World journal of urology
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World journal of urology · May 2020
ReviewA systematic review on COVID-19: urological manifestations, viral RNA detection and special considerations in urological conditions.
We performed a systematic review on COVID-19 and its potential urological manifestations. ⋯ Acute kidney injury leading to mortality is common amongst COVID-19 patients, likely as a result of direct viral toxicity. Viral RNA positivity was detected in both urine and stool samples, so precautions are needed when we perform transurethral or transrectal procedures.
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World journal of urology · May 2020
Infrequent use of clinical trials registries in published systematic reviews in urology.
Validity of systematic reviews may be affected by non-publication of statistically non-significant or unfavorable clinical trial results. One function of clinical trial registries is to make these non-published studies available and thereby reduce potential publication bias. We aim to assess the use of clinical trial registries in published systematic reviews in urology. ⋯ The majority of recently published systematic reviews in urology do not routinely search clinical trial registries. Inclusion of these registries can help identify unpublished trial data, which may improve the quality of systematic reviews by reducing publication bias.
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World journal of urology · May 2020
Determinants and prognostic value of post-operative maximum urethral closure pressure after artificial urinary sphincter in men.
To evaluate the determinants and prognostic value of post-operative maximum urethral closure pressure (MUCP) after AUS implantation in male patients. ⋯ The MUCP after AUS implantation in male patients often differs from the manufacturer's pressure objective. The postoperative c-MUCP might be significantly associated with functional outcomes suggesting that it might be a valuable tool for treatment decision-making. This should be confirmed by larger studies.