Editorial Comment: “Access to Care and Healthcare Utilization Among Patients with Nephrolithiasis”
The article presents a compelling hypothesis on the determinants impacting access to healthcare among individuals diagnosed with nephrolithiasis. The primary outcomes were patients' self-reported healthcare access and utilization. The authors' study is timely in light of two recently published studies about access to health care in urology; these studies have underscored the impact of delays in stone treatment following stent placement, which is often influenced by variations in healthcare access. (Source: Urology)
Source: Urology - February 22, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Juliana Villanueva-Congote, Brian H. Eisner Source Type: research
Laparoscopic and Robot -Assisted Laparoscopic reimplantation for lower ureter pathology. A multi institutional comparative study in 1343 patients
To evaluate the outcomes of children with vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) and obstructive megaureter (OM) utilizing various laparoscopic and robot assisted approaches. (Source: Urology)
Source: Urology - February 22, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Leon Chertin, Stanislav Kocherov, Pavel Bakaleyshchik, Yuri Baranov, Vitaliy Dubrov, Iliya Kagantsov, Sergey Karpachev, Galina Kuzovleva, Alexander Pirogov, Yuri Rudin, Dmitriy Sablin, Vladimir Sizonov, Oleg Shmyrov, Amnon Zisman, Boris Chertin, Amos Nehe Source Type: research
Editorial Comment on “Urinary and Fecal Incontinence During Sexual Activity Is Common and Bothersome Among Adults With Spina Bifida”
In a large online survey, Roth et al found that both most adults with spina bifida experience urinary incontinence and many experience fecal incontinence during sexual activity (70% and 45%, respectively).1 There are several important implications of their results. First, this is the first large study to demonstrate that urinary incontinence during sexual activity occurs in men and not just women. Indeed, 62% of men in this study experienced urinary incontinence.1 Ironically, although studies have been conducted on sexual function in men with spina bifida, they have failed to capture this highly bothersome aspect of their ...
Source: Urology - February 21, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Courtney S. Streur Tags: Editorial Comment Source Type: research
Editorial comment on: “Clinical efficacy evaluation of a novel negative pressure ureteroscopic lithotripsy for ureteral stones”
There have been numerous advances in the treatment of nephrolithiasis including miniaturized instrumentation and new laser technology; however, the purpose of the procedure remains the same – to render the patient stone free. Recent publications reemphasizes the need to render patients stone free with residual fragment size contributing to stone-related events for both percutaneous nephrolithotomy1 and ureteroscopy.2 Both the vacuum assisted ureteral and percutaneous access sheaths a re now commonly used with advertised benefits of a reduction in stone retropulsion, shorter operating room times and potentially reducing p...
Source: Urology - February 21, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Kuer-Ban Tuoheti, Tong-Zu Liu, Xing-Huan Wang, Ting Wang, Yong-Zhi Wang, Zhong-Hua Wu, Roshan M. Patel Tags: Surgical Techniques in Urology Source Type: research
Pelvic Neuroblastoma of the Pediatric Prostate
We present a 4-year-old patient with pelvic neuroblastoma arising from the prostate and describe the medical and surgical management of this challenging case. While pelvic neuroblastoma may have an improved prognosis, this case demonstrates the challenging surgical decisions that accompany these patients to maintain quality of life while balancing oncologic efficacy of treatment. (Source: Urology)
Source: Urology - February 21, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Christopher J. Staniorski, Marcus M. Malek, Paul K. Waltz, Miguel Reyes-M úgica, Michael C. Ost Source Type: research
Experience with Extra-Tunical Grafting and Tunica Albuginea Plication for Correction of Indentation Deformity in Men with Peyronie's Disease
To further evaluate extra-tunical grafting (ETG), a relatively new surgical option to treat corporal indentation in those with Peyronie ’s Disease without buckling or hinge effect, we report our experience, patient satisfaction, and surgical outcomes. (Source: Urology)
Source: Urology - February 21, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Daniel Roadman, Jose Quesada-Olarte, William Langbo, Spencer Mossack, Laurence Levine Source Type: research
Pigmented Epithelioid Melanocytoma of the Penis: A Case Report
Pigmented epithelioid melanocytoma (PEM) is rare cutaneous melanocytic proliferation, characterized by heavily pigmented melanocytes, with a potential for regional node metastasis, but with an overall favorable clinical course. Here, we describe an uncommon case of PEM involving the penis in an adolescent patient. (Source: Urology)
Source: Urology - February 21, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Morgan Sturgis, Emily Hejna, Ankica Braun, Aadil Ahmed, Cristina O ’Donoghue, Jonathan Ross Source Type: research
Clinical efficacy evaluation of a novel negative pressure ureteroscopic lithotripsy for ureteral stones
We thank the Editorial Comment for recognizing our work on the novel negative pressure ureteroscopic lithotripsy (NP-URL). This method, integrating a tee joint and a 5F ureteric catheter, is designed to offer a more efficient and safer alternative to standard practices, focusing on reduced retropulsion and lower intrarenal pressures. It represents a significant step forward in making ureteroscopic lithotripsy both cost-effective and accessible, especially in resource-constrained environments. The editorial's recognition underscores the potential of NP-URL to improve stone-free rates and reduce complications without the nee...
Source: Urology - February 21, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Kuer-Ban Tuoheti, Tong-Zu Liu, Xing-Huan Wang, Ting Wang, Yong-Zhi Wang, Zhong-Hua Wu Source Type: research
Racial disparities in diagnosis and treatment of depression Associated with androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer
To analyze potential racial disparities in the diagnosis and management of depression associated with androgen deprivation therapy. (Source: Urology)
Source: Urology - February 21, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Asher L. Mandel, Rishabh K. Simhal, Yash B. Shah, Kerith R. Wang, Costas D. Lallas, Mihir S. Shah Source Type: research
Accuracy and readability of kidney stone patient information materials generated by a large language model compared to official urologic organizations
To compare the readability and accuracy of large language model generated patient information materials (PIMs) to those supplied by the American Urological Association (AUA), Canadian Urological Association (CUA), and European Association of Urology (EAU) for kidney stones. (Source: Urology)
Source: Urology - February 21, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Abdulghafour Halawani, Alec Mitchell, Mohammadali Saffarzadeh, Victor Wong, Ben H. Chew, Connor M. Forbes Source Type: research
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Source: Urology - February 21, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Courtney S. Streur Source Type: research
Pelvic Floor Disorders among Minority Women: Differences in Prevalence, Severity and Health-Related Social Needs
To characterize prevalence and severity of pelvic floor disorders (PFDs) in various healthcare settings and to examine unmet Health-related Social Needs (HRSN) among minority women. (Source: Urology)
Source: Urology - February 21, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Aaron A. Gurayah, Sanjana Satish, Christina C. Yarborough, Nathalie Perez, Katherine Amin, Ekene A. Enemchukwu, Raveen Syan Source Type: research
Robotic simple cystectomy as a last resort for antibiotic-recalcitrant recurrent urinary tract infections in women
To report a series of women with antibiotic-recalcitrant recurrent urinary tract infections (rUTI) managed with robotic simple cystectomy and ileal conduit urinary diversion. (Source: Urology)
Source: Urology - February 21, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Caitlin E. Carlton, Alana L. Christie, Bonnie C. Prokesch, Tze-Chen Chao, Maude E. Carmel, Gary E. Lemack, Ramy Goueli, Vitaly Margulis, Philippe E. Zimmern Source Type: research
Editorial Commentary on “Racial Disparities in Diagnosis and Treatment of Depression Associated with Androgen Deprivation Therapy for Prostate Cancer”
Racial disparities in prostate cancer treatment and their subsequent impact on outcomes including mortality have been well described. In addition to lower screening rates, inequities in guideline-concordant treatment, and lower representation in clinical trials,1 there are also disparities in health-related quality of life related to prostate cancer treatment in Black men,2,3 of which androgen-deprivation therapy (ADT)-associated depression is a major component. (Source: Urology)
Source: Urology - February 20, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Hiba M. Khan Tags: Editorial Comment Source Type: research
Editorial Comment on “Refining Bacteriuria as a Risk Factor for Complications After Urethroplasty: Identifying the Culprit”
In addition to standard peri-operative prophylaxis, both the American Urological Association and the Infectious Diseases Society of America recommend screening for asymptomatic bacteriuria prior to any procedure impacting the integrity of the urothelium and pre-treating in a culture-directed manner with a goal to improve antibiotic stewardship.1,2 However, it remains unclear when asymptomatic bacteriuria is clinically significant. The authors of this retrospective, single-institution study aimed to answer this question in the setting of urethroplasty by identifying which bacteria pose a higher risk for complications, that ...
Source: Urology - February 20, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Ahmad N. Alzubaidi, Michael Mawhorter, Joseph Y. Clark Tags: Editorial Comment Source Type: research
