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Case ReportUrology

Detection of an inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor in the testis by FDG-PET/CT; a rare presentation of a rare neoplasm.

FDG-PET/CT in a 73-year-old man revealed incidental FDG accumulation in the left testicle which was eventually diagnosed as an inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor (IMT): a rare localization of a rare tumor.

Semin Nucl MedAug 6, 2026Read case
Clinical ResearchUrology

Open vs Endoscopic Management of Benign Ureteroenteric Anastomotic Strictures: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis compared open reconstruction with endoscopic treatment for benign ureteroenteric anastomotic strictures after urinary diversion in adults.

J EndourolAug 6, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchUrologyOpen access

Male reproductive surgeries and long-term kidney outcomes: a Mendelian randomization and meta-analysis of UK Biobank and FinnGen.

This meta-analysis and Mendelian randomization study examined the long-term kidney outcomes associated with genetic liability to male reproductive surgeries in UK Biobank and FinnGen populations.

Ren FailAug 4, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchUrology

Gonadal function and fertility outcomes after orchiopexy versus orchiectomy for testicular torsion: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated hormonal profiles and semen parameters in 538 patients treated with orchiopexy versus orchiectomy for testicular torsion.

J Pediatr SurgAug 4, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchOncology (Medical)Open access

Treatment of Hot Flashes in Men With Prostate Cancer Undergoing Androgen Deprivation Therapy.

This systematic review evaluated pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for treating hot flashes in men with prostate cancer undergoing androgen deprivation therapy.

ProstateAug 2, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchUrology

Physician-Supervised ChatGPT-Assisted Versus Physician-Led Informed Consent for Reducing Preoperative Anxiety: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

This prospective, open-label randomized controlled trial compared physician-supervised ChatGPT-assisted with conventional physician-led informed consent in adults scheduled for urologic procedures.

J EndourolAug 1, 2026Read summary

July 202618

Clinical ResearchGeneral Surgery

The Impact of Video Game Experience on Surgical Performance: A Systematic Review.

This systematic review evaluated the relationship between video gaming experience and surgical performance among surgeons across various modalities.

J Surg EducJul 31, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchAnesthesiology

Comparative study between ultrasound guided erector spinae block versus thoracic paravertebral block versus quadratus lamborum block for postoperative analgesia after open renal surgeries: a prospective randomized controlled study.

This prospective randomized controlled trial evaluated the analgesic efficacy of ultrasound-guided erector spinae block (ESPB), thoracic paravertebral block (PVB), and quadratus lumborum block (QLB) in 48 patients…

Arch Ital Urol AndrolJul 31, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchUrology

The Effect of Vitamin C Supplements on Urinary Stone Risk: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis examined interventional studies of vitamin C supplementation and 24-hour urinary stone-risk parameters in stone formers and nonstone formers.

J EndourolJul 31, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchUrology

Symptom-guided reduction of BCG dwell time: findings from the north-REG randomized trial.

The multinational North-REG randomized controlled trial evaluated whether symptom-guided reductions in Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) dwell time could lessen toxicity in patients with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer.

BJU IntJul 31, 2026Read summary
Case ReportOncology (Medical)

FDG PET/CT in a Case of α-Fetoprotein-Producing Urothelial Carcinoma With Hepatoid Differentiation of the Renal Pelvis.

A patient presented with a tumor in the left renal pelvis that produced elevated serum alpha-fetoprotein levels (1035 ng/mL).

Clin Nucl MedJul 29, 2026Read case
Clinical ResearchUrology

Retrograde intrarenal surgery with flexible and navigable suction access sheaths vs mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy for large upper urinary tract stones: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis compared flexible and navigable suction access sheath-assisted retrograde intrarenal surgery (FANS-RIRS) with mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) for large upper urinary…

BJU IntJul 29, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchUrology

Optimal duration of urethral catheterization in ThuLEP: A randomized prospective pilot study.

This randomized prospective pilot study compared catheter removal at 24 versus 72 hours after thulium laser enucleation of the prostate (ThuLEP) in 42 patients, with 21 assigned to each group.

Fr J UrolJul 29, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchOncology (Medical)

Immunophenotyping and Molecular Patterns of Prostate Cancer in East Africa: Diagnostic and Prognostic Implications-A Systematic Review.

This systematic review examined the immunophenotyping and molecular patterns of prostate cancer in East Africa, focusing on studies from Uganda, Sudan, Kenya, and Rwanda.

Clin Genitourin CancerJul 28, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchUrology

Small- and large-calibre ureteroscopes: an updated systematic review and meta-analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis compared perioperative outcomes with small- and large-calibre ureteroscopes. Eight studies were included: four randomised trials and four retrospective studies.

BJU IntJul 28, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchUrology

A stent-plus-irrigation protocol after adolescent hypospadias repair: a multicentre randomised controlled trial.

This multicentre randomised controlled trial evaluated the effectiveness of a stent-plus-irrigation protocol versus catheter drainage alone in reducing complications after hypospadias repair in adolescents.

BJU IntJul 27, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchObstetrics & Gynecology

Vaginal Estrogen Application Techniques for Prevention of Urinary Tract Infection: A Randomized Trial.

This single-center, nonblinded randomized noninferiority trial compared periurethral with intravaginal estradiol cream for preventing recurrent urinary tract infections in postmenopausal individuals.

Obstet GynecolJul 27, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchUrology

Active surveillance for intermediate-risk prostate cancer: a systematic review and pooled analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis assessed active surveillance (AS) outcomes in selected patients with intermediate-risk prostate cancer, including Gleason Grade Groups 1–2.

BJU IntJul 26, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchOncology (Medical)

Identification and validation of TP53/p53 status as a prognostic marker in penile squamous cell carcinoma: Evidence from a cohort study and meta-analysis.

This study investigated the prognostic value of TP53/p53 status in penile squamous cell carcinoma (pSCC) using a single-center cohort and a meta-analysis.

Urol OncolJul 24, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchUrology

Comparing the safety and efficacy of vibegron, mirabegron and tolterodine in patients with overactive bladder: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.

This systematic review and network meta-analysis evaluated the safety and efficacy of vibegron, mirabegron, and tolterodine in patients with overactive bladder (OAB).

Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod BiolJul 21, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchOncology (Medical)

Deep learning approaches for predicting response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy in muscle invasive bladder cancer: A systematic review.

This systematic review evaluated deep learning models for predicting neoadjuvant chemotherapy response in muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC).

Urol OncolJul 21, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchUrology

Efficacy and Tolerability of Overnight Bladder Drainage Post Posterior Urethral Valve Ablation on Upper and Lower Urinary Tracts: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

This randomized controlled trial assessed overnight bladder drainage (OBD) in boys with persistent hydronephrosis and unfavorable bladder dynamics after endoscopic posterior urethral valve ablation.

J UrolJul 21, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchUrologyOpen access

The Association Between Human Papillomavirus and Prostate Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis examined epidemiological evidence on human papillomavirus (HPV) and prostate cancer.

Int J CancerJul 21, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchUrology

Optimizing prostate biopsy decision making - (MUSIC-screen): A 1:1 randomized controlled trial comparing micro-ultrasound versus multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging for prostate cancer diagnosis.

The MUSIC-Screen trial is a phase 3 randomized controlled trial comparing micro-ultrasound (microUS) to multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI) for prostate cancer diagnosis in biopsy-naïve men.

Contemp Clin TrialsJul 20, 2026Read summary

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