"Blind coning"--using the Stone Cone for removal of intramural ureteral calculi.

abstract：:A response to transurethral microwave hyperthermia (TUHT) at 915 MHz and its relationship to prostate volume was examined in 63 poor surgical risk benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) patients. All patients had moderate-to-severe obstructive signs and symptoms, and received > or = 5 TUHT one-hour sessions. Treatment tem...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Petrovich Z,Ameye F,Pike M,Boyd S,Baert L

更新日期：1992-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Patients and referring physicians often ask about the significance of lymphovascular invasion (LVI) on pathology reports from radical prostatectomy specimens. However, limited data are available concerning the relationship between LVI and preoperative screening characteristics, pathologic tumor features, and...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Loeb S,Roehl KA,Yu X,Antenor JA,Han M,Gashti SN,Yang XJ,Catalona WJ

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the role of S100A3 and the effect of S100A3 inhibition on human castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC) cells by using in vitro and in vivo functional assays. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Using human CRPC cells (PC3 and DU145), S100A3 expression levels were assessed by reverse transcription-polym...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Kang M,Lee HS,Lee YJ,Choi WS,Park YH,Jeong CW,Ku JH,Kim HH,Kwak C

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To develop a method for assessing absolute renal function (as well as morphology) in children, using gamma camera imaging of intravenously injected technetium-99m (99mTc) dimercaptosuccinic acid (DMSA). METHODS:Forty-five children (ages 1 week to 10 years; mean, 2.0 years) were imaged using a planar techniq...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Goodgold HM,Fletcher JW,Steinhardt GF

更新日期：1996-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Overactive bladder (OAB) can be caused by a variety of conditions. We believe that cystometrography (CMG) is an essential part of the diagnostic evaluation, both in defining underlying pathophysiology and directing treatment. Essential to the diagnosis of OAB syndrome is some combination of urinary frequency, urgency,...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Flisser AJ,Blaivas JG

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate, in two randomized, multicenter trials, levofloxacin compared with ciprofloxacin and lomefloxacin for efficacy and safety in treating acute pyelonephritis. METHODS:We enrolled a total of 186 patients with bacteriologically proved infection. Of these, 89 patients in both trials combined received ...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Richard GA,Klimberg IN,Fowler CL,Callery-D'Amico S,Kim SS

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The 5-year follow-up of the implantation of a UroLume double urethral stent in 2 patients with recurrent, post-traumatic urethral strictures is presented. The double implantation for each patient was done by the long extension of the urethral lesion. Only 1 patient presented a single phosphatic concretion in the impla...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Scarpa RM,De Lisa A,Porru D,Paulis M,Usai E

更新日期：1997-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To review the evidence suggesting a significant association between gout and erectile dysfunction (ED) and evaluate possible underlying pathways that may explain this relationship. METHODS:English medical literature was searched from January 1, 2010, to January 1, 2020, for randomized or quasi-randomized con...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Park K,Gupta NK,Olweny EO,Schlesinger N

更新日期：2020-12-17 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a widely used serum marker for human prostate cancer (PCa). The majority of PSA in serum is present as a complex with alpha-1-antichymotrypsin (ACT). In recent years, the ratio of free (uncomplexed) to total PSA has shown improved discrimination of PCa from benign prostatic...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Mikolajczyk SD,Grauer LS,Millar LS,Hill TM,Kumar A,Rittenhouse HG,Wolfert RL,Saedi MS

更新日期：1997-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine whether an increased body mass index (BMI) is a predictor of advanced pathologic findings in European men undergoing radical prostatectomy (RP). The relationship between obesity and prostate cancer is controversial. Studies, predominantly derived from the United States, have suggested that an in...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Isbarn H,Jeldres C,Budäus L,Salomon G,Schlomm T,Steuber T,Chun FK,Ahyai S,Capitanio U,Haese A,Heinzer H,Huland H,Graefen M,Karakiewicz P

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the relationship between bedwetting and development in infancy. METHODS:Questionnaires concerning micturition habits and development at 3 and 5 years of age were completed by the parents of 157 children who had had their health checked by pediatricians at a group checkup at 3 years of age. RESU...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Kawauchi A,Tanaka Y,Yamao Y,Inaba M,Kanazawa M,Ukimura O,Mizutani Y,Miki T

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate the presence of mast cell growth factor receptors (c-kit) on bladder mast cells in interstitial cystitis (IC), a bladder condition occurring primarily in women. IC is characterized by pain, urgency, frequency, and mucosal microhemorrhages discernible with cystoscopy under general anesthesia. O...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Pang X,Sant G,Theoharides TC

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Intestinal metaplasia often coexists with adenocarcinoma of the urinary bladder, suggesting to some investigators that it is premalignant. However, the natural history and long-term outcome of intestinal metaplasia in isolation are unknown. We report 53 cases of intestinal metaplasia of the urinary bladder f...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Corica FA,Husmann DA,Churchill BM,Young RH,Pacelli A,Lopez-Beltran A,Bostwick DG

更新日期：1997-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We analyzed 31 patients who underwent intravenous urograms (IVU) and radionuclide renal scans (RNRS) in the investigation of blunt abdominal trauma, and compared the IVU to the RNRS in the definition of blunt renal injuries, and their correlation with patients' symptoms and signs. Thirteen patients had abnormal IVU an...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Flax S,McLorie G,Churchill BM,Gilday DL

更新日期：1989-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with prostatic cancer frequently require evaluation of bony metastases as well as renal function. 99mTc-methylene diphosphonate, a commonly used bone-imaging agent, is about 60 per cent localized in the bony skeleton and about 40 per cent excreted by the kidneys. Immediate imaging after intravenous injection ...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Pollen JJ,Witztum K,Basarab R

更新日期：1984-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate whether 1-adrenoceptor signaling in the human prostate involves regulation of the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) p38. Although α1-adrenoceptors are an important target for therapy of lower urinary tract symptoms in patients with prostate hyperplasia, intracellular signaling by prostate...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Strittmatter F,Gratzke C,Walther S,Göttinger J,Beckmann C,Roosen A,Schlenker B,Reich O,Stief CG,Hennenberg M

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We review the literature about the impact of shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) on male reproduction. Studies investigating the in vitro effect of shock waves on semen samples indicate that spermatozoa are vulnerable to SWL. According to animal studies, intratesticular bleeding is common, but pregnancy rates are not affecte...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Philippou P,Ralph DJ,Timoney AG

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To report on five serious intraoperative damages to nonprocedure-related organs during 10 years of experience with the Bookwalter device. Self-retaining retractors are helpful devices, particularly during major transperitoneal and retroperitoneal operations. Various retractors are available and allow the use...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Noldus J,Graefen M,Huland H

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the impact of the expression profile of E-cadherin and N-cadherin in urothelial carcinoma of the upper urinary tract (UC-UUT) on the probability of intra- and extravesical disease recurrence in patients undergoing nephroureterectomy. METHODS:This study included 59 consecutive patients diagnose...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Muramaki M,Miyake H,Terakawa T,Kusuda Y,Fujisawa M

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:CD20-negative diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is a very uncommon neoplasm, and very rare unclassifiable cases that did not meet the criteria for well-established subtypes of CD20-negative DLBCLs have been reported. CD20-negative DLBCLs often present an aggressive clinical course with important chemoresistance an...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Garrido-Abad P,García-Martín L,Villar-Zarra K,Díaz-Menéndez A,Fernández-Arjona M

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Penile tourniquet syndrome (PTS) or acquired constriction ring syndrome (ACRS) is a rare emergency that can lead to a wide range of vascular and soft tissue injuries in the penis. We are presenting a case of penile tourniquet syndrome in an 8-year-old child who had tied a thread around his penis due to primary nocturn...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Pahwa HS,Kumar A,Srivastava R,Kumar S,Goel A,Ahmad A

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three patients with four renoureteral units have undergone single-stage reconstruction involving ureteroureterostomy and ipsilateral ureteroneocystostomy following temporary loop cutaneous ureterostomy. Preliminary loop cutaneous ureterostomy diversion allowed adequate ureteral recompensation such that ureteral taperi...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Novak ME,Gonzales ET Jr

更新日期：1978-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The experience gained from the implantation of 763 Flexirod Prosthesis is described. Special features of this design include a tapered distal tip which provides for better glans stability, a soft hinge which allows for improved penile concealment, and a trimmable tail which, together with preoperative measurement of t...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Finney RP

更新日期：1984-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A new type of nephrostomy is described with the following main characteristics: it uses a small multiperforated Silastic tube; its crosswise location allows perfect drainage of all of the calyces and the pelvis; it does not become obstructed nor move from its position; and it causes minimum traumatization of the renal...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Gil-Vernet JM

更新日期：1977-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report on a new endoscopic approach to the removal of a migrated urethral stent following hypospadias repair. A flexible balloon-tipped guide wire allows the effective cystoscopic retrieval of a urethral stent, suggesting potential applications to the removal of other foreign bodies in the urinary tract. ...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Poppas DP,Gillis LA,Retik AB

更新日期：1996-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To explore the rate of upgrading in a contemporary cohort from 2 Japanese institutions, and evaluating the predictive accuracy of the nomogram when applied to patients, regardless of race. Previous reports have indicated that a maximum of 43% of men with prostate cancer will show an upgraded Gleason score fr...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Imamoto T,Suzuki H,Utsumi T,Takano M,Suyama T,Kawamura K,Kamiya N,Naya Y,Ueda T,Ichikawa T

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate the long-term outcome of an organ-saving approach for renal cell carcinoma (RCC) with a normal opposite kidney (elective indication). METHODS:Since 1979, 180 patients have undergone nephron-sparing surgery at our institution for RCC in the presence of a normal contralateral kidney. The mean a...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Filipas D,Fichtner J,Spix C,Black P,Carus W,Hohenfellner R,Thüroff JW

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare the biomechanical properties of allografts, autografts, and synthetic materials used in sling surgery using the Instron tensinometer. METHODS:The sling grafts we studied consisted of autologous tissues (dermis, rectus fascia, and vaginal mucosa), cadaver tissues (decellularized dermis and freeze-...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Choe JM,Kothandapani R,James L,Bowling D

更新日期：2001-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the need for routine biopsy at first follow-up after intravesical bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) therapy for superficial transitional cell cancer of the bladder (TCCB). We examined the potential role of voided urine cytology and cystoscopy as screening tools to determine which patients should unde...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Skemp NM,Fernandes ET

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pseudoaneurysms are rare in urology and typically have a delayed presention with intermittent episodes of bleeding. We report a patient who presented with delayed and recurent hemoperitoneum following robotic assisted laparoscopic salvage radical prostatectomy and was found to have a pseudoaneurysm in the corona morti...

journal_title：Urology

authors： Han J,Shah M,Djaladat H,Aron M

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00