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Open Journal of Urology is an international journal dedicated to the latest advancements in urology. The goal of this journal is to provide a platform for researchers and academics all over the world to promote, share, and discuss various new issues and developments in urology related problems. All manuscripts must be…
Vitalis Obisike Ofuru, Victor Abhulimen
Background: Surgical haematuria is not very common but ominous when it occurs. Knowledge of the causes will help in the adequate management of the disease. Aim: To evaluate the causes of surgical haematuria in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Materials and Method: Thi…
Jean Cedrick Fouda, Junior Bartthelemy Mekeme Mekeme, Philip Fernandez Owon’Abessolo, Marcella Derboise Christelle Biyouma, Ranibel Allo, Axel Stephane Nwaha Makon, Frantz Guy Ngalle Epoupa, Landry Oriole Mbouche, Cedric Mayopa Dongmo, Achille Aurèle Mbassi, Medjo Hell, Pierre Joseph Fouda, Arthur Essomba
Introduction: Twisting of the spermatic cord is part of urological emergencies. It can occur at any age with a predilection for children and adolescents. There is no literature on spermatic cord torsion in octogenarians, probably due to its rarity. The majori…
Thome Barros Junior, Marcos Kalaf Farah Albeny, Igor José Caetano De Lima, Guilherme Bastos Palitot De Brit, Moacir Cavalcante De Albuquerque Neto, Fábio Oliveira Vilar
Introduction: Telemedicine has been used as a tool for improving access to health services worldwide. The aim of the present study is thus to evaluate the effectiveness of urological consultation by videoconference, perceptions regarding safety on the part of…
Sory Ibrahim Koné, Abdoulaye Kassogué, Brehima Samaké, Mahamoudou Keita, Tidiani Traore, Abdoulaye Nouhoum Coulibaly, Mamadou Adama Togo, Thierno Boubacar Bagayoko, Adama Bah, Aminata Fofana, Alpha Sanogo, Damissa Coulibaly, Sidi Modibo Doucouré, Honoré Jean Gabriell Berthé
Trauma to the male genitalia is not very common and mainly affects a young population. There is probably a particular instinct in men to defend their external genitalia; indeed, in the flaccid state, the penis is little exposed, and fairly well protected and…
Kimio Sugaya, Saori Nishijima, Katsumi Kadekawa, Katsuhiko Noguchi, Katsuhiro Ashitomi, Seiji Matsumoto, Hideyuki Yamamoto
Objective: Detrusor hyperactivity with impaired contractility (DHIC) is not an uncommon bladder disorder, and is often difficult to treat. Therefore, using a rat model featuring both urinary frequency and residual urine, we investigated whether an anticholine…
Robert A. Edelstein, David J. Berman, Lija Joseph, 1 1, Kristopher Daley, Murat Anamur
Introduction: With the advent of multiparametric MRI (mpMRI), clinicians added an important tool for helping to decide whether a man should undergo a prostate biopsy. The MRI PI-RADS system stratifies the risk of finding cancer on prostate biopsy. PI-RADS 3 l…
Cyril Kamadjou, Jerry Kuitche, Annie Kameni Wadeu, Achille Mbassi, Fru Angwafo
Aim: This study aimed to determine the demographic, clinical, paraclinical, therapeutic, and evolutive characteristics of patients with bladder tumors who underwent transurethral resection of bladder tumors (TURBT) at a urology center in Douala, Cameroon. Pat…
Cyril Kamadjou, Basile Essola, Divine Eyongeta, Emmanuel Muhawenimana, Annie Kameni, Fru Angwafo
Background and Objective: The optimal treatment for varicocele is still controversial. Although there are many treatment methods, none can be considered as the best therapeutic option. We present our initial laparoscopic varicocelectomy experience by describi…
Yussif Adams, Akisibadek Alekz Afoko, 1 1, Nafiu Amidu, Lawrence Quaye, Simon Bannison Bani, Peter Paul M. Dapare, Vivian Afoko
Background: Long-standing varicocele is often associated with testicular hypoxia and that might worsen Leydig cell function, a significant risk factor for hypogonadism. This may affect both the secretory and endocrine functions of the testis. This study aims…
Sory Ibrahim Kone, Honoré Jean Gabriel Berthe, Aly Douro Tembely, Zanafon Ouattara, Mamadou Lamine Diakite
Objectives: To study the epidemiological, diagnostic and prognostic aspects of bladder tumours in Segou Hospital. Patients and Methods: We conducted a descriptive cross-sectional study of bladder tumours over the period from 1 April 2012 to 1 April 2017, in t…
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