Two Weeks Too Long: Optimal Duration for Ureteral Prestenting and Its Physiologic Effects on the Ureter in a Yorkshire-Landrace Pig Model.

abstract：: Introduction and Objectives: After transurethral prostatectomy, erectile dysfunction and ejaculatory dysfunction are significant concerns for patients. We compared ejaculatory hood-sparing technique in patients who underwent photoselective vaporization of the prostate usin...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Kini M,Te AE,Kashanian JA,Kaplan S,Chughtai B

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Secondary vesicoureteral reflux (SVUR) after renal transplantation may cause recurrent urinary-tract infections (UTI) and loss of renal function. There are only a few reports on the endoscopic treatment of SVUR by transurethral injection therapy. This is the first report of transurethral injectio...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Seifert HH,Mazzola B,Ruszat R,Muller A,Steiger J,Bachmann A,Sulser T

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We established a new strategy for nonpalpable testis, including intra-abdominal testis, testicular nubbins, and intracanalicular testis, to correct these conditions by laparoscopic procedures. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Of the 53 boys (mean age, 24.5 months), nonpalpable testis was on the right side in 13, on the le...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Kojima Y,Mizuno K,Kamisawa H,Kato T,Kohri K,Hayashi Y

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair has become a frequently performed procedure. It is thus inevitable that some candidates for radical prostatectomy for prostatic carcinoma will have undergone such previous intervention. Mesh placement in the space of Retzius as performed in laparoscopic hernia ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Haifler M,Benjamin B,Ghinea R,Avital S

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the efficacy of doxazosin in inducing spontaneous passage of stones in the distal ureter and to compare its efficacy according to the size of the stone. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Seventy-three patients with a mean age of 46.38 +/- 10.17 years who presented with a distal-ureteral stone were divided into ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Liatsikos EN,Katsakiori PF,Assimakopoulos K,Voudoukis T,Kallidonis P,Constantinides C,Athanasopoulos A,Stolzenburg JU,Perimenis P

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Large bladder calculi are often outside the range of treatment with conventional endoscopic lithotrites because of either anatomic factors or the mechanical limits of available instruments. Alternative methods of cystolithotripsy: ultrasonic, electrohydraulic, or laser, can prove time-consuming or even hazardous, so t...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Husain I,el-Faqih SR,Shamsuddin AB,Atassi R

更新日期：1994-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 2005 we reported in this journal the treatment of cystic nephroma, a rare but presumed benign renal tumor, with percutaneous resection. Initial follow-up confirmed removal of the intra-pelvic portion of the cystic nephroma and persistence of the unresected intra-parenchymal portion. Surveillance with computed tomog...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Wolf JS Jr,Dash A

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine if patients with pathological, medical renal disease, defined as evidence of pathological abnormalities indicative of renal damage in the non-neoplastic partial nephrectomy specimens, have worsened functional outcomes following robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RPN). MATERIALS AND METHODS:Sixt...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Mobley JM,Kim EH,Larson JA,Figenshau RS,Vetter JM,Johnson MH,Bhayani SB

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Magnesium (Mg(2+)) has been shown to be a kidney stone inhibitor; however, the exact mechanism of its effect is unknown. Using theoretical models, the interactions of calcium and oxalate were examined in the presence of Mg(2+). METHODS:Molecular dynamics simulations were performed with NAMD and ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Riley JM,Kim H,Averch TD,Kim HJ

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Large stone burden can be treated ureteroscopically, but the treatment often requires more than one procedure. Placement of a preoperative stent may theoretically enhance stone clearance by dilating the ureter to facilitate both access and stone removal. This study determines the impact of stent placement befor...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Chu L,Sternberg KM,Averch TD

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Published outcomes of pelvic lymph node dissection (PLND) during robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy (RALP) demonstrate significant variability. The purpose of the study was to compare PLND outcomes in patients at risk for lymph node involvement (LNI) who were undergoing radical prostatecto...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Silberstein JL,Vickers AJ,Power NE,Parra RO,Coleman JA,Pinochet R,Touijer KA,Scardino PT,Eastham JA,Laudone VP

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Renal excursion during breathing is inevitable and is a cause of poor localization during extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy (SWL), which in theory might lead to poor treatment results. Eighty-one patients underwent lithotripsy treatment with and without the use of an image enhancement system designed for use with ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Dawson C,Corry DA,Bowsher WG,Nockler IB,Whitfield HN

更新日期：1996-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Holmium:YAG lithotripsy of uric acid calculi produces cyanide. The laser and stone parameters required to produce cyanide are poorly defined. In this study, we tested the hypotheses that cyanide production: (1) varies with holmium:YAG power settings; (2) varies among holmium:YAG, pulsed-dye, and ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Corbin NS,Teichman JM,Nguyen T,Glickman RD,Rihbany L,Pearle MS,Bishoff JT

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Laparoscopic pyeloplasty represents one of the more advanced reconstructive procedures for the urologist. While early reports were replete with long operative times, there have been several changes that have added to the efficiency of the procedure. In our practice, we have found three changes to be of greatest value:...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Eichel L,Khonsari S,Lee DI,Basillote J,Shanberg A,Duel B,McDougall EM,Clayman RV

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:As life expectancy continues to increase, we will be faced with the need to counsel older patients on the risks and benefits of undergoing surgery. It is clear that laparoscopic renal surgery has significant benefits over open renal surgery. However, contemporary data on whether these benefits ca...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Lai FC,Kau EL,Ng CS,Fuchs GJ

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Robot-assisted partial nephrectomy has emerged as a viable surgical treatment for patients with certain renal tumors. We hypothesized that extirpation of more complex tumors, as graded with the nephrometry score, would result in worse operative and postoperative outcomes when compared with tumors...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Mufarrij PW,Krane LS,Rajamahanty S,Hemal AK

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Development of flexible renoureteroscopy had a significant impact on the diagnosis and management of upper urinary tract pathology. The aim of our study was to compare the performances of a fiberoptic flexible ureteroscope (FFU) with those of a digital flexible ureteroscope (DFU). MATERIAL AND M...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Multescu R,Geavlete B,Georgescu D,Geavlete P

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The identification of calcium-binding proteins in urine and kidney stones has led to a closer look at the role of matrix proteins in urolithiasis. We analyzed five struvite stones for protein content and identified two bands (8 and 14 KDa) that were confirmed by gel electrophoresis and amino acid sequencing to be calg...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Bennett J,Dretler SP,Selengut J,Orme-Johnson WH

更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Long-term treatment of patients undergoing definitive management of a small renal mass depends largely on the final pathology determination. Preablation renal biopsy (PABx) is often the only source of determining pathology in patients undergoing thermal ablation of a small renal mass. We sought t...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Lorber G,Jorda M,Leveillee R

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the efficacy of transvesical obturator nerve block (ONB) in the prevention of obturator nerve reflex and leg jerking during transurethral resection of bladder tumors (TURBT). PATIENTS AND METHODS:A total of 60 patients were studied, in whom the transurethral resection of tumors on the posterolatera...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Khorrami MH,Javid A,Saryazdi H,Javid M

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:It has been suggested that renal laparoscopy has resulted in an underuse of partial nephrectomy (PN) for small renal masses in the U.S. In the absence of evidence-based medicine (EBM) guide-lines, multiple-perspective reasoning is required where complete v partial nephrectomy and the laparoscopic...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Perrotti M,Badger WJ,McLeod D,Prater S,Moran ME

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Radical prostatectomy undoubtedly causes inflammatory damage to surrounding neuromuscular tissues (i.e., bladder, urethra, and nerves) that may contribute to urinary incontinence. We report the use of local hypothermia during robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy to attenuate this injury. METHODS:Regi...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Finley DS,Osann K,Chang A,Santos R,Skarecky D,Ahlering TE

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess application of cystatin C and neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL) as biomarkers for renal ischemic injury. We also evaluated the use of allopurinol as a renoprotective agent. A second goal was to assess cystatin C as a biomarker in patients undergoing partial nephrectomy. METHODS:Using ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Woodson BW,Wang L,Mandava S,Lee BR

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The management of patients with upper urinary tract obstruction who are not candidates for definitive reconstruction often presents a challenge. We report our initial experience with the Resonance (Cook Urological, Spencer, IN) metallic ureteral stent for the management of benign ureteral obstruction and p...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： López-Huertas HL,Polcari AJ,Acosta-Miranda A,Turk TM

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During cryotherapy of the prostate, identification of probe tips that are misplaced into the bladder is often not readily apparent via transrectal ultrasonography. Ultimately, cystoscopy is needed to ensure this has not occurred before initiating a freeze. We describe the innovative use of continuous flexible cystosco...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Dimon M,Williams C

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine the feasibility of retrograde endoscopy after radical retropubic prostatectomy (RRP) and its effects on post-prostatectomy continence. PATIENTS AND METHODS:We retrospectively reviewed all patients who underwent RRP at our institution between 1999 and 2005, identifying those who subsequently requir...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Gibbons EP,Ricchiuti D,Nelson J,Averch T

更新日期：2007-02-01 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：INTRODUCTION:The current experimental study aimed at evaluating the temperature raise of the irrigation fluid caused by the use of the thulium (Tm:YAG) and holmium laser (Ho:YAG) in the upper urinary tract (UT) of pigs. MATERIALS AND METHODS:An experimental setting was designed for the investigation of differences in ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Kallidonis P,Kamal W,Panagopoulos V,Vasilas M,Amanatides L,Kyriazis I,Vrettos T,Fligou F,Liatsikos E

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Distal ureteral stones are usually treated today by extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy or extraction by retrograde ureteroscopy with or without previous fragmentation. We performed a cost-efficacy study of three methods to treat them: extracorporeal lithotripsy using either a spark gap lithotripter, the unmodified ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Francesca F,Grasso M,Lucchelli M,Broglia L,Cammelli L,Zoppei G,Rigatti P

更新日期：1993-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review focuses on the biomaterials used in urology, in particular, the properties of urethral catheters and ureteral stents currently being used in clinical practice. The importance of biomaterial type, biocompatibility, and encrustations are discussed and explained. Current management of bacterial infection and ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Denstedt JD,Wollin TA,Reid G

更新日期：1998-12-01 00:00:00