Minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy for simple and complex renal caliceal stones: a comparative analysis of more than 10,000 cases.

abstract：PURPOSE:To report the use of the hand-assisted laparoscopic (HAL) technique for removal of a horseshoe kidney in a patient with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). CASE REPORT:Hospital and outpatient records were reviewed for a 65-year-old man with end-stage renal disease secondary to ADPKD who under...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Hammontree LN,Passman CM

更新日期：2006-06-01 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：PURPOSE:Since the holmium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Ho:YAG) laser is the flexible lithotrite of choice for ureteral stones, its application to ureteral strictures associated with ureteral calculi is convenient. The results of Ho:YAG laser endoureterotomy in this specific setting have not been defined. We report our expe...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Gdor Y,Gabr AH,Faerber GJ,Roberts WW,Wolf JS Jr

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Histotripsy is a nonthermal, noninvasive, pulsed ultrasound technology that homogenizes tissue within the targeted volume. From previous experiments, it appeared that the resultant fibrotic response from histotripsy was limited compared with the typical tissue response seen after thermoablation. The object...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Darnell SE,Hall TL,Tomlins SA,Cheng X,Ives KA,Roberts WW

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We describe and evaluate a new transperineal laparoscopic approach for male patients, designed to facilitate laparoscopic prostatectomy and cystectomy. PATIENTS AND METHODS:We operated on 12 patients. We did three laparoscopic prostatectomies and nine laparoscopic cystectomies. On five, an ileal conduit was ma...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Sanchez-de-Badajoz E,Jimenez-Garrido A,Salvi M

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Pretreating the kidney with 100 low energy SWs with a time pause before delivering a clinical dose of SWs (Dornier HM-3, 2000 SWs, 24 kV, 120 SWs/min) has been shown to significantly reduce the size of the hemorrhagic lesion produced in that treated kidney, compared to a protocol without pretreatment. It has be...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Connors BA,Gardner A,Liu Z,Lingeman JE,Williams JC Jr

更新日期：2021-01-20 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：PURPOSE:To determine whether the overall ureteral flow through an obstructed ureter using the 3F MicroStent™ that uses a novel film occlusion anchoring mechanism is comparable to the flow using a conventional 3F and 4.7F Double-J stent. MATERIALS AND METHODS:An in vitro silicone ureter model and an ex vivo porcine uri...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Lange D,Hoag NA,Poh BK,Chew BH

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ureteral stents and nephrostomy tubes have been used extensively in urology. Attendant to their use are their associated morbidities, such as pain, infection, and encrustation. We review the literature on the subject of the encrusted stents and drainage catheters, discuss the risk factors for encrustation, and describ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Vanderbrink BA,Rastinehad AR,Ost MC,Smith AD

更新日期：2008-05-01 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：PURPOSE:To evaluate the suitability of a bioabsorbable stent as a partial internal catheter after percutaneous endopyelotomy in ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction therapy. PATIENT AND METHODS:The material for the helical spiral stents was a copolymer of polylactide and glycolide (PLGA; L:G ratio 80/20). The self...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Talja M,Multanen M,Välimaa T,Törmälä P

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To develop a preoperative prediction model using a computer-assisted volumetric assessment of potential spared parenchyma to estimate the probability of chronic kidney disease (CKD, estimated glomerular filtration rate [eGFR] <60 mL/min/1.73 m(2)) 6 months from extirpative renal surgery (nephron-sparing surgery...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Liss MA,DeConde R,Caovan D,Hofler J,Gabe M,Palazzi KL,Patel ND,Lee HJ,Ideker T,Van Poppel H,Karow D,Aertsen M,Casola G,Derweesh IH

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Laparoscopic nephrolysis was performed in an 81-year-old man with recurrent chyluria. A total of five trocars were used for approaching the lymphatic ducts over the right ureter and renal hilum. The lymphatic ducts identified were easily ligated under laparoscopic magnification. The recovery of this patient was quick ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Chiu AW,Chen MT,Chang LS

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Purpose: Photoselective vaporization of the prostate (PVP) with a 940-nm diode laser is an option for treating symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Here, we present our experience using this technology. Methods: ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Tanaka EY,Barbosa FT,Murta CB,Claro JF,Manzano JP

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Chronic unilateral hematuria is characterized by intermittent or continuous gross hematuria that cannot be diagnosed using standard radiology and hematology methods. In the past, it was managed with partial or total nephrectomy. In the age of minimally invasive procedures, however, endoscopy has ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Brito AH,Mazzucchi E,Vicentini FC,Danilovic A,Chedid Neto EA,Srougi M

更新日期：2009-08-01 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: How to quantify the impact of metabolic syndrome (MetS) on percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is unclear. We aimed to evaluate the quantified effect of the number of MetS components on the outcome of PCNL. Materials and Methods: ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Xu P,Wang J

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Helical CT has become the preferred method for imaging urinary calculi, and so it would be useful if data from helical CT could also be used to predict the number of shockwaves (SWs) needed to break a given stone. METHODS AND MATERIALS:We measured the number of SWs required to comminute calcium ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Saw KC,McAteer JA,Fineberg NS,Monga AG,Chua GT,Lingeman JE,Williams JC Jr

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Using ureterorenoscopes with unidirectional flow, the urologist faces a conflict between a good view on one hand and high pressure in the ureter and the pelvic collecting system of the kidney on the other hand. The ureterorenoscope designed by Gelet, which has continuous (bidirectional) flow and separate irrigation an...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Weber A,Michel MS,Krautschick AW,Köhrmann KU,Alken P

更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The Endockscope combines a smartphone, a battery powered flashlight and a fiberoptic cystoscope allowing for mobile videocystoscopy. We compared conventional videocystoscopy with the Endockscope paired with next generation smartphones in an ex-vivo porcine bladder to evaluate its image quality. MATERIALS ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Tse C,Patel RM,Yoon R,Okhunov Z,Landman J,Clayman RV

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We evaluated whether epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a main constituent of green tea polyphenols, could protect against cellular toxicity by oxalate and whether green tea supplementation attenuates the development of nephrolithiasis in an animal model. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Cells of the NRK-52E line were incu...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Jeong BC,Kim BS,Kim JI,Kim HH

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Standard laparoscopic surgery requires maintenance of the working cavity by continual carbon dioxide insufflation and exaggerated Trendelenburg positioning. Both cardiopulmonary and metabolic adverse effects may result from these maneuvers, which may be avoided by a gasless approach to laparoscopic surgery. We investi...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Hirsch IH,Moreno JG,Lotfi MA,Gomella LG

更新日期：1995-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It is well accepted that identification and control of the adrenal vein is a critical step in laparoscopic adrenalectomy. The surgical and anatomic literature propagates the notion of a dominant or multiple dominant adrenal arteries that should likewise be controlled during surgical extirpation. MATERIALS A...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Joel AB,Rubenstein JN,Arredondo S,Meng MV,Duh QY,Stoller ML

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

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：PURPOSE:To demonstrate the safety and efficacy of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) for management of large renal stones between single-functioning kidney and double-kidney patients. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Thirty single-functioning kidneys and 30 double-kidney patients with a mean age of 38.5 (±15.6) years in the sing...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Basiri A,Shabaninia S,Mir A,Soltani MH

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We evaluated the collagen content and differentiation of the ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) of patients who underwent Anderson-Hynes dismembered pyeloplasty after failure of antegrade endopyelotomy. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A total of 12 UPJ obstructions were examined more than 12 months after endopyelotomy with bo...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Sergi F,Flammia GP,Alcini A,Perrone G,Guaglianone S,Forastiere E,Rabitti C,Gallucci M

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess the prevalence of preoperative anemia and the impact of preoperative anemia and blood transfusion requirement on 30- and 90-day complications in a cohort of patients undergoing robot-assisted radical cystectomy with intracorporeal urinary diversion (iRARC). PATIENTS AND METHODS:IRARC was performed...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Tan WS,Lamb BW,Khetrapal P,Tan MY,Tan ME,Sridhar A,Cervi E,Rodney S,Busuttil G,Nathan S,Hines J,Shaw G,Mohammed A,Baker H,Briggs TP,Klein A,Richards T,Kelly JD

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Comprehensive metabolic evaluation has become an important aspect of the management of recurrent nephrolithiasis, yet the role of stone analysis is often neglected or perhaps underestimated. The purpose of this study was to determine the role of stone analysis in medical decision making in patien...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Kourambas J,Aslan P,Teh CL,Mathias BJ,Preminger GM

更新日期：2001-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine the extent to which radiologists and urologists can predict histology using multiphasic CT imaging. METHODS:Patients with a preoperative multiphasic CT undergoing surgery for a renal mass were identified between 2003 and 2013. Tumors >10 cm, locally advanced or metastatic disease, and patients man...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Monn MF,Gellhaus PT,Patel AA,Masterson TA,Tann M,Boris RS

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Gaining access to the pyelocaliceal system in percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is routinely performed using fluoroscopic guidance with the patient in a prone position. We compared ultrasonography-guided access for PCNL with the patient in the flank position with conventional fluoroscopy-guided...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Karami H,Rezaei A,Mohammadhosseini M,Javanmard B,Mazloomfard M,Lotfi B

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00