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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…
Ala'a Al-Deen Al-Dabbagh, Taha Kaream Kadhum, Ammar Salman Alfaiadh
Objectives: To evaluate the efficacy of intranasal desmopressin compared with intramuscular diclofenac and combination of both in the treatment of acute renal pain caused by stone disease. Patients and methods: Ninety patients (51 males and 39 females) presen…
Mutsuo Hayashi, Tetsutaro Hayashi, Kiyotaka Oka, Keisuke Goto, Shunsuke Shinmei, Yoji Inoue, Katsumi Inoue
Objectives: To evaluate the outcomes and prognosis of high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) therapy for patients with localized prostate cancer, and identify suitable candidates for this therapy by investigating the predictive factors. Methods: The 224 pat…
E. N. Afogu, I. Sunday-Adeoye, K. C. Ekwedigwe, M. E. Isikhuemen, S. C. Okenwa, S. A. Popoola, M. O. Eliboh, I. C. Amamilo
Background: Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer among Nigerian men. Prostate specific antigen (PSA) is produced by the prostate gland and it is an important tumor marker in the screening and diagnosis of prostate cancer because the latter is oft…
K. C. Ekwedigwe, I. Sunday-Adeoye, S. Lengman, M. E. Isikhuemen, A. B. C. Daniyan, E. N. Yakubu, M. O. Eliboh, I. E. A. Uguru
Background: Enterovesical fistula is an abnormal communication between the bladder and the gastrointestinal tract. It is an uncommon type of genital fistula, occasionally complicating pelvic surgeries. However, it is the most common type of fistula associated…
Natchagandé Gilles, Avakoudjo Dedjinin Georges Josué, Yevi Inès Dodji Magloire, Agounkpé Michel Michaël, Kaka Mahamane Adama Salissou, Sossa Jean, Hodonou Detondji Fred, Jacquet Djamal, Soumanou Fouad, Hounnasso Prince Pascal
Introduction: Erectile dysfunction (ED) is defined as the persistent inability to achieve the necessary degree of erection for sexual activity. It is a common disease which can significantly affect the quality of life of sufferer and their partners. The purpo…
M. C. de Albuquerque Neto, Leslie Clifford Noronha Araujo, Thome Decio Pinheiro Barros Junior, Joao Luiz Amaro, Flavia Cristina Morone Pinto, Fabio de Oliveira Vilar, Salvador Vilar Correia Lima
Aim: To determine whether bladder functions deteriorate with age. Methods: Data contained in electronic medical record (INFOMED ? ) were used in this institutional retrospective review. Analysis was done on the urodynamic studies in women over 18 years old co…
Jenna Trew, Joel Cornfield
In the decades, since the advent of shockwave lithotripsy, instrumentation and techniques in both ureteroscopic and percutaneous stone management have improved exponentially, leading to both increased success and lower complication rates. As a result, there h…
Dodji Magloire I. Yevi, Hamid Fagbemi, Jean Sossa, Michel Michaël Agounkpe, Gilles Natchagande, Josué D. G. Avakoudjo, Prince Pascal Hounnasso
Objective: To evaluate the effects of varicocele on sperm characteristics, on testicles and its responsibility in male fertility. Patients and Methods: The study took place in the National University Teaching Hospital Hubert Koutoukou Maga of Cotonou. It was…
Mehmet Harbiyeli, Hassan Abol-Enein, Truls Erik Bjerklund Johansen
Objectives: The aim of this study is to review the diagnostic work-up, treatment methods and outcomes in patients treated for penile fractures. Methods: Thirty-one patients were treated for penile fracture during the period 2006-2014. Data were retrieved from…
Mathew Yamoah Kyei, James Edward Mensah, Lemuel Davies Bray, Foli Ashiagbor, Joseph Awuku-Asabre Bernard Toboh
Background: There is a high variability in the reasons for cancellation of elective urological surgery cases. Case cancellation rate is expected to be high in the Public Health System with perceived inefficiencies compared to private facilities in the same de…
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