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Diabetes predicts metastasis after radical prostatectomy in obese men: results from the SEARCH database
Conclusions Diabetes was not associated with metastasis risk overall. Stratification by obesity yielded significant differences, with diabetes linked to a fourfold higher metastasis risk in obese men, despite predicting more aggressive secondary treatment. Longer diabetes duration was also associated with increased metastasis risk.
Source: BJU International - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Chenwei Wu, William J. Aronson, Martha K. Terris, Joseph C. Presti, Christopher J. Kane, Christopher L. Amling, Stephen J. Freedland Tags: Urological Oncology Source Type: research

Discrediting microscopic pyuria and leucocyte esterase as diagnostic surrogates for infection in patients with lower urinary tract symptoms: results from a clinical and laboratory evaluation
Conclusions Pyuria performs badly as a surrogate of UTI in patients with LUTS. This is exacerbated by cell loss during storage, and neither centrifugation, nor staining, appears to confer any diagnostic advantage. Clinicians should be alerted to the significant limitations of these tests.
Source: BJU International - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Anthony S. Kupelian, Harry Horsley, Rajvinder Khasriya, Rasheedah T. Amussah, Raj Badiani, Angela M. Courtney, Nihil S. Chandhyoke, Usama Riaz, Karishma Savlani, Malik Moledina, Samantha Montes, Dominic O'Connor, Rakhee Visavadia, Michael Kelsey, Jennifer Tags: Functional Urology Source Type: research

Experimental evaluation of an electromechanical artificial urinary sphincter in an animal model
Conclusions This animal study shows that the emAUS can provide continence. This new electronic controlled sequential alternating compression mechanism can avoid damage to urethral vascularity, at least up to 3 months after implantation. After this positive proof of concept, long‐term studies are needed before clinical application could be considered.
Source: BJU International - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Massimo Valerio, Patrice Jichlinski, Roland Dahlem, Piergiorgio Tozzi, Anthony R. Mundy Tags: Functional Urology Source Type: research

Ki‐67, mini‐chromosome maintenance 2 protein (MCM2) and geminin have no independent prognostic relevance for cancer‐specific survival in surgically treated squamous cell carcinoma of the penis
Conclusions At present, conventional histopathological criteria remain the most powerful predictors of CSS in surgically treated SCCP. Due to overlapping staining profiles, Ki‐67, MCM2 and geminin, either singly or in various combinations, failed to immunohistochemically refine the boundaries between Broders' grading categories. Ki‐67, MCM2 and geminin do not represent independent prognostic parameters but reflect a more aggressive behaviour in surgically treated SCCP. Further studies are needed to clarify the currently contradictory predictive role of proliferation‐associated biomarkers in terms of predicting nodal ...
Source: BJU International - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Matthias May, Maximilian Burger, Wolfgang Otto, Oliver W. Hakenberg, Wolf F. Wieland, Dieter May, Ferdinand Hofstädter, Stefanie Götz, Nina Niessl, Hans‐Martin Fritsche, Kristina Birnkammer, Christian Gilfrich, Julia Peter, Anjun Jain, Stefan Koch, St Tags: Translational Science Source Type: research

Imbalance between matrix metalloproteinase‐1 (MMP‐1) and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase‐1 (TIMP‐1) contributes to bladder compliance changes in rabbits with partial bladder outlet obstruction (PBOO)
Conclusion These findings indicate that the imbalance between MMP‐1 and TIMP‐1 favours accumulation of extracellular collagen, the structural components associated with decreased bladder compliance after PBOO.
Source: BJU International - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Lin Yang, Runming Liu, Xinyang Wang, Dalin He Tags: Translational Science Source Type: research

How are patients managing with the costs of care for chronic kidney disease in Australia? A cross-sectional study
Conclusions: This study describes the poorer economic circumstances of households affected by CKD and reinforces the inter-relationships between chronic illness, economic well-being and quality of life for this patient population.
Source: BMC Nephrology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Beverley EssueGermaine WongJeremy ChapmanQiang MBiostatStephen Jan Source Type: research

Staghorn morphometry for percutaneous nephrolithotomy
Sagorika PaulIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):473-474
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Sagorika Paul Source Type: research

Is it necessary to treat all patients with silent ureteral stones? Ongoing dilemma!
Jai PrakashIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):472-473
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Jai Prakash Source Type: research

Tissue-engineered autologous urethras for complex urethral problems: From envision to reality
Manas R PradhanIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):470-471
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Manas R Pradhan Source Type: research

Near-infrared spectroscopy for diagnosis of detrusor overactivity: A step towards non-invasive evaluation
Neeraj Kumar GoyalIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):469-470
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Neeraj Kumar Goyal Source Type: research

Impact of timing of surgery in upper tract urothelial carcinoma
Swarnendu MandalIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):467-468
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Swarnendu Mandal Source Type: research

Spider: The next frontier in urological surgery
Deepak S NagathanIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):466-467
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Deepak S Nagathan Source Type: research

Effectiveness of a single post-operative Mitomycin-C on prevention of bladder tumor after nephroureterectomy for primary upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma
Sagorika PaulIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):464-465
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Sagorika Paul Source Type: research

Current controversies and consensus on extended lymphadenectomy in renal cell carcinoma
RM SathishkumarIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):463-464
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: RM Sathishkumar Source Type: research

Xanthoma of the urinary bladder - A rare entity
M Vimal, D Masih, MT Manipadam, KN ChackoIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):461-462Xanthomas of the urinary bladder are rare. They may be associated with metabolic disorders. We hereby report a case of bladder xanthoma.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: M VimalD MasihMT ManipadamKN Chacko Source Type: research

Intravenous urography supplemented with computerised tomography urogram: A pragmatic hybrid imaging approach to hydronephrosis
Conclusions: The concept of a CTU limited to a single-phase study to supplement an inconclusive IVU optimizes the contrast and radiation dose to the affected patients. It is a cost-effective, timely, and definitive 'imaging intervention' and should be considered a viable hybrid technique to be utilized selectively and judiciously.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Raju A GeorgeAneesh MohimenJyotindu DebnathLovleen SatijaPiyush JoshiSubhash C Godara Source Type: research

Nonsurgical management of bilateral adrenal abscess in newborn with therapeutic aspiration under ultrasonographic guidance
We present this case focusing on the usefulness of needle aspiration under ultrasonographic guidance. The bilateral suprarenal cystic masses are identified by ultrasonography and different sequences of magnetic resonance imaging.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Vivek PatreHulesh MandleOnkar Khandwal Source Type: research

Complete penoscrotal transposition: A three-stage procedure
We describe a new case of CPST and its sequential correction.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Ivan SomozaMaria G PalaciosRoberto MendezDiego Vela Source Type: research

Rare case of blastemal predominant adult Wilms' tumor with skeletal metastasis case report and brief review of literature
We report a case of 19-year-old female presented with severe low backache and colicky left loin pain of 3 months and progressive weakness of 15 days duration. Magnetic resonance image (MRI) of lumbosacral spine was reported as spinal metastasis with right renal mass. The patient underwent right radical nephrectomy and the tumor was histopathologically confirmed as adult Wilms' tumor. In case of adult Wilms' tumor, distant metastasis may be the first presentation and this possibility should be considered when an adult patient presents with flank pain and a renal mass.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Rashmi PatnayakD. V. S. RambabuAmitabh JenaBodagala VijaylaxmiBV PhaneendraM Kumaraswamy Reddy Source Type: research

Inadvertent suprapubic gastrostomy: Report of a unique complication of blind percutaneous suprapubic trocar cystostomy
We report a case of inadvertent placement of suprapubic catheter into a dilated and ptotic stomach. This is the first reported case of this complication of suprapubic cystostomy.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Sandip Kumar HalderImran KhanPrasenjit MukhopadhyaySushil Kumar Paira Source Type: research

Management of a renal calculus larger than 4 cm in a patient with tuberous sclerosis complex-associated angiomyolipoma
We describe the case of a 65-year-old man having tuberous sclerosis complex-associated multifocal renal angiomyolipomas with a large renal calculus. The patient presented with left flank dullness and a previous history of spontaneous angiomyolipoma rupture. Intravenous pyelography revealed a 43 × 16 mm calculus in the pelvis and lower calyx of the left kidney. The calculus was successfully removed by retrograde flexible ureterorenoscopy and holmium-YAG lithotripsy. Flexible ureterorenoscopy is an effective, minimally invasive therapy for patients at high risk of renal hemorrhage.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Koichi KodamaYasukazu TakaseIsamu Motoi Source Type: research

Ureteroscopy-assisted retrograde nephrostomy for an obese patient
Takashi Kawahara, Junichi Matsuzaki, Yoshinobu KubotaIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):439-441Obesity is associated with increased surgical morbidity and mortality. We previously reported on the usefulness of ureteroscopy assisted retrograde nephrostomy (UARN) and here we report a case of renal calculi successfully treated with UARN during percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) in an obese patient. A 63-year-old female with left renal calculi was referred to Department of Urology, Ohguchi Higashi General Hospital. Her body mass index was 34.0 kg/m 2 . Stone fragments were completely extracted. URS-assisted puncture from th...
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Takashi KawaharaJunichi MatsuzakiYoshinobu Kubota Source Type: research

Migrated embolization coil: A rare cause of urinary tract obstruction
We report a case of post-PCNL hematuria in whom angioembolization was done. An early erosion of the embolization coil from the renal vasculature into the urinary collecting system occurred, causing urinary tract obstruction and urinary tract infection (UTI). The coil was retrieved ureteroscopically after control of UTI with antibiotics. Migration of embolization coil into urinary collecting system is a rare but important cause of urinary tract obstruction. The treating physician as well as the patient should be aware of this complication.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Anand BhageriaAmlesh SethGirdhar S Bora Source Type: research

Robot-assisted laparoscopic bladder diverticulectomy in a seven-year-old child: Case report and points of technique
We report the case of a seven-year-old boy who presented with painful micturition and terminal haematuria due to a congenital bladder diverticulum. Robot-assisted laparoscopic diverticulectomy was performed. The patient had an uneventful recovery. We describe the points of technique pertinent to the procedure.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Raguram GanesamoniArvind P GanpuleMahesh R Desai Source Type: research

Rhabdomyosarcomatous differentiation in a spermatocytic seminoma with review of literature
Vikram Narang, Kirti Gupta, Arvind Gupta, Santosh KumarIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):430-433The sarcomatous differentiation occurring in spermatocytic seminoma (SS) renders an aggressive behavior with metastatic potential to this relatively indolent neoplasm. Correct identification of this sarcomatous component is essential as further management differs. Herein, we report a case of young male with SS with rapid increase in size of the tumor. Histopathology revealed a rhabdomyosarcomatous component infiltrating the rete-testis and epididymis along with a well-circumscribed SS.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Vikram NarangKirti GuptaArvind GuptaSantosh Kumar Source Type: research

Holmium laser fulguration of superficial urothelial carcinoma of the pendulous urethra
Michael A Liss, Leland Ronningen, Atreya DashIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):427-429Urothelial carcinoma may occur anywhere in the urinary tract including the pendulous urethra. To prevent urethral stricture after resection and monopolor fulguration we describe the use of the holmium laser to fulgurate recurrent pTa UC from the urethra. The surgical approach was staged and provided excellent long term results for management of superficial UC.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Michael A LissLeland RonningenAtreya Dash Source Type: research

Neoadjuvant and adjuvant chemotherapy for muscle-invasive bladder cancer: The likelihood of initiation and completion
Conclusions: Patients with MIBC are more likely to initiate and complete NAC than AC.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Ahmed EldefrawyMark S SolowayDevendar KatkooriRakesh SingalDavid PanMurugesan Manoharan Source Type: research

Case for resurgence of radical perineal prostatecomy in Indian subcontinent
Conclusions: As the world is taking note of radical perineal prostatectomy again, with a very small learning curve, minimal invasion and good oncological control urologists from Indian subcontinent should also embrace this procedure in view of the relative limited resources available.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Rajeev SoodNikhil KhattarRishi NayyarSachin KathuriaVineet NarangDevashish Kaushal Source Type: research

Correlation between differential renal function estimation using CT-based functional renal parenchymal volume and 99m Tc - DTPA renal scan
Conclusion: There is a strong correlation between percent renal volume determined by CT scan and percent renal function determined by 99m TC - DTPA renal scan both in obstructed and in normal units. CT-based percent renal volume can be used as a single radiological tests for both functional and anatomical assessment of impaired renal units.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Debanga SarmaSasanka K BaruaTP RajeevSaumar J Baruah Source Type: research

Does urinary metabolic assessment in idiopathic calcium nephrolithiasis matter? A matched case control study among Indian siblings
Conclusions: The urinary biochemical profile of idiopathic calcium nephrolithiasis was similar to the appropriately matched family member. It appears that an independent intrinsic factor may possibly be present and responsible for stone disease. The usefulness of urinary metabolic evaluation is seems to be of doubtful significance.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Gaurav GuptaMukha R PaulSantosh KumarAntony DevasiaNV MahendriPrasanna SamuelNitin S KekreNinan K Chacko Source Type: research

Voiding dysfunction after repair of giant trigonal vesicovaginal or urethrovesicovaginal fistulae: A need for long-term follow-up
Conclusion: Even after successful repair, patients with complex trigonal or urethra-vesicovaginal fistulae warrant indefinite long-term follow-up for voiding dysfunction in view of possibility of developing poorly compliant bladder.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Mayank Mohan AgarwalSathishkumar Mothilal RaamyaRavimohan MavuduruArup K MandalShrawan K Singh Source Type: research

Bone densitometric assessment and management of fracture risk in Indian men of prostate cancer on androgen deprivation therapy: Does practice pattern match the guidelines?
Conclusion: Majority of the urologists in India do not follow the guidelines for BMD measurement in prostate cancer. A baseline BMD may help in reducing the unnecessary use of ZA.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Manas R PradhanAnil MandhaniSaurabh S ChipdeAlok SrivastavaManmeet SinghRakesh Kapoor Source Type: research

Prospective evaluation of complications using the modified Clavien grading system, and of success rates of percutaneous nephrolithotomy using Guy's Stone Score: A single-center experience
Conclusion: Although the complication rates were higher most were of low grade and self-limiting. Complications were significantly more common with higher GSS and the GSS effectively predicted stone-free rates.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Swarnendu MandalApul GoelRohit KathpaliaSatyanarayan SankhwarVishwajeet SinghRahul J SinhaBhupender P SinghDivakar Dalela Source Type: research

Proteus: Mythology to modern times
Conclusions: Thus proteus, true to its name, has had a myriad of connotations over the centuries.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Senthy V SellaturayRaj NairIan K DickinsonSeshadri Sriprasad Source Type: research

Exstrophy epispadias complex- Issues beyond the initial repair
Jai K Mahajan, Kattragadda L.N. RaoIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):382-387Despite advances in the management of exstrophy epispadias complex (EEC), the quality of life of these patients is far from good. The post-operative period is complicated by numerous and variable events - infection, dehiscence, upper tract dilatation with deterioration, fistulas, stone formation and incontinence to name a few of the major complications. Redo surgery for bladder closure, bladder neck reconstruction, epispadias repair and closure of fistulas are frequently required. The current focus is on limiting the frequency and morbidity of t...
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Jai K MahajanKattragadda L.N. Rao Source Type: research

Vitamin D receptor as a therapeutic target for benign prostatic hyperplasia
Parmeet Kaur Manchanda, Aaron J Kibler, Mei Zhang, Janani Ravi, Hemant K BidIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):377-381The bioactive form of vitamin D, 1α, 25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 (1α, 25(OH)2D3), is a secosteroid hormone that binds to the vitamin D receptor (VDR), a member of the nuclear receptor super-family expressed in many cell types, and modulates a variety of biological functions. 1α, 25(OH)2D3 is essential for bone and mineral homeostasis, but also regulates growth and differentiation of multiple cell types, and displays immunoregulatory and anti-inflammatory activities. The anti...
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Parmeet Kaur ManchandaAaron J KiblerMei ZhangJanani RaviHemant K Bid Source Type: research

The rise and rise of technology in urology- Cost-effective medicine vs. new treatments
Nitin S KekreIndian Journal of Urology 2012 28(4):375-376
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Nitin S Kekre Source Type: research

Gender difference in brain activation to audio-visual sexual stimulation; do women and men experience the same level of arousal in response to the same video clip?
Gender difference in brain activation to audio-visual sexual stimulation; do women and men experience the same level of arousal in response to the same video clip? International Journal of Impotence Research advance online publication, January 10 2013. doi:10.1038/ijir.2012.47 Authors: W S Chung, S M Lim, J H Yoo & H Yoon
Source: International Journal of Impotence Research - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: W S ChungS M LimJ H YooH Yoon Tags: audio-visual stimulation functional brain MRI gender sexual response Source Type: research

Efficacy and safety of the simultaneous administration of mirodenafil and an α-blocker in men with BPH-LUTS: a multicenter open-label prospective study
Efficacy and safety of the simultaneous administration of mirodenafil and an α-blocker in men with BPH-LUTS: a multicenter open-label prospective study International Journal of Impotence Research advance online publication, January 10 2013. doi:10.1038/ijir.2012.44 Authors: W J Bang, C Y Oh, C Yoo, J S Cho, D Y Yang, D H Lee, S H Lee & B H Chung
Source: International Journal of Impotence Research - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: W J BangC Y OhC YooJ S ChoD Y YangD H LeeS H LeeB H Chung Tags: adrenergic α-antagonists lower urinary tract symptoms mirodenafil PDE5 inhibitors prostatic hyperplasia Source Type: research

Association between cigarette smoking and erectile tumescence: the mediating role of heart rate variability
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Source: International Journal of Impotence Research - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: C B HarteC M Meston Tags: erectile function heart rate variability mediation penile hemodynamics smoking smoking cessation Source Type: research

The impact of ankylosing spondylitis on female sexual functions
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Source: International Journal of Impotence Research - January 10, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: M A SariyildizI BatmazA InanirB DilekM BozkurtY BezM KarakoçR Çevik Tags: ankylosing spondylitis anxiety depression disease activity female sexual function functional statement Source Type: research

Regional anthropometric measures associated with the severity of liver injury in patients with non‐alcoholic fatty liver disease
ConclusionsRegional anthropometric measures are associated with severity of NAFLD in a sex‐specific manner. Men and women with lower arm fat depots and women with bigger waist circumference have a greater likelihood of liver injury. Age and waist circumference seem to be associated with liver fibrosis. Simple anthropometric measurements of peripheral fat deposits may help stratify significant liver injury risk.
Source: Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics - January 9, 2013 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: V. Subramanian, R. D. Johnston, P. Kaye, G. P. Aithal Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Location and Characterization of GAPDS in Male Reproduction
Urol Int (DOI:10.1159/000345629)
Source: Urologia Internationalis : Last 20 articles - January 9, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research

Supplementary X-Ray for Ultrasound-Guided Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy in Supine Position versus Standard Technique: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Urol Int (DOI:10.1159/000345796)
Source: Urologia Internationalis : Last 20 articles - January 9, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research

The Prognostic Use of Inflammation and Tissue Necrosis in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Urol Int (DOI:10.1159/000345907)
Source: Urologia Internationalis : Last 20 articles - January 9, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research

Telmisartan Attenuates Diabetic Nephropathy by Suppressing Oxidative Stress in db/db Mice
Nephron Exp Nephrol 2012;121:e97–e108 (DOI:10.1159/000343102)
Source: Nephron Experimental Nephrology - January 9, 2013 Category: Neurology Source Type: research

Drug-Induced Liver Injury Associated with Noni (Morinda citrifolia) Juice and Phenobarbital
Case Rep Gastroenterol 2013;7:19–24 (DOI:10.1159/000343651)
Source: Karger Publishers - January 9, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research

Editorial Board
Source: The Journal of Urology - January 9, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Frontmatter Source Type: research