abstract：INTRODUCTION:Frailty is a multicausal syndrome characterized by a decrease in strength, resistance and physiological function, which makes the individual vulnerable and dependent, and increases his/her mortality. This syndrome is more prevalent among older individuals, and chronic kidney disease patients, particularly ...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Hernandez-Agudelo SY,Musso CG,González-Torres HJ,Castro-Hernández C,Maya-Altamiranda LP,Quintero-Cruz MV,Corradino C,Terrasa SA,Aroca-Martínez GJ,Cadena-Bonfanti A

更新日期：2021-01-30 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:PlasmaKinetic electrode, holmium laser, green laser and Nd: YAG laser have been used for treating benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH). To compare the pathological changes of thermal injury by these different devices. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Tissues donated by several male patients with prostate cancer who have wr...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Gu M,Chen Y,Zhan M,Liu C,Cai Z,Chen Q,Wang Z

更新日期：2021-01-22 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Non-adherence (NA) to medication is a major contributor to treatment failure in hypertensive patients. Factors of the ecological model, at family/healthcare professional, service, and system levels, are rarely evaluated as correlates of NA in hypertensive patients. METHODS:This crossectional study assessed the...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Pinhati RR,Ferreira RE,Carminatti M,Tavares PL,Marsicano EO,Sertório ES,Colugnati FAB,de Paula RB,Sanders-Pinheiro H

更新日期：2021-01-16 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:In low and middle- income countries, due to lack of financial resources, the number of patients receiving one or two hemodialysis (HD) sessions a week has increased, leading to a large number of complications. Protein-energy wasting (PEW) and overhydration (OH) are common complications; nevertheless, the eviden...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Nieves-Anaya I,Várgas MB,Mayorga H,García OP,Colín-Ramírez E,Atilano-Carsi X

更新日期：2021-01-04 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the trends of neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) use since its introduction in our practice pathway in patients with cT2 + bladder cancer over a 20-year period. METHODS:This is a retrospective review of patients with cT2 + bladder cancer who underwent RC between 01/01/1998 and 01/01/2018 that aimed to ev...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Faraj KS,Navaratnam AK,Eversman S,Elias L,Syal A,Tyson MD,Castle EP

更新日期：2021-01-03 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The present study aimed to evaluate the impact of a filmed research-based drama-Fit for Dialysis-and an exercise program on patients' physical activity and fitness outcomes. METHODS:Nineteen (10 at the intervention site, 9 at the control site) older patients with a medical diagnosis of hemodialysis-dependent e...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Kontos P,Colobong R,Grigorovich A,Palma Lazgare LI,Binns M,Alibhai S,Parsons T,Nesrallah G,Jassal SV,Thomas A,Naglie G

更新日期：2021-01-02 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the surgical feasibility and postoperative cosmesis of a novel transumbilical laparoendoscopic single-site (LESS) surgical approach involving Y-shaped incisions and three-flap umbilicoplasty in urachal remnant patients. METHODS:Patients with symptomatic urachal remnants who underwent either convent...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Kim H,Oda K,Uchida T,Kano T,Yuzuriha S,Hanada I,Otaki T,Kuroda S,Umemoto T,Ogawa T,Higure T,Kawakami M,Nakano M,Nitta M,Hasegawa M,Kawamura Y,Shoji S,Zakoji H,Miyajima A

更新日期：2021-01-02 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate in an experimental model, the mobility of a novel peritoneal dialysis catheter with a metallic tip (Mag-Cath) using an extra-corporeal magnet. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The Mag-Cath was installed in a porcine model under general anesthesia using laparoscopic access. A senior urologist, a urology reside...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Srougi V,Fonseca LM,Zampolli LJ,Boffa ABM,Andrade HS,Arap MA,Duarte RJ,Nahas WC,Srougi M

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This is the first prospective study to investigate the association between kidney stones, bone mineral density, serum testosterone, colon cancer and O. formigenes colonization. 40 kidney stone patients and 85 controls were enrolled. O. formigenes colonization was established. BMD was examined from T- and Z-scores usin...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Ravikumar Y,Begum RF,Velmurugan R

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This present study aims to investigate the relationship between laboratory parameters on admission and prognosis of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in maintenance hemodialysis patients, as well as providing a theoretical basis for clinical evaluation of prognosis and corresponding intervention measures. ME...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Shang W,Li Y,Li H,Li W,Li C,Cai Y,Dong J

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cardiovascular disease is the most common cause of death in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) is an independent predictor of cardiovascular disease in the general population, and usually increases in the patients with cardiovascular disease risk. The change of EAT in...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Song G,Qiao W,Liu K,Yu X

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Obstructive pyelonephritis is a common urologic emergency that requires prompt decompression of the collecting system. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed patient flow and healthcare strategies at numerous emergency departments across Brazil with still unknown consequences for the population. This study sought to...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Silva AB,Freschi G,Carrera RV,Astolfi RH,Berti FF,Gattas N,Meller A

更新日期：2020-11-21 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine the effectiveness of Vacuum-Assisted Closure Device in the postoperative wound care for Fournier's gangrene METHODS: We performed a systematic review in the following databases: Medline (Ovid), EMBASE, and The Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), from inception to nowadays. We ...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Franco-Buenaventura D,García-Perdomo HA

更新日期：2020-11-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recently, great progress has been made in understanding the pathogenesis of membranous nephropathy (MN) with the discovery of autoantibodies (Abs) to M-type phospholipase A2 receptor (PLA2R) in serum and in immunocomplexes deposited in glomerulus in most adult patients with primary MN. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Santos Neto CO,Passos MT,Fernandes DE,Nishida SK,Andrade LEC,Mastroianni Kirsztajn G

更新日期：2020-10-31 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the effect of masturbation on the spontaneous expulsion of distal ureteral stones 5-10 mm in size. MATERIAL AND METHODS:A total of 128 men with distal ureteral stones were randomly divided into 3 groups. All patients received standard medical therapy. Patients in group 1 (n = 43) were instructed to...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Turgut H,Sarıer M

更新日期：2020-10-07 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To examine whether platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR) is associated with 5-year mortality in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), we performed this study using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) through 1999 to 2006. METHODS:3285 patients with CKD stage 1-5 were incl...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Zeng M,Liu Y,Liu F,Peng Y,Sun L,Xiao L

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We examined the incidence of myocardial ischemia (MI) in kidney transplant recipients (KTR) using myocardial perfusion imaging (MPI), and its association with long-term outcomes after transplantation. METHODS:A retrospective observational study was conducted of asymptomatic KTRs who underwent post-transplant M...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Low S,Chua HR,Wong R,Goh A,Ng YH,Teo BW,Vathsala A

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Fatigue and depressed mood are considered main impediments to physical activity in haemodialysis (HD) patients. A better understanding of their interrelationships is crucial to develop effective therapies. Moreover, measurement of daily physical activity (DPA) in HD patients is tricky, as it is usually assess...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Brys ADH,Bossola M,Lenaert B,Biamonte F,Gambaro G,Di Stasio E

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Surgical removal of completely endophytic renal tumors has presented great technical difficulties for surgeons. In this study, we aim to introduce the role and use of intraoperative ultrasound (IOUS) performed in robotic-assisted renal partial nephrectomy (RAPN) for endophytic renal tumors. METHODS:We retro...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Sun Y,Wang W,Zhang Q,Zhao X,Xu L,Guo H

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The present study investigated the inhibitory effects of a novel minimally invasive implanted tibial nerve stimulation device on non-nociceptive bladder reflexes in cats. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A wireless minimally invasive implanted nerve stimulator was implanted adjacent to the left tibial nerve in seven ca...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Wan X,Liang Y,Li X,Liao L

更新日期：2020-09-28 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To investigate the role of urinary neutrophil gelatinase-induced lipocalin (uNGAL) measurement in the early diagnosis of acute kidney injury that may occur after intraoperative ischemia in patients undergoing partial nephrectomy (PN). METHODS:This prospective study included 86 patients who underwent open lapar...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Akpinar C,Dogan O,Kubilay E,Gokce MI,Suer E,Gulpinar O,Baltaci S

更新日期：2020-09-26 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Comorbidity has a significant impact on the health status and treatment outcome of a patient. The Charlson comorbidity index (CCI) is a frequently used scoring system, which evaluates the prognosis based on the patient's comorbid conditions. The aim of this study was to evaluate the usefulness of CCI in predict...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Yalin SF,Bakir A,Trabulus S,Seyahi N,Altiparmak MR

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM2) is a chronic condition that affects more than 400 million individuals worldwide. In DM2 patients, an appropriate glycemic control slows the onset and delays the progression of all its micro and macrovascular complications. Even though there are several glucose-lowering drugs, only approx...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Castañeda AM,Dutra-Rufato A,Juarez MJ,Grosembacher L,Gonzalez-Torres H,Musso CG

更新日期：2020-08-07 00:00:00

abstract：:The article "Interleukin 6 is a better predictor of 5-year cardiovascular mortality than high-sensitivity C-reactive protein in hemodialysis patients using reused low-fux dialyzers". ...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Thang LV,Loc ND,Kien NT,Dung NH,Quyen DBQ,Tuan NM,Ha DM,Kien TQ,Dung NTT,Van DT,Van Duc N,Ha NTT,Toan PQ,Nghia VX

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Five-year kidney graft loss currently stands at about 30%. We evaluate the clinical utility of a blood test measuring donor-derived cell-free DNA that detects rejection earlier and, potentially, improves diagnostic and therapeutic accuracy. METHODS:In a randomized controlled experiment, we measured the clinica...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Peabody J,Billings P,Valdenor C,Demko Z,Moshkevich S,Tran M,Paculdo D

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The association between crescents and renal outcomes was inconsistent in a Chinese IgA nephropathy (IgAN) cohort, and limited research has investigated the prognosis of IgAN patients with crescents. METHODS:Between January 2008 and January 2013, 169 consecutive IgAN patients with crescents in the Xijing Hospit...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Ma F,Liu L,Dong R,Yang X,Wei L,Li L,Bai M,Sun S

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Smoking habit is the major risk factor for bladder cancer (BC), related to about 50% of these tumors; however, the tobacco dose-effect impact on BC immune treatment is underexplored. This study evaluates the impact of smoke load on non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) prognosis after intravesical BCG. ME...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Andrade DL,Moretti TBC,Neto WA,Benedetti J,Reis LO

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the effect of α-lipoic acid (α-LA) in the prevention and treatment of ethylene glycol-induced calcium oxalate deposition in a rat model and preliminary exploration of the mechanism. METHODS:Sixty male Wistar rats were divided randomly and equally into six groups including two α-LA prevention g...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Wang Z,Bai Y,Wang J,Wang J

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Uremic pruritus (UP) is a highly prevalent and disturbing problem in patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD); however, treatment of UP is largely unsatisfactory. The present study was designed to investigate the effectiveness of mirtazapine, an atypical antidepressant agent with potent antagonist...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Gholyaf M,Sheikh V,Yasrebifar F,Mohammadi Y,Mirjalili M,Mehrpooya M

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Skin test anergy is common in patients with uremia and during maintenance hemodialysis treatment. However, up to date only one study concerning skin test in peritoneal dialysis patients has focused on the issue. Our cross-sectional controlled study was conducted to analyze the correlation of purified protein deriva...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Usta M,Ersoy A,Ayar Y,Budak F

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study investigated the clinical characteristics and symptomatology of ESRD patients in Jordan taking a multidimensional approach. METHODS:This was a cross-sectional study that included a cohort of 620 patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis (HD). Data were retrieved via patient survey administration ...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Karasneh R,Al-Azzam S,Altawalbeh SM,Alshogran OY,Hawamdeh S

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the correlation of renal tubular inflammatory and injury markers with renal uric acid excretion in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients. METHODS:Seventy-three patients with CKD were enrolled. Fasting blood and morning urine sample were collected for routine laboratory measurements. At the same time...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Zheng Y,Guan H,Zhou X,Xu Y,Fu C,Xiao J,Ye Z

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Medication adherence plays an essential role in slowing the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD). This review aims to summarise factors affecting medication adherence among these pre-dialysis CKD patients. METHODS:A systematic review of the literature was performed in Medline®, Embase®, SCOPUS® and C...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Seng JJB,Tan JY,Yeam CT,Htay H,Foo WYM

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is the most common congenital urinary tract abnormality in children. The objective of this study was to evaluate the diagnostic value of urine neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL) in children with primary vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). MATERIALS AND METHODS:A total of ...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Nickavar A,Valavi E,Safaeian B,Moosavian M

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine predictors for surgical complications and assess patient satisfaction after surgical treatment of Adult-Acquired Buried Penis (AABP). METHODS:A retrospective review was performed on all patients diagnosed with AABP who underwent surgical treatment at a single institution from January 2013-Decemb...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Aubé M,Chua M,DeLong J,McCammon K,Tonkin J,Gilbert D,Virasoro R

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The study aims to compare the clinical efficacy, complications, and patient satisfaction rates of two open hydrocelectomy techniques, Jaboulay's technique, and sac excision hydrocelectomy using a LigaSure™ device, in a prospective and randomized fashion. METHODS:Eighty-two (82) patients were randomized, one-to...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Ozkaya F,Cakici OU

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare the economic burden and cost-utility analysis of the renal replacement therapies, including hemodialysis (HD), peritoneal dialysis (PD), and allograft kidney transplantation (KT) among end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients from Yunnan Province, China. METHODS:Multistage stratified random sampling ...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Wu H,Li Q,Cai Y,Zhang J,Cui W,Zhou Z

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess clinical presentation and outcomes of different treatment strategies in cases of spontaneous renal hemorrhage (SRH). METHODS:A retrospective analysis of patients with SRH between 2000 and 2018 was performed. Patients' demographics, clinical presentation, laboratory and radiological investigations, an...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Elbaset MA,Zahran MH,El-Baz R,Badawy M,Osman Y

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate the cardiovascular prevention effect of aspirin among patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). METHODS:A comprehensive literature search was conducted in Embase, PubMed, and Cochrane library (up to March 2019) without language limitations. Randomi...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Qu B,He Y,Wu L,Lu H,Wu H,Li M

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility of robotic assisted kidney transplantation in graft with multiple vessels. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Eighteen patients underwent RAKT with grafts with multiple vessels (GMVs) from living donor performed by a single surgeon in single institution. The retrospe...

journal_title：International urology and nephrology

authors： Kishore TA,Kuriakose MJ,Pathrose G,Raveendran V,Kumar KV,Unni VN

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00