluating the disseminated prostate cancer cell. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) rever...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Ellis WJ,Pfitzenmaier J,Colli J,Arfman E,Lange PH,Vessella RL

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Placenta percreta is a rare complication of pregnancy in which the chorionic villi penetrate through the myometrium causing uterine rupture and life-threatening hemorrhage. Bladder invasion by the villi is unusual and may be associated with hematuria and low abdominal pain during midterm pregnancy. ...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Smith CS,Ferrara LP

更新日期：1992-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To retrospectively evaluate the clinical outcomes of 20 patients diagnosed with a nonpalpable or small testicular mass (2 cm) at 2 academic urological department. Testis-sparing surgery (TSS) is currently performed routinely for the management of nonpalpable testicular masses. High reliability of frozen secti...

journal_title：Urology

authors： De Stefani S,Isgrò G,Varca V,Pecchi A,Bianchi G,Carmignani G,Derchi LE,Micali S,Maccio L,Simonato A

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the qualitative and quantitative changes on prostate multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI) following partial gland ablation (PGA) with cryotherapy and correlate with histopathology. METHODS:We used 3D Slicer to generate prostate models and segment ipsilateral (treated) and contralatera...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Al Hussein Al Awamlh B,Margolis DJ,Gross MD,Natarajan S,Priester A,Hectors S,Ma X,Mosquera JM,Liao J,Hu JC

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate the effectiveness and morbidity of percutaneous laser endoureterotomy in the management of ureterointestinal anastomotic strictures after radical cystectomy and urinary diversion. METHODS:Between May 1997 and August 2000, 19 percutaneous endoureterotomy incisions, including 3 repeated incisio...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Laven BA,O'Connor RC,Steinberg GD,Gerber GS

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Smooth muscle tone in the enlarged prostate is directly related to stimulation of the alpha-adrenergic receptors present in prostatic tissue. Variations in tone produce corresponding alterations in the degree of prostatic obstruction. Such variations can explain the spontaneous symptomatic variations seen clinically i...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Caine M

更新日期：1988-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One hundred patients with surgical Stage D1 (TXN + M0) adenocarcinoma of the prostate underwent pelvic lymphadenectomy and radical retropubic prostatectomy and were followed up for one-half to fifteen and one-half years. Forty-eight patients received "adjuvant" hormonal or radiation (or both) treatment; all patients w...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Zincke H,Utz DC

更新日期：1984-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate performance characteristics and optics of a novel dual-working channel fiberoptic ureteroscope (Wolf Cobra) with 2 single-channel fiberoptic ureteroscopes and to a single-channel distal sensor standard definition digital ureteroscope URF-V (SD-DS). METHODS:Four new ureteroscopes (Cobra, Viper, X(...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Lusch A,Okhunov Z,del Junco M,Yoon R,Khanipour R,Menhadji A,Landman J

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To test the association between metabolic syndrome (MetS) and its components (high blood pressure, body mass index [BMI]  ≥ 30, altered fasting glucose, low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol and high triglycerides) on perioperative outcomes after partial nephrectomy (PN). METHODS:Within the National Inpat...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Luzzago S,Palumbo C,Rosiello G,Pecoraro A,Deuker M,Stolzenbach F,Mistretta FA,Tian Z,Musi G,Montanari E,Shariat SF,Saad F,Briganti A,de Cobelli O,Karakiewicz PI

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Visual laser ablation of the prostate (VLAP) is a relatively new option for relief of urinary outlet obstruction secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia. There is currently no consensus regarding the optimum use of antibiotic prophylaxis in VLAP. This study was designed to evaluate two dosage regimens of a...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Costa FJ

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Erdheim-Chester disease is a rare systemic non-Langerhans cell histiocytosis. We report the first case of surgical treatment of severe compression of renal parenchyma by retroperitoneal masses in a 61-year-old male patient with progressing renal failure. After 3 years of follow-up, we have concluded that the open surg...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Wimpissinger TF,Schernthaner G,Feichtinger H,Stackl W

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Testicular tumors are found in approximately 2 per 100,000 population. An extremely rare occurrence of synchronous testicular tumor in identical twins is presented. A complete review of the world literature with regard to testes tumors in brothers and twins is also given. ...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Levey S,Grabstald H

更新日期：1975-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the effects of prednisone on prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in a cohort of patients with "hormone-refractory" prostate cancer. METHODS:Data were collected from 29 consecutive patients with hormone-refractory progressive prostate cancer who were treated with 10 mg of prednisone orally two times ...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Sartor O,Weinberger M,Moore A,Li A,Figg WD

更新日期：1998-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hematuria and proteinuria have been noted in athletes after heavy exercise. Evaluation of 383 marathoners after a 26-mile, 385-yard run revealed hematuria in 17 per cent and proteinuria in 30 per cent. These abnormalities were not related to sex. The condition is transient and appears to be benign. A diagnostic approa...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Boileau M,Fuchs E,Barry JM,Hodges CV

更新日期：1980-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the effect of extracorporeal magnetic innervation (ExMI) therapy in children with refractory monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis (MNE). METHODS:A total of 55 children (34 boys and 21 girls, median age 8.0 years, range 5 to 13) who wetted the bed more than twice per week because of MNE that was re...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Kang SH,Bae JH,Shim KS,Park HS,Cheon J,Lee JG,Yoon DK,Kim JJ,Moon du G

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To survey variations in recommended initial management of newborn spina bifida (SB). METHODS:Members of an international pediatric urology ListServe and of the Pediatric Urology Nurse Specialists organization were surveyed on practice patterns for newborn SB. Pediatric urologists, nurse practitioners, and ph...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Lodwick D,Asti L,Deans K,Minneci P,McLeod D

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Various parasympathomimetic drugs are discussed, including the choline esters, bethanechol, carbachol, methacholine chloride, and furtrethonium. Other cholinomimetic agents include muscarine, muscarone, arecholine, and pilocarpine. Anticholinesterase agents inhibit or inactivate acetylcholinesterase enzyme and thus re...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Finkbeiner AE,Bissada NK,Welch LT

更新日期：1977-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the morbidity, mortality, and impact on quality of life and renal function after laparoscopic cystectomy and ileal conduit in patients with multiple sclerosis with lower urinary tract symptom refractory to conservative management. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A prospective study was conducted between Febr...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Guillotreau J,Panicker JN,Castel-Lacanal E,Viala F,Roumiguié M,Malavaud B,Marque P,Clanet M,Rischmann P,Gamé X

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent advances in the understanding of the pathogenesis, behavior, and molecular biology of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) have paved the way for developments that may enhance early diagnosis, better predict prognosis, and improve survival. Reliable predictive factors are essential for the stratification of patients into...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Lam JS,Leppert JT,Figlin RA,Belldegrun AS

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate the factors affecting desmopressin response and relapse rates in an adult male population with monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis (MNE). Nocturnal enuresis is a frequent heterogeneous condition, which is genetically complex in nature. METHODS:Between September 2007 and January 2009, a total o...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Burgu B,Gökce MI,Gücük A,Soygür T

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To conduct a prospective study to examine whether there are pretreatment and post-treatment disparities in urinary, sexual, and bowel quality of life (QOL) by race or ethnicity, education, or income in men with clinically localized prostate cancer (PCa.) METHODS: Participants (N = 1508; 81% white; 12% black; ...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Orom H,Biddle C,Underwood W 3rd,Homish GG,Olsson CA

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To review the incidence of defunctionalized bladder-related complications in patients who have had a supravesical urinary diversion for intractable urinary incontinence without concomitant cystectomy. MATERIALS AND METHODS:We retrospectively analyzed the records of patients requiring urinary diversion for in...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Lawrence A,Hu B,Lee O,Stone A

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To report on results from a new tele-urology pathway for managing hematuria consults, including a survey of patient attitudes and satisfaction with such a program. Recent guideline changes have relaxed the definition of microscopic hematuria and may have significantly increased the number of hematuria evaluat...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Safir IJ,Gabale S,David SA,Huang JH,Gerhard RS,Pearl J,Lorentz CA,Baumgardner J,Filson CP,Issa MM

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the exact anatomical structure for establishing penile veno-occlusive function, we sought to conduct a hemodynamic study on defrosted human cadavers. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Thirteen penises were used for this experiment, and 11 intact penises were allocated into the electrocautery group (EG, n = ...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Hsieh CH,Huang YP,Tsai MH,Chen HS,Huang PC,Lin CW,Hsu GL

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the case of Kock pouch incontinence resulting from perforation of the efferent nipple valve by an unsuccessful catheterization attempt in a patient with a spinal cord injury. Continence was reestablished by surgical revision. ...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Pannek J,Holz A,Pastor J

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Large-burden bladder stones often require percutaneous cystolithotomy or an open procedure. These approaches may not be feasible in certain patients who are at increased risk of operative complications. We present a novel technique for transurethral cystolitholapaxy using Amplatz sheath in the male urethra. ...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Okeke Z,Shabsigh A,Gupta M

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00