The Acceptable Criterion of Stone Burden and the Significant Factors to Choose Retrograde Intrarenal Stone Surgery or Miniaturized Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy for the Treatment of Renal Stones >10 mm.

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Routine imaging following ureteroscopy for treatment of renal/ureteral calculi continues to be a topic of debate. However, with the increasing focus on healthcare costs and quality, judicious use of diagnostic imaging to optimize outcomes while minimizing resource utilization is a priority. We so...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Omar M,Chaparala H,Monga M,Sivalingam S

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare the efficacy of extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (SWL) in patients with radiopaque and radiolucent ureteral calculi. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Between September 2001 and August 2002, a total of 113 consecutive patients with ureteral calculi (58 radiopaque [Group 1], 55 radiolucent [Group 2]) were tre...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Cimentepe E,Unsal A,Saglam R,Balbay MD

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Objective: To evaluate the safety of irreversible electroporation (IRE) for renal ablation adjacent to the ureter or bowel. Materials and Methods: Six adult pigs each underwent bilateral IRE of the kidney. To simulate adjacence...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Sorokin I,Canvasser N,Johnson B,Lucas E,Cadeddu JA

更新日期：2020-12-17 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Double-J stents revolutionized the minimally invasive management of ureteral strictures, but have significant morbidity. We compare stent-related symptoms and quality of life between a conventional Double-J stent and a novel thermoexpandable metal segmental ureteral stent (Memokath) in patients with ureter...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Maan Z,Patel D,Moraitis K,El-Husseiny T,Papatsoris AG,Buchholz NP,Masood J

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Purpose: To conduct a randomized, controlled, multicenter study that could compare the efficacy and stent-related symptom scores between 5F and 6F ureteral stents after ureteroscopic lithotripsy (URS). Materials and Methods: Fr...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Kim BS,Choi JY,Jung W

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We developed minimal incision-assisted retroperitoneoscopic surgery (MARP) in an attempt to pursue optimized patient-related benefits. We evaluated the clinical value of MARP for upper urinary tract diseases compared with pure retroperitoneoscopic surgery (PRPS). PATIENTS AND METHODS:Between January 2003 an...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Ye Z,Xi Q,Wang S,Liu J,Song X,Yu X

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Complications from laparoscopically placed staples are rare. We present two patients with ureteral obstruction secondary to eroded staples. Each patient had a remote history of laparoscopic abdominal or pelvic surgery and was treated with endoscopic removal and short-term ureteral stenting. The clinical presentation a...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Smith AL,Van Arsdalen K

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although more than a decade of experience with laparoscopic radical nephrectomy indicates it is an alternative to open surgery for localized renal-cell carcinoma (RCC), the long-term oncologic effectiveness of this procedure remains to be established. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A thorough MEDLINE and PubMed lite...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Permpongkosol S,Chan DY,Link RE,Jarrett TW,Kavoussi LR

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine whether day-case surgery (DS) laparoscopic pyeloplasty (LP) is feasible and safe. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Thirty-two consecutive patients, planned for DS LP between March 2006 and January 2010 at a single urologic center, were enrolled in this retrospective observational study. Every patient underwen...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Ilie CP,Luscombe CJ,Smith I,Boddy J,Mischianu D,Golash A

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We analyzed long-term results after percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) in patients with impaired renal function. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Nineteen (6.3%) of 300 patients who underwent PCNL had serum creatinine values above 1.4 mg/dL before surgery and were considered to have impaired renal function. Success rate ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Kuzgunbay B,Gul U,Turunc T,Egilmez T,Ozkardes H,Yaycioglu O

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Partial or complete obstruction of the urinary tract is a common and challenging urological condition that may occur in patients of any age. Serum creatinine is the most commonly used method to evaluate global renal function, although it has low sensitivity for early changes in the glomerular filtration ra...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Olvera-Posada D,Dayarathna T,Dion M,Alenezi H,Sener A,Denstedt JD,Pautler SE,Razvi H

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Aim: We sought to compare the outcomes of patients who underwent an open vs robotic ureteroneocystostomy for ureteral obstruction. Methods: Retrospective review was performed on adult patients who underwent primary ureteroneocy...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Skupin PA,Stoffel JT,Malaeb BS,Barboglio-Romo P,Ambani SN

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study evaluates the feasibility, perioperative, and renal functional outcomes with total, selective, and nonarterial clamping techniques during minimally invasive partial nephrectomy. METHODS:A retrospective review of laparoscopic and robot-assisted partial nephrectomies by a single surgeon from January 2...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Martin GL,Warner JN,Nateras RN,Andrews PE,Humphreys MR,Castle EP

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Because it is still a puzzling debate whether ligation of a unilateral varicose spermatic vein is worth performing by laparoscopy, even with the two-port technique, we conducted a study in which 280 patients with palpable left varicoceles were treated with spermatic vein ligation either by open surgery (120 patients) ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Mandressi A,Buizza C,Antonelli D,Chisena S

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Clinical and surgical factors predict renal function decline after laparoscopic partial nephrectomy (LPN). Additional histopathologic predictors may be found in the specimen's nonneoplastic tissue but were not studied. This study investigated the significance of histologic findings in addition to...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Lifshitz DA,Shikanov SA,Razmaria AA,Eggener SE,Liao C,Chang A,Shalhav AL

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with large median prostate lobes undergoing robot-assisted radical prostatectomy are at potential risk of ureteric orifice injury, during posterior bladder neck transection and vesicourethral anastomosis reconstruction. We describe our technique of in situ robot-assisted ureteral stenting with double-pigtail ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： El Douaihy Y,Tan GY,Dorsey PJ,Jhaveri JK,Tewari AK

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT) is the standard of care for initial bladder tumor management. In response to its shortcomings, we propose an alternative technique for tumor resection and retrieval: The endoscopic snare resection of bladder tumor (ESRBT). Eleven tumors managed by ESRBT were reviewed re...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Maurice MJ,Vricella GJ,MacLennan G,Buehner P,Ponsky LE

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We describe a technique for safely accessing an upper pole calix through a 9th or 10th intercostal puncture. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A 9th or 10th intercostal access was used for percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) in nine patients. Thoracoscopy via the 5th or 6th intercostal space was used to ensure safe passage...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Finelli A,Honey RJ

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The recent evolution of actively deflectable, flexible endoscopes has included the flexible cystoscope. Improvements in optics, deflectability, and the size of the outer sheath and working channel have been accomplished. A superior flexible cystoscope is one with an outer sheath of 16F or less and working channel larg...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Grasso M,Beaghler M,Bagley DH,Strup S

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Ascertaining the optimal depth of dilator progression is a crucial factor during tract dilation in percutaneous nephrolithotomy. Dilation is generally guided under fluoroscopy, ultrasonography, or combination of both techniques, and it is still difficult to prevent overdilation causing perforatio...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Shah AK,Xu K,Liu H,Lin T,Xie K,Huang H,Han J,Fan X,Chen J,Huang J

更新日期：2013-07-01 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：:Radical nephroureterectomy, including en bloc excision of the ureter with a bladder cuff, is the standard treatment for upper tract transitional-cell carcinoma (TCC). This procedure requires either a flank and lower abdominal incision or an extended flank incision. Laparoscopic surgery for TCC has been used at several...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Kaouk JH,Savage SJ,Gill IS

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Percutaneous nephrolithotomy for staghorn calculi is reported to have a residual stone rate of 28%, while shockwave lithotripsy alone results in residual stones in approximately 50% of cases. Combination therapy, sandwich therapy, and multiple percutaneous accesses have also been advocated for st...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Wong C,Leveillee RJ

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The lateral repair is an accepted method for the reconstitution of paravaginal defects. Several open or vaginal approaches have been described, but there is still a deficit of reproducible laparoscopic approaches. Thus, only a few clinics perform the laparoscopic approach although it offers several advantages compared...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Banerjee C,Noé KG

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Objective: To assess the safety and efficacy of a novel vacuum-assisted access sheath (VAAS) in minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy (MPCNL). Materials and Methods: Seventy-five consecutive patients with single renal...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Lai D,Chen M,Sheng M,Liu Y,Xu G,He Y,Li X

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We developed a genitourinary skills training (GUST) curriculum for incoming third year medical students (MS3) and performed a follow-up study of comfort with and utilization of these skills. MATERIALS AND METHODS:GUST consisted of a didactic lecture followed by skills sessions including standardized patient te...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Kaplan AG,Abdelshehid CS,Alipanah N,Zamansani T,Lee J,Kolla SB,Sountoulides PG,Graversen J,Lusch A,Kaufmann OG,Louie M,Clayman RV,McDougall EM

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The correct length of a ureteral stent is important in minimizing postplacement discomfort and stent migration. We describe and validate a method to accurately measure the ureteral length. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The ureteral length in 48 patients undergoing ureteral stent placement for urolithiasis was measured...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Shrewsberry AB,Al-Qassab U,Goodman M,Petros JA,Sullivan JW,Ritenour CW,Issa MM

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Retrograde ureteroscopic marsupialization is a pure natural orifice translumenal endoscopic surgery (NOTES). We retrospectively examined the feasibility and safety of this technique to manage symptomatic simple renal cysts. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Sixteen patients with simple renal cysts were selec...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Li EC,Hou JQ,Yang LB,Yuan HX,Hang LH,Alagirisamy KK,Li DP,Wang XP

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Extravesical robotic-assisted laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation in children is a challenging procedure. Our top-down suturing technique facilitates this reconstructive surgery. After mobilization of the ureter without the use of ureteral stent placement, the detrusor muscle is divided. Once adequate muscle flaps ar...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Silay MS,Baek M,Koh CJ

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to assess the extent of the increased intracranial pressure (ICP) resulting from CO2 pneumoperitoneum and steep Trendelenburg positioning using ultrasonographic measurement of optic nerve sheath diameter (ONSD) in patients undergoing robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectom...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Kim MS,Bai SJ,Lee JR,Choi YD,Kim YJ,Choi SH

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00