Biopsy Updates: Do We Have Clarity?
Ronald P. Kaufman, Jr., MD, compares transrectal and transperineal prostate biopsies, highlighting infection rates and cancer detection.
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Topic: Men’s Health
The Future of Male SUI Surgery is Now
Brian J. Flynn, MD, explores advancements in treating male stress urinary incontinence, and the shift toward passive and adjustable devices.
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IPP and Penile Curvature Decisions: Doing Nothing, Something or Everything
Jay Simhan, MD, FACS, examines the challenges of penile implants in patients with refractory erectile dysfunction and Peyronie’s disease.
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Testosterone and Cardiovascular Risk: TRAVERSE Trial and New FDA Label Change
Mohit Khera, MD, MBA, MPH, discusses testosterone therapy and cardiovascular risk, focusing on the TRAVERSE trial and FDA label changes.
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Managing the Post Radiation Bladder Neck and Proximal Urethral Stricture Challenges
Jay Simhan, MD, FACS, explores the challenges of post-radiation bladder neck and proximal urethral strictures.
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The King of Enucleations: HoLEP
Mitchell R. Humphreys, MD, MPH, delves into benign prostatic hyperplasia management and holmium laser enucleation (HoLEP).
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Penile Filling with Hyaluronic Acid – Where are We
Fernando Tardelli, MD, explores penile enlargement, particularly using hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers as a minimally invasive approach.
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New Approaches to the Management of Priapism: Guidelines Commentary
Arthur L. Burnett II, MD, MBA, FACS, reflects on over 30 years of research on priapism.
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5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors Increase the Risk of Aggressive Prostate Cancer: Fact or Myth
Gerald L. Andriole, Jr., MD, challenges misconceptions about 5-ARIs in urology, focusing on their role in prostate cancer.
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Morcellation and Potential HoLEP Complications
Amy E. Krambeck, MD, discusses HoLEP morcellation and its associated complications, emphasizing procedural refinements and patient safety.
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MIST Procedures and Sexual Dysfunction
Faysal A. Yafi, MD, FRCSC, discusses minimally invasive surgical procedures and their impact on sexual dysfunction.
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Urodynamics Review
Stephen R. Kraus, MD, MBA, FACS, provides a comprehensive review of urodynamics, discussing key concepts and practical applications in evaluating lower urinary tract function. This 14-minute presentation emphasizes the importance of understanding both the storage and emptying phases of bladder function.
Dr. Kraus details how dysfunction can arise from a bladder issue, an outlet problem, or both. Specific examples are given and complex cases are also included. Kraus notes results from various tests, such as those for stress incontinence, overactive bladder, and neurogenic bladder, help guide the use of urodynamics in clinical practice. He highlights the need for careful interpretation of test results to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
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