Anatomic partial nephrectomy: technique evolution.

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Tissue engineering is a rapidly advancing technology that is shifting from the laboratory to urological practice. The review explores recent developments and considers the relationship to existing treatments. RECENT FINDINGS:Different strategies to generate transplantable tissue grafts in vitro and h...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Wood D,Southgate J

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Transurethral resection of prostate is the gold standard for the surgical management of benign prostate hyperplasia. Bipolar devices allow transurethral resection of prostate with saline irrigation, which lessens water intoxication and negates the need for diathermy pad and unwanted stimulation of the...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Ho HS,Cheng CW

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Urethrovaginal fistulae are a rare condition. It is a conceptual mistake to consider urethrovaginal fistulae to be synonymous with vesicovaginal fistulae. Urethrovaginal fistulae are a different entity requiring special attention and treatment. Due to the wide variety and individuality of the clinical...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Pushkar DY,Sumerova NM,Kasyan GR

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Secondary data analysis has become increasingly common in health services research, specifically comparative effectiveness research. While a comprehensive study of the techniques and methods for secondary data analysis is a wide-ranging topic, we sought to perform a descriptive study of some key metho...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Cole AP,Trinh QD

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:We outline a generic approach to using a nomogram to predict a continuous probability of failure in high-risk patients (rather than putting patients into groups), in order to identify patients whose risk exceeds a cutoff point. We discuss the goals of any staging system, what markers should be include...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Kattan MW

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In this review, we highlight the use of clinical registries for quality improvement and research purposes in urology. We focus on national and regional clinical database registries, such as the National Surgical Quality Improvement Programme, the Cancer of the Prostate Strategic Urologic Research Ende...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Tyson MD,Barocas DA

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Radical cystectomy with pelvic lymph node dissection (PLND) is the preferred treatment for invasive bladder cancer. It not only results in the best disease-free term survival rates, but also provides the most accurate disease staging and most effective local symptom control. Recent investigations have...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Dorin RP,Skinner EC

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To evaluate and present the evidence for the use of different investigation modalities in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia/lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in 2014. RECENT FINDINGS:Cystometry remains the gold standard in differentiating obstructed from nonobstructed men with LUTS. Prostatic u...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Mangera A,Chapple C

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To summarize pathologic features of low-volume, low-risk prostate cancer relevant to the development of patient selection criteria and treatment strategies for focal therapy of prostate cancer, as an alternative to whole-gland radical treatments. RECENT FINDINGS:Prostate cancer characteristically pre...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Mouraviev V,Madden JF

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE-5) inhibitors are established as first-line therapy in erectile dysfunction. There is emerging evidence that they may have a role in treating patients with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) from benign prostatic hypertrophy. RECENT FINDINGS:All three commonly used PDE-5 inh...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Wong P,Lawrentschuk N,Bolton DM

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Techniques that are aimed at regeneration of human tissues and organs (tissue engineering) have recently entered into clinical practice. Tissue engineering is currently among the fastest growing areas in medicine, and involves the application of the principles of biology and engineering to the development of functiona...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Gustafson CJ,Kratz G

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aim of this article is to look into recent updates on the management of neurogenic stress urinary incontinence (NSUI) in adult females. RECENT FINDINGS:Recently, a small number of studies have investigated different surgical modalities in treatment of NSUI in adult females including artificial ur...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Farag F,Doherty R,Arlandis S

更新日期：2020-07-01 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:To summarize the recent literature on the topic of residual stone fragments in particular novel developments in this field. RECENT FINDINGS:The urological position towards residual fragments has shifted in recent years from observation, to active retrieval with innovative methods, to algorithm-based ...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Suarez-Ibarrola R,Hein S,Miernik A

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Metastatic or unresectable urothelial cancer of the urinary bladder has traditionally been treated with systemic chemotherapy, which is most often platinum-based. The long-term survival data and the associated toxicities from this form of therapy have spurred continuing interest in finding novel treat...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Chee KG,Cambio A,Lara PN Jr

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Patients who undergo urinary tract diversion are at an increased risk of urolithiasis for various reasons. The purpose of this article is to provide an up-to-date summary of the progress that has been made in the pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of stones in patients with urinary diversions. Fina...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Beiko DT,Razvi H

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Robotic surgery for ureteropelvic junction obstruction is an evolving technique. We review the current literature related to this technique and discuss the current technique and outcomes of robotic pyeloplasty. RECENT FINDINGS:Recent advances in robotic-assisted surgery have allowed the successful co...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Lee RS,Borer JG

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:A public health emergency has been declared in response to rising opioid addiction and opioid-related deaths in the United States. As kidney stones have been identified as an important source of initial and repeated opioid exposures, this review seeks to describe the scope of the problem and report re...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Krughoff K,Pais VM Jr

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Cytoreductive nephrectomy has an established role in management of metastatic renal cell carcinoma when performed in properly selected patients prior to administration of systemic cytokine therapy. Within the past several years, novel molecular targeted agents have not only revolutionized management o...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Margulis V,Matin SF,Wood CG

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Overactive bladder affects 10-12% of men, of which 13% are refractory to medical therapy and seek second-line treatment. This places a substantial clinical and economic burden on the National Health Service United Kingdom. RECENT FINDINGS:This review identifies current evidence for the use of onabotu...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Rashid TG,Ockrim JL

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent developments in renal magnetic resonance angiography have led to a significant improvement in the technical success rate and diagnostic accuracy of the methods. Specifically, three-dimensional contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance angiography methods have been shown to provide a more reliable depiction of renal ...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Grist TM

更新日期：1998-03-01 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

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The role of lymph node dissection (LND) is uncertain for patients diagnosed with renal cell carcinoma (RCC). The aim of the current review is to discuss the available literature considering the role and the impact of LND in RCC patients elected for surgical treatment. Controversies, uncertainties as w...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Moschini M,Dell'Oglio P,Larcher A,Capitanio U

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe and critically discuss the most recent evidence regarding stone management during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and post-COVID-19 era. RECENT FINDINGS:There is a need to plan for resuming the normal elective stone surgery in the post-COVID era, keeping a clear record of all surg...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Proietti S,Basulto-Martinez M,Pavia MP,Luciani L,Gaboardi F,Giusti G

更新日期：2021-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:A large number of related articles published within the last year were reviewed. Different types of intracorporeal lithotripter devices were compared according to their advantages, disadvantages, efficacy, safety and clinical applications. General directions of future developments are discussed. RECE...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Leveillee RJ,Lobik L

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Surgical training has dramatically changed over the last decade. It has become not only the way to prepare surgeons for their everyday work, but also a way to certify their skills thus increasing patient safety. This article reviews advances in the use of machine learning and artificial intelligence a...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Veneziano D,Cacciamani G,Rivas JG,Marino N,Somani BK

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The pace of technology development with single-use endoscopy has led to a range of disposable ureteroscopes. We review the development of single-use scopes, deconstruct the basic design and functional characteristics of available devices, and discuss future directions for next-generation platforms. R...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Bahaee J,Plott J,Ghani KR

更新日期：2021-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The indications for ureteroscopic lithotripsy have increased with endoscope miniaturization and powerful, precise endoscopic lithotrites like the holmium: yttrium-aluminum-garnet laser. Successful ureteropyeloscopic treatment with the currently available instrumentation and techniques is independent of the size, compo...

journal_title：Current opinion in urology

authors： Grasso M 3rd

更新日期：1999-07-01 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