SLAP Trial: Shock Wave Lithotripsy and Mechanical Percussion Therapy Post ESWL for Renal Calculi
CONCLUSION: This study has shown that MPI can be effectively performed in a home setting without the need for medical supervision and results in improved stone clearance rates post ESWL. The main limitations to the study were the use of X-ray over CT during the follow-up and variability in MPI compliance and administration. Further research is warranted into standardising home MPI protocols. This trial is registered with ANZCTR387061.PMID:38566931 | PMC:PMC10987243 | DOI:10.1155/2024/7870425 (Source: Advances in Urology)
Source: Advances in Urology - April 3, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Nishal Patel Adrian Roe Donna Stanton Jay Roberts Akshay Kothari Source Type: research

Pelvic Pain of Myofascial Origin in Women: Correlation with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
CONCLUSIONS: The existence of myofascial pelvic floor trigger points and high pelvic floor muscle tone seem to be reflective of pelvic floor symptoms, as assessed with a standardized pelvic floor questionnaire.PMID:38524733 | PMC:PMC10959583 | DOI:10.1155/2024/5568010 (Source: Advances in Urology)
Source: Advances in Urology - March 25, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Sabrina Einig Esther Ruess Andreas Schoetzau Kerstin Ayllon Bartet Viola Heinzelmann-Schwarz Francesco Vigo Tilemachos Kavvadias Source Type: research