Endourology

1470 nm Diode Laser Enucleation versus Plasmakinetic Bipolar Resection of the Prostate for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: a Randomized Study.

The purpose of the current work was to comparatively assess 1470 nm diode laser enucleation (DiLEP) and plasmakinetic bipolar resection (PKRP) of the prostate for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Contemporary Comparison of Open to Robotic Prostatectomy at a Veteran's Affairs Hospital.

Among veterans, prostate cancer is the most common malignancy and has a higher incidence compared to the rest of the nation. No study has compared the effectiveness of Robotic-assisted-laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RALP) vs.

Outcomes and long-term follow-up with the use of ureteral access sheath (UAS) for paediatric ureteroscopy and stone treatment: Results from a tertiary endourology centre.

The aim of this study was to retrospectively analyze outcomes of flexible ureteroscopy and laser fragmentation (FURSL) of renal stones with the use of ureteral access sheath (UAS) in the paediatric population.

Ambulatory Tubeless Mini-PCNL using Moses Technology and Dusting Technique.

To demonstrate the use of the Moses technology for holmium laser lithotripsy in conjunction with mini-PCNL to treat a lower pole stone. The Moses technology is a pulse modulation method that can reduce stone retropulsion, which may have advantages when used during mini-PCNL.

Perception and practice patterns of holmium laser goggles in endourological procedures: an unnecessary evil?

The holmium laser is used increasingly for a wide array of urological procedures. Laser safety goggles are mandatory at many centers for individuals within the nominal hazard zone, as set out by the institution.

Assessment of residual stone fragments after retrograde intrarenal surgery

To define the most suitable approach to assess residual stone fragments after RIRS.

Ninety two patients (115 renal units) submitted to RIRS for symptomatic kidney stones > 5 mm and < 20 mm or < 15 mm in the lower calyx diagnosed by noncontrast computed tomography (NCCT) were prospectively studied.

Perioperative Systemic Inflammatory Response following Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Cystectomy vs. Open Mini-Laparotomy Cystectomy: A Prospective Study

Surgeries, such as radical cystectomy (RC), induce a systemic inflammatory response (SIR). SIR plays an important role in controlling the human immune system. This study aims at comparing the SIR in robot-assisted laparoscopic cystectomy (RALC) to open mini-laparotomy cystectomy (OMC) with a urinary diversion (UD).

Robotic Radical Perineal Cystectomy And Extended Pelvic Lymphadenectomy: Initial Investigation Using A Purpose-Built Single-Port Robotic System

To assess the feasibility of perineal radical cystoprostatectomy using the latest generation purpose-built single-port robotic surgical system.

In two male cadavers, the da Vinci SP1098 Surgical System was used to perform radical cystoprostatectomy and bilateral extended pelvic lymphadenectomy.

Development methodology of the novel Endoscopic stone treatment step 1 (EST s1) training/assessment curriculum

Background Simulation based technical-skill assessment is a core topic of debate, especially in high-risk environments. After the introduction of the E-BLUS exam for basic laparoscopy, no more technical training/assessment urological protocols have been developed in Europe.

Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Urachal Excision in Children

To report the first exclusively pediatric series of robot-assisted urachal remnant excisions in children.

We reviewed the medical records of all children who underwent robot-assisted excision of urachal remnants from 2010 to 2016.