abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of long-term sitting on serum prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels. METHOD:The serum PSA levels of 50 bus drivers under the age of 45 (mean 37.7) years who worked at least 8 h a day for more than 3 weeks were compared with those of 50 healthy surgeons in sim...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Gumus E,Miroglu C,Horasanli K,Ekinci M,Saporta L,Kilinc F

更新日期：1999-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the probability and risk factors of recurrence and progression (to T2 or worse) after a long tumor-free period in patients with superficial (stage Ta and T1) bladder cancer. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A consecutive series of 100 patients with superficial bladder cancer who remained tumor-free for long...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Fujii Y,Fukui I,Kihara K,Tsujii T,Kageyama Y,Oshima H

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to determine the relevance of urinary extravasation as proven by cystogram 18 days after radical retropubic prostatectomy for the degree of postoperative urinary incontinence and the incidence of anastomotic strictures. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A total of 225 patients underwent radical ...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Schatzl G,Madersbacher S,Hofbauer J,Pycha A,Reiter WJ,Svolba G,Marberger M

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We performed two randomized prospective studies with the silver-coated Bardex IC catheter in order to evaluate the incidence of bacteriuria during short- and medium-term catheterization after urological procedures. METHODS:During catheterization only consecutive suprapubic urine samples were taken and cultu...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Verleyen P,De Ridder D,Van Poppel H,Baert L

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To develop a convenient technique for dividing the bladder neck during radical retropubic prostatectomy. METHOD:Before opening the bladder, we created a plane that separates the anterior surface of the seminal vesicles from the posterior wall of the bladder and ran an umbilical tape through the plane. The po...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Barré C,Pocholle P,Chauveau P

更新日期：1999-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the value of positive sextant biopsies in assessing the location of prostate tumors within radical prostatectomy specimens and to determine if prostate weight influences the results. METHODS:From 1988 to 1996, 166 radical prostatectomies were performed for localized prostate cancer diagnosed by ...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Salomon L,Colombel M,Patard JJ,Lefrère-Belda MA,Bellot J,Chopin D,Abbou CC

更新日期：1999-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We compared the BTA (bladder tumor antigen) stat test with the BTA TRAK assay in patients highly suspicious of bladder cancer. METHODS:The BTA stat and the BTA TRAK tests are two immunoassays that detect human complement factor H related protein in urine, employing the same antibody pair. The BTA stat is a q...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Irani J,Desgrandchamps F,Millet C,Toubert ME,Bon D,Aubert J,Le Duc A

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the safety and efficacy of the new resection loops for transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). These loops, which are both thicker and have a modified shape, allow simultaneous resection, increased tissue vaporization, and improved hemostasis. METHODS:Two open studies have been performed...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Perlmutter AP,Vallancien G

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:In a retrospective study we examined whether follow-up of prostate cancer (PC) patients can be managed by using prostate-specific antigen (PSA) as a unique tool as postulated recently. PATIENTS AND METHODS:According to strict criteria established in the eighties, at our institution PC patients were monitored by PS...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Strohmaier WL,Keller T,Bichler KH

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prostate cancer is the most common malignancy found in males; however, little is as yet known regarding what initiates the disease. The incidence is highest among American Blacks and lowest in the East Asian population. Subtypes of the disease include familial clustering and a hereditary form (9%) supporting genetic e...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Ekman P

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over several decades, in vitro experimental studies have demonstrated that retinoids effect the process of carcinogenesis and tend towards the alteration of cells back to more normal differentiation. This hypothesis has formed the basis of several chemopreventive studies in breast cancer, cervical cancer, head and nec...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Whelan P

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:It is the aim of these studies to derive a numerically defined progression index for prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia (PIN) lesions. METHODS:Histometric and karyometric features were automatically extracted from images of histopathologic sections by a machine vision system. RESULTS:Both histometric and karyom...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Bartels PH,Montironi R,Duval da Silva V,Hamilton PW,Thompson D,Vaught L,Bartels HG

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial is an intergroup effort in the USA managed by the Southwest Oncology Group (SWOG) in collaboration with the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) and the Cancer and Leukemia Group B (CALGB). This 10-year study began approximately 5 years ago and will achieve its primary endpoin...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Coltman CA Jr,Thompson IM Jr,Feigl P

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:In 60-70% of patients with renal cell carcinoma (RCC), metastases develop in the course of the disease. In the present analysis, the surgical management of metastases is described, and survival data are presented. This retrospective analysis may help in the management of future cases. Due to the retrospective...

journal_title：European urology

authors： van der Poel HG,Roukema JA,Horenblas S,van Geel AN,Debruyne FM

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The management of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), although based on the best available evidence, should be individualised to patients' circumstances and personal choices. Subjective symptoms (LUTS), bothersomeness and negative impact on the quality of life are the main reasons for the patient to seek treatment for...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Speakman MJ

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the efficacy, safety and feasibility of intermittent androgen deprivation (IAD) in patients with prostate-specific antigen (PSA) relapse after radical prostatectomy or with an incidental prostate cancer (pT1B) after transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). METHODS:Open, nonrandomized, pr...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Kurek R,Renneberg H,Lübben G,Kienle E,Tunn UW

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The dynamic obstruction of the bladder outlet secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and the contractile properties of the human prostate are mediated primarily by alpha1-adrenoceptors. There are now at least three subtypes (A, B, and D) of alpha1-adrenoceptors, and recent work revealed that alpha1A-adrenoce...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Takeda M,Hatano A,Arai K,Obara K,Tsutsui T,Takahashi K

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Many patients with incontinence do not need surgery - for these patients symptoms can often be considerably improved by conservative measures, including drugs. Several different pharmacological actions are potentially useful depending on the underlying cause of the incontinence: a) Detrusor instability (DI) responds t...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Sullivan J,Abrams P

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although hormone therapy is widely used in the management of prostate cancer, the optimal timing of its initiation remains a matter of debate. Immediate hormone treatment has been compared with deferred treatment in randomized studies conducted by the Veterans Administration Cooperative Urological Research Group, the ...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Anderson JB

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the technical feasibility, oncological efficacy and intraoperative and postoperative morbidity of laparoscopic radical prostatectomy. METHOD:We describe an original technique of laparoscopic radical prostatectomy performed in 40 patients between 26th January and 12th October, 1998. RESULTS:Radic...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Guillonneau B,Cathelineau X,Barret E,Rozet F,Vallancien G

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:in our study, we wanted to assess changes and values of the renal resistive index (RI) in children with vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) using color Doppler ultrasound (CDUS) techniques. METHODS:We investigated 92 kidney units in 46 children (mean age 6 +/- 4 years) with VUR by means of CDUS. The RI was measured ...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Radmayr C,Klauser A,Maneschg C,Bartsch G,Frauscher F

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Intermittent hormonal treatment of prostate cancer was first developed based upon experimental study results. Using the Shionogi mouse breast cancer model, it was shown that the tumor grows rapidly in the presence of androgens, then undergoes apoptotic regression when androgens are removed. This apoptoti...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Rambeaud J

更新日期：1998-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:In the absence of specific symptomatology in children and neurogenic bladder disease patients, the early diagnosis of acute pyelonephritis is a challenge. The aim of the present study was to determine if dimercaptosuccinic acid (DMSA) lesion-positive (acute pyelonephritis) patients have elevated urinary alph...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Everaert K,Raes A,Hoebeke P,Samijn W,Delanghe J,Vande Wiele C,Vande Walle J

更新日期：1998-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To describe changes in untreated lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), levels of bothersomeness and interference in selected living activities arising from LUTS in a cohort of men followed up for a period of 5 years. METHODS:1,994 men aged 40-79 years registered in four health centres in Scotland completed a...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Lee AJ,Garraway WM,Simpson RJ,Fisher W,King D

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An experimental study was planned to evaluate if contralateral testicular deterioration following ipsilateral torsion requires the presence of a twisted ipsilateral testis and/or epididymis. Five groups, each containing 6 rats, were established. The groups underwent sham operation, epididymo-orchiectomy, testicular to...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Salman AB,Okur DH,Tanyel FC

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Transurethral electrovaporization of the prostate (TUVP) has become a popular, minimally invasive procedure to treat BPH with promising initial results. This study was conducted to compare the efficacy, safety and durability of TUVP with standard TURP. We report the 2-year follow-up. METHODS:104 consecutive...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Hammadeh MY,Madaan S,Singh M,Philp T

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) paste has been used for over 30 years to treat urinary incontinence and for 14 years to treat vesicoureteral reflux with little reported morbidity. Some investigators have been concerned by the use of PTFE as the implanted substance, because migration of PTFE particles from the ...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Miyakita H,O'Briain DS,Puri P

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of the present study was to determine whether the serum levels of a bone formation marker, i.e., the carboxy-terminal propeptide of type I procollagen (PICP), and a bone resorption marker, i.e., the carboxy-terminal telopeptide of type I collagen (ICTP) have prognostic value in prostate cancer patient...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Akimoto S,Inomiya H,Furuya Y,Akakura K,Ito H

更新日期：1998-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The three diffuse projection systems arising in the brainstem, that is, noradrenergic projection originating in the locus coeruleus, serotonergic projection from the dorsal raphe nucleus, and cholinergic projection from neurons gathering in the laterodorsal tegmental nucleus and scattering in the pedunculopontine tegm...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Kayama Y,Koyama Y

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nocturnal enuresis in children is quite seldom due to psychological factors. Instead, it is caused by a hereditary delay in maturation of the somatic mechanisms (reduction of nocturnal urine production, relaxation of the bladder during sleeping hours, and a normal arousal to a full bladder) which prevent the child fro...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Hjälmås K

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nine patients, mean age 55 years, with testicular hydroceles, were treated by aspiration and two-component fibrin glue injection. One patient was treated twice. The glue contains 70-110 mg fibrinogen and 500 IU human thrombin in 0.5- and 2-ml injections, respectively (Tisseel duo quick, Immune AB). The smaller glue vo...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Sirpa A,Martti AO

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sensory input has an important influence on the integrity of neural circuitry. Central nervous system circuitry is programmed and reinforced by everyday experience. Even the simplest of behaviors participate in this process. A balance between inhibition and facilitation must be maintained for the CNS to function norma...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Schmidt RA,Doggweiler R

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We present our experience with 15 patients with renal angiomyolipoma warranting intervention. METHODS:The medical records and radiological studies were reviewed for patient age and sex, tumor location and size, association with tuberous sclerosis, and treatment approach. All patients were regularly followed ...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Kessler OJ,Gillon G,Neuman M,Engelstein D,Winkler H,Baniel J

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To describe the features and treatment of renal lesions in von Hippel-Lindau disease (VHL) from a series of patients, to highlight important issues in the management of these lesions. MATERIALS AND METHODS:We performed a retrospective study in 7 patients with VHL who underwent surgery for renal lesions betw...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Salomé F,Colombeau P,Fermeaux V,Cazaux P,Dumas JP,Pfeifer P,Moreau JJ,Richard S,Labrousse F

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the efficacy, tolerability, endocrinological effects and the pharmacokinetics of Casodex, when given as monotherapy during daily dosing of 10-200 mg to patients with advanced prostate cancer. METHODS:A total of 390 patients with advanced prostate cancer were treated for a minimum of 12 weeks wit...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Tyrrell CJ,Denis L,Newling D,Soloway M,Channer K,Cockshott ID

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Congenital bladder diverticula (CBD) usually occur in areas where the muscle is inadequately formed, typically at the ureterovesical junction, or between bundles of hypertrophied muscle. CBD are mostly asymptomatic and the cases are found incidentally. Occasionally, some cases of CBD may produce urinary obstr...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Sarihan H,Abes M

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Prostate cancer is the most frequent cancer among men in the US. Histological grading is an important part of the diagnostic evaluation aside from clinical staging and serum PSA. The most commonly used grading system is the one described by Gleason. From a prognostic point of view, it is of considerable inte...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Djavan B,Kadesky K,Klopukh B,Marberger M,Roehrborn CG

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The actual number of transmural sutures needed to ensure a successful fibrin-glued vasovasostomy is a key study parameter of the few experimental works already published. The present work was done to evaluate fibrin-glued vasovasostomy in rats in combination with only 2 transmural sutures. We compared the re...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Vankemmel O,de la Taille A,Rigot JM,Burnouf T,Mazeman E

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Staging in patients with newly diagnosed cancer of the prostate has significant ramifications in the management of the disease. At present, measurement of serum prostate-specific antigen (PSA) concentration and radionuclide bone scintigraphy are two important procedures in the metastatic work-up of these pati...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Wolff JM,Zimny M,Borchers H,Wildberger J,Buell U,Jakse G

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Alpha1-adrenoceptor antagonists have been shown to decrease both the voiding and storage symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Based on the assumption that these symptoms can be attributed to the consequences of the increase in outflow resistance caused by noradrenaline stimulation of stromal alpha1-adrenoce...

journal_title：European urology

authors： Andersson KE

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00