Article
Urology & Nephrology
Robert S. Wang, Stephanie Daignault-Newton, Sapan N. Ambani, Khaled Hafez, Brian C. George, Kate H. Kraft
Summary: The study described the initial implementation of the SIMPL app in pediatric urology rotation, the first among urology residencies, and provided preliminary data on its adoption by residents and faculty. Results showed that the application improved both frequency and quality of resident operative feedback, with positive feedback from both faculty and residents, indicating it was preferred over existing feedback systems.
JOURNAL OF UROLOGY
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jochen Neuhaus, Anja Rabien, Annabell Reinhold, Lisa Koehler, Mandy Berndt-Paetz
Summary: Three-dimensional tumor models have become important tools in both basic and clinical urology research as they better represent tumor characteristics compared to traditional 2D cultures. This review focuses on the potential applications of tumor spheroids and organoids, as well as membrane-based 3D in vitro models, in bladder cancer research. The authors discuss the generation and characteristics of standardized organoids and highlight the initial successes of molecular analyses in urologic tumor entities.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Genetics & Heredity
Lamei Yuan, Ruikang Yang, Hao Deng
Summary: Auricular fistula is a common congenital malformation characterized by a small opening in the skin and a subcutaneous cyst. It can vary in classification based on the position and direction of the fistula. The etiopathogenesis is believed to be an incorrect fusion of six auricular hillocks. This article provides a comprehensive review of auricular fistula, focusing on the congenital preauricular fistula, including its clinical manifestations, embryological development, genetics, examinations, treatments, and associated syndromes.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR MEDICINE-JMM
(2023)
Editorial Material
Clinical Neurology
John Daniel Bireley, Joshua Santucci, Yuebing Li, Devon A. Cohen
Summary: This article discusses a patient presenting with new binocular diplopia and ptosis, highlighting the importance of comprehensive differential diagnosis and providing relevant diagnostic approaches and considerations.
Editorial Material
Critical Care Medicine
Samantha Chao, Victoria Hoch, Timothy Gilbert, Sarah Nelson, Kyle Sheetz, Amir Ghaferi, Elliot Wakeam, Ivan Co
Summary: A 44-year-old woman was transferred to the ED with symptoms of hemoptysis and left-sided pulmonary infiltrate. She had previous hospital visits for left-sided shoulder pain and myalgias, but her diagnosis remained unclear. Before transfer, she developed severe respiratory symptoms and anemia, requiring urgent care.
Editorial Material
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Seo Young Kang, Byung Seok Moon, Min Young Yoo, Hai-Jeon Yoon, Bom Sahn Kim
Summary: Abdominothoracic fistula and pleuroperitoneal and biliopleural fistulas can be life-threatening complications. SPECT/CT can be a useful tool in evaluating these fistulas. Early diagnosis of the cause of pleural effusion is crucial for proper treatment.
CLINICAL NUCLEAR MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Tomasz Golebiowski, Mariusz Kusztal, Andrzej Konieczny, Maciej Golebiowski, Krzysztof Letachowicz, Dariusz Janczak, Magdalena Krajewska
Summary: In this study, the authors investigated a secondary access technique, RADAR technique, for patients with radial artery stenosis and maturation failure to accelerate fistula maturation. The results showed a significant increase in fistula blood flow after surgery, indicating the effectiveness of this method.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Aishwarya Gulati, Harit Kapoor, Achala Donuru, Kunal Gala, Maansi Parekh
Summary: Aortoenteric fistulas are rare but potentially fatal, often associated with trauma or vascular interventions, but can also occur spontaneously in patients with weakened vasculature. Clinical presentation is nonspecific, with manifestations such as bleeding, pain, fever, and shock. Imaging plays a crucial role in diagnosis and management.
Review
Engineering, Biomedical
Kun Liu, Nan Hu, Zhihai Yu, Xinzhou Zhang, Hualin Ma, Huawei Qu, Changshun Ruan
Summary: This article summarizes the development of 3D printing and bioprinting technologies in urology over the past decade. By searching and summarizing the literature, eight common 3D printing technologies and their characteristics are introduced, and the application of 3D printing in urology, as well as the potential applications of 3D bioprinting, are discussed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOPRINTING
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Julia K. Grass, Natalie Kuesters, Fabien L. von Doehren, Nathaniel Melling, Tarik Ghadban, Thomas Roesch, Marcel Simon, Jakob R. Izbicki, Alexandra Koenig, Matthias Reeh
Summary: Respiratory-digestive tract fistulas are fatal complications in the treatment of esophageal cancer, and interdisciplinary treatment strategies are still evolving. This study evaluated general therapeutic strategies for respiratory-digestive tract fistulas and found that bilateral fistula repair and combined surgical and non-surgical intervention were significantly correlated with good outcomes.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Andrew S. Miller, Kathryn Boyce, Benjamin Box, Matthew D. Clarke, Sarah E. Duff, Niamh M. Foley, Richard J. Guy, Lisa H. Massey, George Ramsay, Dominic A. J. Slade, James A. Stephenson, Phil J. Tozer, Danette Wright
Summary: This review provides evidence-based guidelines for the management of emergency colorectal conditions, with 122 recommendations included. It aims to serve as a practical resource for clinicians in Great Britain and Ireland.
COLORECTAL DISEASE
(2021)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Adele E. Sayers, Matthew J. Lee, Steve R. Brown
Summary: This study compared healing and complication rates between two types of fistula plugs and found that plug B had a significantly higher healing rate compared to plug A (56.5% vs. 12.2%) and a lower incidence of complications.
COLORECTAL DISEASE
(2023)
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Philippe D. Violette, Michael A. S. Jewett, Patrick O. Richard
Summary: Trustworthy clinical guidelines are essential for guiding clinical decision-making, especially in areas with shifting paradigms like the management of small renal masses. International guidelines should incorporate key concepts such as quality evidence assessment, transparent link between evidence and recommendations, integration of patient values and preferences, and optimal management of conflicts of interest. Patient values and preferences are often underrepresented in clinical guidelines, highlighting the need for improvement in future iterations.
EUROPEAN UROLOGY FOCUS
(2021)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Audrius Dulskas
Summary: This study aims to investigate the incidence of faecal incontinence (FI) in colorectal surgical clinics worldwide, as well as the treatment choices and accessibility to diagnostic tools/advanced treatments. An international multicentre snapshot audit will be conducted over an 8-week period. The results will be published in international journals and prepared in accordance with STROBE guidelines.
COLORECTAL DISEASE
(2023)
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Gianmarco Randazzo, Giuseppe Reitano, Filippo Carletti, Massimo Iafrate, Giovanni Betto, Giacomo Novara, Fabrizio Dal Moro, Fabio Zattoni
Summary: The metaverse is an alternative world that combines technology and virtual experiences with real life, and it holds the promise of changing our way of living. In healthcare, the metaverse has already brought many applications and benefits to urology and urologic patients.
WORLD JOURNAL OF UROLOGY
(2023)
