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Surgeon Decision-Making: A Contemporary, Qualitative Analysis of Urologists.
Others Urological Conditions 1 min.
The decision to operate is one of the most complex and essential responsibilities that surgeons hold, yet it remains poorly understood. Existing interventions often overlook the intuitive nature of surgical judgment, limiting their impact. This study explores how surgeons make decisions to operate and...
Efficacy of preoperative electroacupuncture for ureteral access sheath placement during first-stage flexible ureteroscopy in urolithiasis: a multicenter, randomized, single-blind, sham-controlled trial protocol
Others Urological Conditions 6 min.
Urolithiasis remains a significant public health concern globally, with a particularly notable burden in China, where its prevalence is estimated at 7.54%, ranging from 1.61% to 20.45% across diverse regions [1]. Recent epidemiological surveys indicate an upward trend, driven by factors such as dietary...
Body composition and immunotherapy outcomes in patients with advanced urothelial carcinoma
Others Urological Conditions 4 min.
Treatment for advanced urothelial carcinoma (aUC) has progressed over recent decades [1]. Although platinum-based chemotherapy yields response rates of 40–50%, many patients eventually experience disease progression, necessitating additional lines of therapy [2]. The advent of immune checkpoint...
Comparative analysis of biofilm detection methods and antibiotic resistance in catheter-associated uropathogens: a cross-sectional study from Syria
Others Urological Conditions 6 min.
Biofilms are structured communities of microorganisms embedded within a self-produced extracellular polymeric substance (EPS), known as the biofilm matrix, which enables microbial cells to adhere to each other as well as to biotic and abiotic surfaces [1, 2]. Biofilm formation is a dynamic, multi-stage...
Is YouTube a reliable source of current information and education about urodynamics? A cross-sectional analysis
Others Urological Conditions 3 min.
The primary functions of the lower urinary tract are the storage and voluntary emptying of urine. A healthy bladder stores urine at low pressure and enables controlled urination [1]. Urodynamic studies (UDS) are among the standardized tests used to evaluate lower urinary tract function and to diagnose...
