Association of Kidney Stone Disease (KSD) with Primary Gastrointestinal Surgery: a Systematic Review over Last 2 Decades
AbstractPurpose of reviewWe aim to provide an up-to-date literature review to further characterise the association of kidney stone disease (KSD) with gastrointestinal (GI) surgery. As KSD is associated with significant morbidity, it is important to quantify and qualify this association to provide better care and management for the patient subgroup.ObjectiveTo perform a systematic review of the existing literature to evaluate the association of KSD following GI surgery.MethodsA literature search was performed of the following databases: MEDLINE, EMBASE, Scopus, Google Scholar, Key Urology, Uptodate and Cochrane Trials from ...
Source: Current Urology Reports - May 24, 2021 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
Retroperitoneal Robot-Assisted Partial Nephrectomy (rRAPN): Surgical Technique and Review
AbstractPurpose of ReviewWe aim to offer a description of the surgical technique and to review the current state retroperitoneal robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (rRAPN).Recent FindingsPartial nephrectomy is the standard treatment for localized kidney tumours. rRAPN is especially useful for kidney tumours of posterior location. It offers advantages such as direct access to the renal artery and no need for bowel mobilization. The disadvantages are the small working space and the less familiar anatomical landmarks. It is a reproducible technique that achieves similar oncological and functional results to the more tradition...
Source: Current Urology Reports - May 20, 2021 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
Staged Fowler Stephens, Who Requires a Third Procedure?
AbstractPurpose of ReviewThe two-stage Fowler-Stephens orchiopexy is a well-described surgical approach for most pediatric urologists tackling the high intra-abdominal testis. Testicular ascent is a well-reported outcome of the surgery and a problem that could be fixed with a repeat procedure. The purpose of this review is to determine the rate of subsequent testicular ascent and repeat surgery after a two-stage Fowler-Stephens using best available evidence.Recent Findings/ResultWe selected 16 studies that pertained to our topic. 0 –13% of testicles were deemed to be in an inappropriate position on follow-up (6–37 mon...
Source: Current Urology Reports - May 19, 2021 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
Biomarkers for Renal Cell Carcinoma Recurrence: State of the Art
AbstractPurpose of ReviewWe aim to summarize the current state of art about the possible use of biomarkers for predicting renal cell carcinoma (RCC) recurrence after curative treatment. In addition, we aim to provide a snapshot about the clinical implication of biomarkers use for follow-up planification.Recent FindingsA wide variety of biomarkers have been proposed. RCC biomarkers have been individuated in tumoral tissue, blood, and urine. A variety of molecules, including proteins, DNA, and RNA, warrant a good accuracy for RCC recurrence and progression prediction. Their use in prediction models might warrant a better pat...
Source: Current Urology Reports - April 22, 2021 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
Artificial Urinary Sphincter Complications: Risk Factors, Workup, and Clinical Approach
We present our algorithm for diagnosis and management of AUS complications.SummaryDespite being the gold standard of treatment for men with SUI, major and minor complications can occur at any point after AUS insertion. Careful consideration of the urologic, medical, and operative risk factors for each patient can help prevent complications. A systematic approach to early and late complications facilitates their identification and effective management. The evaluating urologist must have a thorough understanding of potential AUS complications in order to restore quality of life in men with bothersome SUI. (Source: Current Urology Reports)
Source: Current Urology Reports - March 29, 2021 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
RE: RE: Kidney Transplantation in Transgender Patients
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Source: Current Urology Reports - March 29, 2021 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
A Response to Jue et al, “Kidney Transplantation in Transgender Patients”
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Source: Current Urology Reports - March 29, 2021 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
Artificial Urinary Sphincter Complications: Risk Factors, Workup, and Clinical Approach
We present our algorithm for diagnosis and management of AUS complications.SummaryDespite being the gold standard of treatment for men with SUI, major and minor complications can occur at any point after AUS insertion. Careful consideration of the urologic, medical, and operative risk factors for each patient can help prevent complications. A systematic approach to early and late complications facilitates their identification and effective management. The evaluating urologist must have a thorough understanding of potential AUS complications in order to restore quality of life in men with bothersome SUI. (Source: Current Urology Reports)
Source: Current Urology Reports - March 29, 2021 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
RE: RE: Kidney Transplantation in Transgender Patients
(Source: Current Urology Reports)
Source: Current Urology Reports - March 29, 2021 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
A Response to Jue et al, “Kidney Transplantation in Transgender Patients”
(Source: Current Urology Reports)
Source: Current Urology Reports - March 29, 2021 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
Techniques and Outcomes of MRI-TRUS Fusion Prostate Biopsy
AbstractPurpose of ReviewThe goal of this study is to review recent findings and evaluate the utility of MRI transrectal ultrasound fusion biopsy (FBx) techniques and discuss future directions.Recent FindingsFBx detects significantly higher rates of clinically significant prostate cancer (csPCa) than ultrasound-guided systematic prostate biopsy (SBx), particularly in repeat biopsy settings. FBx has also been shown to detect significantly lower rates of clinically insignificant prostate cancer. In addition, a dedicated prostate MRI can assist in more accurately predicting the Gleason score and provide further information re...
Source: Current Urology Reports - March 22, 2021 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
