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African Journal of Urology
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ISSN 1961-9987 · SpringerOpen · 1,056 articles in the index
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Evaluating the effect of iodixanol contrast agent used in intravenous urography on expulsion or displacement of ureteral stones
Abstract Background The current study aims to evaluate the impact of the iodixanol contrast agent used in intravenous urography (IVU) on the displacement or treatment of ureteral stones. Materials and methods In this clinical trial, patients presenting with flank pain and symptoms of renal colic…
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A comparison of prostate cancer detection rates between TRUS-GB and MRI-GB: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background Prostate cancer (PCa) is one of the most common cancers in men and a major cause of cancer-related death. Accurate diagnosis is essential to identify clinically significant cases while avoiding overdiagnosis. Traditionally, prostate biopsies are performed as systematic sampling…
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Antibiotic prophylaxis practices and surgical site infections in urology: a 3-Year retrospective monocentric analysis at a tertiary care center in Burkina Faso
Abstract Background Surgical site infections (SSIs) are a major cause of postoperative morbidity in sub-Saharan Africa. This study aims to evaluate antibiotic prophylaxis practices and factors associated with SSIs in the urology department of the Yalgado Ouédraogo University Hospital Center…
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Randomized comparison of the effectiveness of phytotherapy (Uriphytol) versus Tamsulosin in management of benign prostatic enlargement at Kilimanjaro Christian medical centre: a pilot study
Abstract Background Phytotherapy is commonly used in Africa for various health conditions including lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) related to benign prostatic enlargement (BPE). However, high-level evidence supporting its effectiveness in BPE remains limited. We compared the effectiveness of…
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Determinant of post-transurethral resection of the prostate acute urinary retention at Tibebe ghion specialized hospital, Northwest Ethiopia: unmatched case-control study 2023
Abstract Background Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is recognized as the gold standard for alleviating bladder outlet obstruction associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Despite its efficacy, TURP can be accompanied by various complications, including acute urinary…
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68-Gallium PSMA PET/CT–guided robotic arm–assisted transgluteal prostate biopsy versus TRUS-guided fusion biopsy: diagnosis of clinically significant cancer and comparative morbidity in a prospective Indian cohort
Abstract Purpose To compare the diagnostic accuracy and periprocedural complications of 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT–guided robotic arm–assisted transgluteal prostate biopsy (PSMA-TB) with transrectal ultrasound–guided cognitive fusion biopsy (TRUS-GB) for detecting clinically significant prostate cancer…
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Flexible ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy in Mauritania: first national experience, clinical outcomes, and economic impact in a resource-limited setting
Abstract Introduction : Over the past decades, flexible ureteroscopy combined with laser lithotripsy (fURS-L) has become a reference technique for the management of upper urinary tract stones. However, its accessibility remains limited in low-resource settings due to economic and logistical…
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Sacral neuromodulation success in a long-term multiple sclerosis patient with neurogenic bladder disorder and detrusor underactivity: a case report
Abstract Background Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a leading cause of non-traumatic disability in young adults and is frequently associated with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). Sacral neuromodulation (SNM) has recently emerged as a promising treatment for neurogenic urinary and bowel disorders…
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A regional prevalence, incidence and mortality burden of bladder cancer in Sub Saharan Africa,1990–2023: an observational study from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023
Abstract Background Bladder cancer (BC) is a the tenth most common causes of all cancers, accounting for nearly 3% of global cancer diagnoses. Bladder cancers are common in Sub-Saharan Africa region, but very little research has been done previously with respect to its prevalence, incidence and…
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Prognostic impact of the modified frailty index after radical surgery for upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma
Abstract Introduction Radical nephroureterectomy is the gold standard treatment for non-metastatic upper tract urothelial carcinoma. It is a major surgery associated with significant morbidity, particularly in elderly and frail patients. The modified five-factor frailty index (mFI-5) is a recently…
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Successful renal transplant in iliac vein thrombosis - case report
Abstract Background Renal transplant is commonly placed in the right iliac fossa. The external iliac veins are the standard site of graft vein anastomosis. We report a rare case scenario where a patient with bilateral iliac vein thrombosis underwent an orthotopic renal transplant. We used an…
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Apparent clinical complete response before cystectomy omission in muscle-invasive bladder cancer: a structured narrative review and aggregate-data decision analysis of dual-compartment restaging
Abstract Background Apparent clinical complete response after neoadjuvant or multidisciplinary therapy in non-metastatic muscle-invasive bladder cancer has renewed interest in omitting or deferring radical cystectomy for selected patients. The central uncertainty is whether favorable endoscopic…
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Cost and benefit analysis of routine histopathological examination of the pelviureteric junction in pediatric pyeloplasty
Abstract Background In the present era of cost containment an analysis of various clinical investigations including histopathological analysis becomes important with the to improve health care system by proper utilization of financial resources especially in minimal invasive procedures where cost…
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Impact of sheath size on HoLEP outcomes: a comparative study between 22 F and 26 F sheaths
Abstract Objectives To compare functional outcomes and complications of HoLEP using 22–26 F sheath. Patients and Methods This retrospective analysis included data from patients who underwent HoLEP between May 2023 and September 2024. Patients were divided into two groups: Group 1 (22 F sheath) and…
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Mortality and burden of prostate cancer in Albania, 1990–2023: a regional comparison with Southeastern Europe
Abstract Background To assess long-term trends in mortality and disease burden from prostate cancer in Albania during 1990–2023 in comparison to other Southeastern European countries and broader European regions. Materials and methods An analysis of mortality and morbidity estimates of prostate…
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Clinical outcomes and safety profile of air pyelogram to guide percutaneous access in percutaneous nephrolithotomy – a prospective study
Abstract Objective To prospectively evaluate the technical success rate, safety profile, and clinical outcomes of using air pyelogram to guide percutaneous access in percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL). Materials and methods This prospective observational study included 350 consecutive patients…
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Gram-negative sepsis and granulomatous cholestatic hepatitis following intrarenal instillation of BCG: a case report and narrative review
Abstract Background BCG immunotherapy is the most widely used therapy for non-muscle invasive urothelial carcinomas. It is well-tolerated by majority of patients, but in some cases serious complications can occur. Case presentation A 68-old woman was treated with BCG due to bilateral ureteral CIS…
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Quantifying the short-term gains in health-related quality of life from androgen deprivation therapy in metastatic hormone-naïve prostate cancer
Abstract Background Metastatic prostate cancer (mPCa) is associated with poor quality of life. A goal of the management of the condition is to improve the health-related quality of life (HRQoL). This study aims to quantify the gain in the HRQoL in the first 6 months of androgen deprivation therapy…
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Predictive nomograms for safer PCNL: enhancing early detection of postoperative infectious complications and sepsis
Abstract Background Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) for renal stones is associated with infectious complications—fever (~ 20–30%), SIRS (~ 40%), and sepsis (
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Assessment of the association between sperm DNA fragmentation and pathogenic NBN gene variants in oligozoospermic men: a turkish case–control study
Abstract Background Sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) is a clinically relevant marker of male reproductive potential and is frequently elevated in men with oligozoospermia. Impairment of DNA damage response and repair pathways has been implicated in increased SDF. The NBN (nibrin) gene, a core…
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