abstract：:Human factors is a definition that includes the science of understanding the properties of human capability, the application of this understanding to the design and development of systems and services, the art of ensuring their successful applications to a program. The field of human factors traces its origins to the ...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： D'Addessi A,Bongiovanni L,Volpe A,Pinto F,Bassi P

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the clinical and demographic findings of children with urolithiasis in eastern Turkey. METHODS:We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of 67 children with urolithiasis for clinical and laboratory data. RESULTS:Mean age at the time of diagnosis was 39.1 +/- 41.2 months. Complaints at admi...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Tabel Y,Akin IM,Tekin S

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report 2 patients with epididymo-orchitis, caused by Brucella melitensis, accompanied by severe delay of diagnosis. In 1 patient the correct diagnosis was only suspected after his wife had been diagnosed with brucellosis. Our cases illustrate that diagnosing brucellosis can be difficult in nonendemic areas, especia...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Moens AA,Vlaspolder F,Verlind J,Sepers JM,Stam F

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The percentage of positive prostate biopsy cores (%PBC) has been shown to be a prognostic factor in localized prostate cancer. We hypothesized that it would predict time to hormonal independence and survival in prostate cancer patients treated with androgen deprivation therapy (ADT). PATIENTS AND METHODS:...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Normand G,Celhay O,Briffaux R,Pirès C,Doré B,Fromont G,Irani J

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fournier's gangrene (FG) is a very aggressive necrotizing fasciitis involving subcutaneous fat and skin of scrotal and perineal regions. Vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) is a well-known method used to treat complex wounds. The authors for the first time enhance a multimodal strategy to treat the FG using VAC, r...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Cuccia G,Mucciardi G,Morgia G,Stagno d'Alcontres F,Galì A,Cotrufo S,Romeo M,Magno C

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vesicovaginal fistula (VVF) is a quite rare complication of gynecological surgery. The first attempt to repair the fistulous tract offers the best opportunity for cure. We report the successful repair of VVF in 2 patients using a combined anterior vaginal approach and porcine dermal collagen grafting as interposition ...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Robles JE,Saiz A,Rioja J,Brugarolas X,Berian JM

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cystic renal tumors are a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge. Cystic nephroma (CN), cystic partially differentiated nephroblastoma (CPDN) and cystic Wilms' tumor (CWT) are a spectrum with CN at the benign end, CWT at the malignant end and CPDN in the intermediate position. CN and stage 1 CPDN are often tre...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： van den Hoek J,de Krijger R,van de Ven K,Lequin M,van den Heuvel-Eibrink MM

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Routine follow-up after cystectomy for bladder cancer detect patients with local recurrence late in the course of disease. We set out to determine the value of transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) as diagnostic tool to diagnose local failure. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Between 1986 and 2003, radical cystectomy for bladde...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Simon J,Bartsch G Jr,Rinnab L,Hautmann RE,Volkmer BG

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the case of a 70-year-old man who received sunitinib treatment for brain metastatic clear cell renal cell carcinoma. After 6 months of treatment, brain MRI showed complete disappearance of two brain metastases. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first reported case of multifocal brain metastases in re...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Zeng H,Li X,Yao J,Zhu Y,Liu J,Yang Y,Qiang W

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare the effects of retroperitoneal laparoscopic surgery (RPL) and transperitoneal laparoscopic surgery (TPL) on the hemodynamic and ventilatory functions in old patients. METHODS:Thirty-two senior patients underwent either RPL or TPL. Swan-Ganz and radial artery catheters were placed to monitor hemodyna...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Ji Q,Zhang L,Li W,Jia H,Wang Y

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Modern LDR brachytherapy has drastically reduced rectal toxicity and decreased the occurrence of rectourethral fistulas to <0.5% of patients. Therefore, symptoms of late-onset sequelae are often ignored initially. These fistulas cause severe patient morbidity and require interdisciplinary treatment. We report on the o...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Borchers H,Pinkawa M,Donner A,Wolter TP,Pallua N,Eble MJ,Jakse G

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Micropapillary carcinoma (MPC) of the bladder is a rare and aggressive histologic variant of urothelial carcinoma (UC). At the time of presentation, most MPC are muscle invasive with frequent vascular invasion (VI). Our series explores protein expression of markers known to be indicators of poor clinical o...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Compérat E,Roupret M,Conort P,Chartier-Kastler E,Bitker MO,Richard F,Capron F,Haertig A,Cussenot O,Camparo P

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To determine the optimal place to apply the local anesthetic agent and to investigate the efficacy of lidocaine-prilocaine cream on the perianal and intrarectal region during prostate biopsy. METHODS:The study included 80 patients. Patients were randomized into four groups: group 1 served as the control group and...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Kandirali E,Ulukaradag E,Uysal B,Serin E,Semercioz A,Metin A

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Inguinoscrotal herniation of the ureter is a rare finding with the potential for serious surgical complications. Two anatomic forms are defined. In the more common paraperitoneal variant, the herniating peritoneal sac drags the ureter and sometimes other abdominal structures with it. The uncommon variant--extraperiton...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Golgor E,Stroszczynski C,Froehner M

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We report our prospective clinical result of transurethral resection in saline (TURIS) versus monopolar transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) system in treating large-volume benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). PATIENTS AND METHODS:Patients with BPH (volume >50 ml) were enrolled in the study. An int...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Chen Q,Zhang L,Liu YJ,Lu JD,Wang GM

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Partial unilateral ureteral obstruction (PUUO) is the type of obstruction that is most often encountered in pediatric clinical practice. The majority of our knowledge on PUUO has been derived from experimental studies and the effects of PUUO on the kidney have still been a source of continual investigation...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Topcu SO,Erbagci A,Erturhan S,Yagci F,Ucak R

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adrenal cysts are very rare lesions, usually asymptomatic or without characteristic symptoms. They are classified as pseudocysts, endothelial cysts, epithelial cysts or parasitic cysts. Although pseudocysts are reported to be the most common clinically recognized adrenal cysts in surgical series, endothelial cysts are...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Erbil Y,Salmaslioğlu A,Barbaros U,Bozbora A,Mete O,Aral F,Ozarmağan S

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To examine the time-dependent biomechanical properties of four different implanted synthetic materials. MATERIALS AND METHODS:18 New Zealand rabbits were randomly categorized into three groups: group 1 to be evaluated at the 2nd week, group 2 at the 8th week, and group 3 at the 12th week. Before the implantation, ...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Atmaca AF,Serefoğlu EC,Eroğlu M,Gürdal M,Metin A,Kayigil O

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To establish the bacterial flora of the perineum before and after antiseptic preparation in male urology patients. PATIENTS/METHODS:Adult male patients undergoing cystoscopic procedures were studied. Three sets of swab specimens, labelled A, B and C, were taken from the perineum in the theatre. Specimen A wa...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Kehinde EO,Ali Y,Khodakhast F,Jamal WY,Seshah M,Rotimi VO

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Injuries of the penis are uncommon but represent urological emergencies. We report 3 cases of penile trauma illustrating the diversity of penile injury presentation. Radiological investigations are only mandatory if there is any suspicion of a urethral injury. Primary surgical approach is recommended in cases of penil...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Maruschke M,Lehr C,Hakenberg OW

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of the present study was to assess the occurrence of ectopic remnants of adrenal cortex tissue encountered in pediatric patients who underwent groin surgical explorations. MATERIALS AND METHODS:We studied 1,862 patients with groin surgical explorations during a period of 12 consecutive years (1995-20...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Ketata S,Ketata H,Sahnoun A,FakhFakh H,Bahloul A,Mhiri MN

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:To compare the semen quality score and the seminal oxidative stress reactive oxygen species (ROS) and total antioxidant capacity (ROS-TAC score) in men with idiopathic infertility with normal donors and to a known group of fertile and infertile men. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Principal component analysis was ap...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Pasqualotto FF,Sharma RK,Pasqualotto EB,Agarwal A

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bisphosphonates are a standard treatment for metastatic bone disease, although agents vary in their potential for renal toxicity. This case report describes the reversal of zoledronic acid-induced renal toxicity by switching treatment to ibandronate in a patient with hormone-refractory prostate cancer and bone metasta...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Joensuu TK

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The main purpose of the study was to identify and quantify clinical variables which predisposed incorrect diagnosis based on ultrasonography (US) and computed tomography (CT) findings in the patients with suppurative renal infections. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A retrospective review of radiological records of pa...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Stojadinović M,Mićić S,Milovanović D

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) is a rare and highly malignant neoplasm. We present the case of a 51-year-old male patient with a left-sided ACC admitted to hospital with ipsilateral flank pain, weight loss, difficulty in breathing, abdominal discomfort and swelling and bilateral leg edema. Thoracoabdominal computed to...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Yavascaoglu I,Yilmaz M,Kordan Y

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:To evaluate the feasibility and safety of bilateral single-session ureteroscopy in the treatment of bilateral stones with different localizations. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Between February 2001 and October 2006, a total of 1,296 patients underwent ureteroscopy with pneumatic lithotripsy. Of these, 38 patient...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Gunlusoy B,Degirmenci T,Arslan M,Kozacioğlu Z,Nergiz N,Minareci S,Ayder AR

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We compared the applicability and reproducibility of the condom catheter method for noninvasive urodynamics in two Dutch studies. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A longitudinal study of changes in bladder contractility secondary to benign prostatic enlargement is taking place at the Erasmus MC in Rotterdam. Volunteer...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Huang Foen Chung JW,Spigt MG,Knottnerus JA,van Mastrigt R

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess the role of color Doppler flow imaging (CDFI) in the evaluation of Chinese patients with erectile dysfunction (ED) and to explore the association between penile rigidity and hemodynamic parameters of CDFI. METHODS:Totally 74 ED patients with an age range of 22-69 (median age 47) were included in o...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Xuan X,Wang D,Sun P,Mei H

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the efficacy of transobturator tape (TOT) in the management of stress urinary incontinence at a medium term follow-up. METHODS:TOT is a polypropylene tape positioned through the obturator foramen. 70 patients with type II urinary stress incontinence were treated with TOT between June 2003 and May 2...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Kocjancic E,Crivellaro S,Oyama IA,Singla A,Ranzoni S,Carone R,Manassero A,Gontero P,Frea B

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It has been well established that erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common incident in patients with benign prostate hyperplasia. Animal models have been described to investigate the relationship between bladder obstruction and ED. In this study, we aimed to investigate whether partial bladder outlet obstruction (PBOO) i...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Demir O,Esen EC,Murat N,Aslan G,Gidener S

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To clarify the factors affecting the success rate of endoscopic subureteral injection (ESI) treatment of vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). METHOD:All patients who had ESI treatment for VUR at our unit between 1999 and 2002 were retrospectively reviewed with regard to age, gender, causes of VUR, reflux grade, type of in...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Alkan M,Ciftci AO,Senocak ME,Tanyel FC,Buyukpamukcu N

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To investigate the effect of sildenafil on uroflowmetry values of patients with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) suggestive of benign prostatic enlargement (BPE). METHODS:Thirty-eight consecutive patients and 15 control subjects without voiding symptoms were enrolled in the study. All patients underwent uroflo...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Güler C,Tüzel E,Doğantekin E,Kiziltepe G

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:IL-6 has been reported to be a significant prognostic factor for prostate cancer and induces synthesis of C-reactive protein (CRP) by hepatocytes. The present study was undertaken to evaluate the clinical value of serum CRP in prostate cancer patients with metastases. METHODS:The prognostic significance of ...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Nakashima J,Kikuchi E,Miyajima A,Nakagawa K,Oya M,Ohigashi T,Murai M

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intestinal ischemia is reported to be the most common gastrointestinal complication of renal transplantation and a potential cause of morbidity and mortality. The recent use of more potent immunosuppressive drug regimens has reduced the incidence of acute rejection, increasing the incidence of potentially fatal infect...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Veroux M,Puzzo L,Corona D,Buffone A,Tallarita T,Murabito P,Veroux P

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine efficacy and clinical predictors of stone fragmentation when using slow-rate shock wave lithotripsy (SWL). PATIENTS AND METHODS:In total, 116 patients with radiopaque urinary tract stones were randomized into two groups: 57 patients were treated with SWL at 90 shocks/min, and 59 patients were treated ...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Li WM,Wu WJ,Chou YH,Liu CC,Wang CJ,Huang CH,Lee YC

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Splenic metastases of solid tumors are exceptional. We report the first case of an isolated splenic metastasis from prostate carcinoma, 5 years after radical prostatectomy. The splenic tumor was revealed by a pain and progressive increase in the serum prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level. Histology of the spleen show...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Compérat E,Azzouzi AR,Chartier-Kastler E,Ménégaux F,Capron F,Richard F,Charlotte F

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Urethrocutaneous fistulas (UCF) and flap dehiscence (FD) are the most common postoperative complications after hypospadias (HS) surgical repair. The aim of this study was to evaluate whether the application of fibrin sealant over the site of surgery and suture lines reduces these complications. MATERIALS ...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Ambriz-González G,Velázquez-Ramírez GA,García-González JL,de León-Gómez JM,Muciño-Hernández MI,González-Ojeda A,Basterra JV

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The concept of resection of a solitary metastatic lesion is quite foreign in prostate cancer, as metastases to regional lymph nodes or to other distant sites are most likely suggestive of disseminated disease. The current report demonstrates a very unique case, in whom excision of a solitary pulmonary metastasis has r...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Pruthi RS,Hubbard JS,Kouba E,Wallen E

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To analyze the correlation between the genotypic and phenotypic patterns of p53 in patients with transitional cell carcinoma (TCC) of the urinary bladder. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Cross-sectional study of 73 patients diagnosed with TCC. DNA was obtained from the tumor tissue to perform polymerase chain reaction...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Salinas-Sánchez AS,Atienzar-Tobarra M,Lorenzo-Romero JG,Sánchez-Sánchez F,Giménez-Bachs JM,Donate-Moreno MJ,Pastor-Navarro H,Hernández-Millán I,Segura-Martín M,Escribano-Martínez J

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The term infection stones refers to calculi that occur following urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by urease-producing gram-negative organisms. They consist of magnesium ammonium phosphate, carbonate apatite and monoammonium urate. Alkaline urine is most favorable to their formation. Urinary tract obstruction, ne...

journal_title：Urologia internationalis

authors： Miano R,Germani S,Vespasiani G

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00