BJU international
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Multicenter Study
Analysis of oncological outcomes and renal function after laparoendoscopic single-site (LESS) partial nephrectomy: a multi-institutional outcome analysis.
To report on a large multi-institutional series of laparoendoscopic single-site (LESS) partial nephrectomy (PN) and analyse renal function and short-term oncological outcomes. ⋯ The study showed that LESS-PN is effective in terms of renal function preservation and oncological control at short- and intermediate-term follow-up.
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To examine the development of recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) in boys who have undergone hypospadias repair. ⋯ The pathophysiology of recurrent UTI is multifactorial, but postoperative complications seem to vary with type of procedure. Recurrent UTIs after hypospadias surgery should prompt a specific assessment for potentially functionally relevant and correctable anatomical abnormalities.
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To report on the safety and efficacy of rectus sheath blocks, 'topped-up' using bilateral rectus sheath catheters (RSCs), in patients undergoing major open urological surgery. ⋯ The use of RSCs appears to offer an effective and safe method of peri-operative analgesia in patients undergoing major open urological pelvic surgery.