abstract：:The indications, instrumentation, surgical technique, and complications of laparoendoscopic single-site radical nephrectomy (LESS-RN) are being described in detail in an attempt to familiarize urologists with this novel laparoscopic technique. Our initial experience of 30 consecutive cases of LESS-RN is reported. The ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Stolzenburg JU,Do M,Haefner T,Dietel A,Kallidonis P,Kyriazis I,Beatty J,Liatsikos EN

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:The optimal treatment option for ureteral calculi is a controversial issue. In this study, we present our experience of 60 patients, divided into three groups, who were treated using open surgery, laparoscopic surgery, or transureteral lithotripsy (TUL). PATIENTS AND METHODS:We enrolled 60 patie...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Falahatkar S,Khosropanah I,Allahkhah A,Jafari A

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Retrograde ureteroscopic marsupialization is a pure natural orifice translumenal endoscopic surgery (NOTES). We retrospectively examined the feasibility and safety of this technique to manage symptomatic simple renal cysts. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Sixteen patients with simple renal cysts were selec...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Li EC,Hou JQ,Yang LB,Yuan HX,Hang LH,Alagirisamy KK,Li DP,Wang XP

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the safety and efficacy of conversion from pure laparoscopy to hand-assisted laparoscopy to control mild-to-moderate bleeding during renal surgery. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Between August 2006 and August 2008, we performed 94 laparoscopic nephrectomies (44 partial and 50 radical). A total of three radica...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Vricella GJ,Young DB,Boncher NA,Madi R

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the feasibility, safety, and efficacy of retroperitoneoscopic microwave ablation (MWA) for clinical stage T(1a) (cT(1a)) renal tumors. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Consecutive renal cell carcinomas (RCCs) managed since April 2006 with a minimal follow-up of 12 months were included. A total of 23 tumors in ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Bai J,Hu Z,Guan W,Zhuang Q,Wang S,Liu J,Ye Z

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To describe the surgical technique of robot-assisted sacral colpopexy (RASCP) and to assess its feasibility and safety in a high-volume laparoscopic center. PATIENT AND METHODS:12 women with symptomatic urogenital prolapse with or without concomitant urinary stress incontinence were treated with RASCP by one s...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Xylinas E,Ouzaid I,Durand X,Ploussard G,Salomon L,Gillion N,Vordos D,Hoznek A,Abbou CC,de la Taille A

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Creation of an optimally apposed, tension-free, well-supported vesicourethral anastomosis remains the cornerstone for anastomotic healing after radical prostatectomy. We report the effect of three techniques of bladder neck reconstruction during robot-assisted radical prostatectomy on anastomotic...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Tan G,Srivastava A,Grover S,Peters D,Dorsey P Jr,Scott A,Jhaveri J,Tilki D,Te A,Tewari A

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Current urologic laparoscopic procedures include preservation of locoregional nerve fibers. The use of electrical coagulation is limited because of tissue conductance of current and heat production. While ultrasonic coagulation does not use electricity, heat is still produced. We designed an anim...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Katz R,Danai Y,Peleg E,Gofrit ON,Pode D,Adler D,Hur TB

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study aimed to measure acoustic access to the prostate for extracorporeal ultrasound ablation. Both transabdominal and transperineal approaches were considered. The objective was to measure the size and shape of the aperture available for unobstructed targeting of the prostate. CT images of 17 randomly selected m...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Hall TL,Hempel CR,Sabb BJ,Roberts WW

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Few studies have addressed the effect of skin-to-stone distance (SSD) on the success of extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (SWL). Nevertheless, the effect of the two components of SSD, that is, the fat SSD (FSSD) and nonfat SSD (NFSSD) components, was not previously investigated. METHODS:In this prospecti...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Hammad FT,Balakrishnan A

更新日期：2010-11-01 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：OBJECTIVES:To determine and compare the status of urologic laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgery (RAS) across the world. METHODS:Two hundred ninety-one surveys were completed by urologists at various national and international conferences in 2008. The 58-item questionnaire assessed the individual and institutional p...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Yuh BE,Hussain A,Chandrasekhar R,Bienko M,Piacente P,Wilding G,Menon M,Peabody J,Guru KA

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM AND BACKGROUND:Posttransplant vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is a common urologic complication after renal transplantation, although its management is controversial. The treatment of choice is open surgical revision ureteral reimplantation with significant morbidity. Recently, endoscopic correction by using nonanimal ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Yucel S,Akin Y,Celik O,Erdogru T,Baykara M

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Vesicovaginal fistula (VVF) is a common condition that physically and mentally debilitates the patient. In the developing countries such as India, it results mainly due to neglected obstetric care. Options for surgical repair of VVF consist of transvaginal, transvesical, laparoscopic repair. Endoscopic manag...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Shah SJ

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The lateral repair is an accepted method for the reconstitution of paravaginal defects. Several open or vaginal approaches have been described, but there is still a deficit of reproducible laparoscopic approaches. Thus, only a few clinics perform the laparoscopic approach although it offers several advantages compared...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Banerjee C,Noé KG

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To analyze the impact of slowing the shockwave delivery during extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (SWL) on the clinical patient outcome and the cost of delivering this service in a community practice. PATIENTS AND METHODS:The data from 1745 consecutive SWL procedures were analyzed at a freestanding surgery cente...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Kramolowsky EV,Wang G,Butler RM,Wood NL

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate our single institution experience with percutaneous cryoablation of renal masses >or=3 cm in diameter for complications and short-term outcomes. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Between March 2003 and February 2009, 108 patients with 110 renal masses >or=3 cm in diameter were treated with percutaneous cryoabla...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Schmit GD,Atwell TD,Callstrom MR,Farrell MA,Leibovich BC,Patterson DE,Chow GK,Blute ML,Charboneau JW

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Growing data suggest that lymphadenectomy is a critical component of the surgical management of urologic malignancies with both diagnostic and therapeutic benefit. The increased use of minimally invasive approaches for the management of urologic malignancies may be in conflict with the need for more extensive lymphade...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Weizer AZ,Montgomery JS

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We retrospectively investigated the factors that affect the success of rigid ureteroscopy in the pediatric population for the management of pediatric ureteral stones. PATIENTS AND METHODS:We present a retrospective review of 61 consecutive pediatric patients who underwent 66 rigid ureteroscopy procedures for u...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Turunc T,Kuzgunbay B,Gul U,Kayis AA,Bilgilisoy UT,Aygun C,Ozkardes H

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The learning curve for robotic surgery is not completely defined, and ideal training components have not yet been identified. We attempted to determine whether skill development would be accelerated with formal, organized instruction in robotic surgical techniques versus informal practice alone. MATERIALS...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Benson AD,Kramer BA,Boehler M,Schwind CJ,Schwartz BF

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare the incidence of urethral strictures after monopolar transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and bipolar transurethral resection in saline (TURIS) for symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Between January 2005 and January 2009, 518 patients with symptomatic benign pro...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Michielsen DP,Coomans D

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Gaining access to the pyelocaliceal system in percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is routinely performed using fluoroscopic guidance with the patient in a prone position. We compared ultrasonography-guided access for PCNL with the patient in the flank position with conventional fluoroscopy-guided...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Karami H,Rezaei A,Mohammadhosseini M,Javanmard B,Mazloomfard M,Lotfi B

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the long-term outcome of early endoscopic realignment (EER) of complete posterior urethral disruption. PATIENTS AND METHODS:The study included 11 consecutive patients with complete posterior urethral disruption secondary to a road accident (n = 9) or a falling impact (n = 2). EER was performed using ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Sofer M,Mabjeesh NJ,Ben-Chaim J,Aviram G,Bar-Yosef Y,Matzkin H,Kaver I

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:To assess the feasibility and efficacy of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) in patients with spinal deformities. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Between 1999 and 2008, eight patients (nine renal units) with spinal deformities underwent 10 PCNLs. Mean stone burden was 372 mm(2) (160-840 mm(2)). Preoperati...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Goumas-Kartalas I,Montanari E

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Holmium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Ho:YAG) laser lithotripsy is the standard lithotrite in ureteroscopy. We investigated the influence of pulse frequency, energy and length on the fragmentation efficiency of Ho:YAG laser lithotripsy in non-floating artificial stones in vitro. MATERIALS AND METHODS...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Wezel F,Häcker A,Gross AJ,Michel MS,Bach T

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We developed minimal incision-assisted retroperitoneoscopic surgery (MARP) in an attempt to pursue optimized patient-related benefits. We evaluated the clinical value of MARP for upper urinary tract diseases compared with pure retroperitoneoscopic surgery (PRPS). PATIENTS AND METHODS:Between January 2003 an...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Ye Z,Xi Q,Wang S,Liu J,Song X,Yu X

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To analyze the early outcome after single tract vs multiple tracts percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) in the management of staghorn calculi. PATIENTS AND METHODS:The records of 413 patients with staghorn calculi (223 [54%] had complete and 190 [46%] had partial) who underwent PCNL were reviewed retrospectivel...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Akman T,Sari E,Binbay M,Yuruk E,Tepeler A,Kaba M,Muslumanoglu AY,Tefekli A

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The CyberKnife (CK), a linear accelerator mounted on a robotic device, enables excellent dose conformation to the target and minimizes dose to surrounding normal tissue. It is a very suitable device for performing hypofractionated stereotactic body radiotherapy as monotherapy for low- to intermediate-risk prost...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Aluwini S,van Rooij P,Hoogeman M,Bangma C,Kirkels WJ,Incrocci L,Kolkman-Deurloo IK

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In one-third of patients, prostate cancer (PCa) is monofocal. These patients can undergo focal high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) therapy of the tumor without damage to surrounding structures and not compromising uro-oncologic safety. Robot-assisted HIFU coagulates the entire targeted volume within the prostate ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Chaussy CG,Thüroff S

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:The introduction of radiofrequency ablation (RFA) into other fields of surgery has fueled the interest to study its application in small renal masses (SRM). Some controversies remain, however, regarding its oncologic efficacy. We review technical factors and tissue characteristics that influence ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Joniau S,Tailly T,Goeman L,Blyweert W,Gontero P,Joyce A

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Small renal lesions often confer relatively low oncologic risk and, as such, dictate for treatment strategies with low morbidity. Minimally invasive ablative techniques have been developed and can deliver good outcomes where used judiciously. The potential risks of treatment relate to the method of ablation, the route...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Crow P,Keeley FX

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Double-J stents revolutionized the minimally invasive management of ureteral strictures, but have significant morbidity. We compare stent-related symptoms and quality of life between a conventional Double-J stent and a novel thermoexpandable metal segmental ureteral stent (Memokath) in patients with ureter...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Maan Z,Patel D,Moraitis K,El-Husseiny T,Papatsoris AG,Buchholz NP,Masood J

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy (LPN) has not received widespread clinical application because of its technical challenge. Bovine serum albumin glutaraldehyde (BSAG) is a hemostatic agent that is independent of the clotting cascade. We evaluated the use of BSAG as the sole agent for parenchymal and collec...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Louie MK,Gamboa AJ,Kaplan AG,Khosravi A,Truong H,Andrade L,Lin R,Alipanah R,Ortiz C,McCormick D,Box GN,Lee HJ,Deane LA,Edwards RA,McDougall EM,Clayman RV

更新日期：2010-03-01 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：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Renal function outcomes after renal cryosurgery have not been widely scrutinized. We report 2-year renal function outcomes from a single-center cohort of patients who were treated with cryoablation for small renal masses. METHODS:We performed a retrospective review of our laparoscopic and percut...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Malcolm JB,Logan JE,Given RW,Lance R,Vingan H,Shaves SC,Fabrizio M

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We evaluated complications of urologic laparoscopic surgery at our institution. PATIENTS AND METHODS:From December 1991 to January 2009, 1017 urologic laparoscopic surgical procedures were performed in Kansai Medical University, including 277 radical prostatectomies, 13 donor nephrectomies, 74 partial nephrect...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Inoue T,Kinoshita H,Satou M,Oguchi N,Kawa G,Muguruma K,Murota T,Matsuda T

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Hospitalization and general anesthesia to perform transurethral resection of bladder tumors (BTs) may not be necessary for small recurrent BTs. We developed a new outpatient procedure. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Patients with recurrent small tumors who had previously undergone transurethral resection of BTs for lo...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Endo F,Shiga Y,Yashi M,Hattori K,Muraishi O

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ureteral stents find wide application in urology. The majority of patients with indwelling ureteral stents are at an increased risk of urinary tract infection. Stent encrustation and its associated complications lead to significant morbidity. This review critically evaluates various polymers that find their applicatio...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Venkatesan N,Shroff S,Jayachandran K,Doble M

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We analyzed long-term results after percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) in patients with impaired renal function. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Nineteen (6.3%) of 300 patients who underwent PCNL had serum creatinine values above 1.4 mg/dL before surgery and were considered to have impaired renal function. Success rate ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Kuzgunbay B,Gul U,Turunc T,Egilmez T,Ozkardes H,Yaycioglu O

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Flexible cystoscopy is well established in urological practice. We present a unique image obtained during bladder inspection, illustrating visual refractive distortion, which highlights the potential difficulty in optical interpretation. ...

journal_title：Journal of endourology

authors： Mangera A,Mehta S,Parys BT

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00