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Urology Annals
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ISSN 0974-7796 · Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications · 1,377 articles in the index
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Early or late intervention of upper urinary tract stone disease: What dictates it?
Objective: Urolithiasis is a multifactorial disease that causes symptomatology and needs to be managed depending on various clinical parameters. In this study, we aimed to investigate clinical factors for early operation in patients with uncomplicated symptomatic urolithiasis. Materials and…
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Role of patch cystoplasty in intractable interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome
Purpose: Management of intractable interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) is very challenging with no standard treatment. Reconstructive surgery is one of the options. Here, we present our long-term experience of treating intractable IC/BPS with patch/clam ileocystoplasty. Patients…
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A new modification of renal track creation in percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL), a novel technique
Objectives: The objective of the study is to compare our novel access creation technique and standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) in terms of perioperative outcomes. Patients and Methods: Sixty patients with partial or complete stag horn stones that were larger than 4 cm were the subjects…
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Perioperative outcomes of laparoscopic donor nephrectomy: A single-center experience
Introduction: Laparoscopic donor nephrectomy (LDN) remains the gold standard for living kidney donation. There is controversy over the optimal method for controlling the renal vessels. In this study, we assessed the outcomes of LDN and compared postoperative outcomes based on donor demographics and…
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Efficacy and safety of en bloc versus three-lobe enucleation technique for the management of benign prostatic obstruction: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Benign prostatic obstruction (BPO) is a common condition in aging men that often requires surgical intervention when medical therapy fails. Anatomical Endoscopic Enucleation of the Prostate (AEEP) has become an established minimally invasive treatment, with en bloc and three-lobe techniques being…
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Awareness of benign prostatic hyperplasia among males in the Riyadh region, KSA
Background: Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a prevalent urological condition characterized by nonneoplastic enlargement of the prostate gland, leading to lower urinary tract symptoms such as nocturia, urine retention, and secondary urinary infections. Methodology: This cross-sectional study…
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Criteria for patients offered perineal urethrostomy over urethroplasty for urethral strictures
Background: Urethroplasty is considered the gold standard treatment for urethral stricture. Occasionally perineal urethrostomy can be offered to patients who cannot or are unwilling to undergo complex reconstruction. In this study, we explore the factors that have influenced urologists to offer…
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Walk-in ureteroscopy and laser management service for urolithiasis in patients with renal colic: Lessons focusing on gains and challenges
Introduction: We conceptualized a modified care pathway for renal colic management with the intention of expediting their treatment. This proof-of-concept study aimed at assessment of walk-in ureteroscopy outcomes in comparison to conservative treatment of urolithiasis with renal colic. Patients…
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Psychological distress among bladder cancer patients: A systematic review
Purpose: Psychological distress, including depression and anxiety, is a significant yet often overlooked issue among bladder cancer patients. Despite its negative impact on treatment adherence, hospital stays, and overall survival, psychiatric distress remains underrepresented in clinical…
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A comparative analysis of clinicopathological characteristics and surgical outcomes in adults with renal masses
Background: The management of renal masses varies significantly across age groups, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of age-related clinicopathological characteristics. This study evaluates these characteristics and surgical outcomes in patients aged ≤45 years versus >45 years. Aim: The…
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Assessment of overall perception and interest in urology among medical students in Jeddah – A cross-sectional study
Background: Numerous factors influence the choice of a medical specialty, including lifestyle, prestige, and clinical exposure. Urology, a field that integrates medicine and surgery, has faced concerns regarding decreasing educational exposure, particularly in medical schools worldwide. This study…
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Neighborhood-level socioeconomic status impacts the severity of lower urinary tract symptoms in men
Objectives: Social determinants of health (SDOH) impact whether a patient will report lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). Since management of benign prostatic hyperplasia is guided by symptoms, it is important to understand the drivers of symptom severity. This study investigated the relationship…
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Evaluation of holmium laser enucleation of the prostate and bipolar transurethral resection of the prostate in relation to benign prostatic hyperplasia treatment
Background: A common disorder in men that has been linked to the natural aging process is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). In men aged 70 and older, the frequency is approximately 40%. Aims: In this study, we compared the results of bipolar transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) with our…
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Potassium citrate for stone prevention – Quantifying benefit through the number needed to treat: A narrative review
To define how reliable the benefits of potassium citrate (KCit) for stone prevention are framing this in terms of the number needed to treat (NNT). A targeted search of PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, and the Cochrane Library was conducted through January 2025. For studies reporting recurrence rates in…
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Congenital anterior urethrocutaneous fistula
Congenital anterior urethrocutaneous fistula (CAUF) is an uncommon penile malformation characterized by the urethra’s connection to the skin on the ventral aspect of the penis. It can occur alone or with genitourinary or anorectal anomalies. Due to the scarcity of reported cases, treatment…
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Visualizing grades of hematuria for communication enhancement and continuous bladder irrigation guidance
Introduction: Gross hematuria often requires continuous bladder irrigation (CBI) to prevent clot retention. Decisions to initiate, adjust, or discontinue CBI rely on subjective visual assessment, causing practice variability. This study aimed to develop a consensus-based visual hematuria scale to…
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Prostatic calculi in men with chronic prostatitis and chronic pelvic pain syndrome: A systematic review (2015–2025)
Prostatic calculi are frequently detected on transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) and computed tomography (CT), yet their clinical relevance in prostatitis remains uncertain. To systematically evaluate the association between prostatic calculi and prostatitis-related outcomes in adult men. A Preferred…
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Correlation of renal cell carcinoma grade and presence of parasitic vessels on preoperative computed tomography scans
Background: Parasitic (collateral) vessels observed on contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) have been associated with aggressive tumor behavior in renal cell carcinoma (RCC). However, their correlation with tumor grade remains insufficiently characterized. Aims and Objectives: To evaluate the…
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Assessment of factors associated with delayed diagnosis of cryptorchidism and orchidopexy
Background: Undescended testis (UDT) is a congenital anomaly. Early orchidopexy preserves fertility and reduces the risk of malignancy. However, delays in diagnosis and surgeries remain common in Saudi Arabia. Objectives: Our study aims to determine the hospital-based proportion of UDT at our…
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