Tamsulosin Versus Mirabegron in Relieving Ureteric Stent-Related Symptoms: A Prospective, Double-Blinded, Randomized Controlled Trial.

Introduction Alpha-adrenergic blockers like tamsulosin are widely used in the treatment of stent-related symptoms due to ureteric stents. Recently, mirabegron has emerged as a potential alternative. So, our study aimed to compare the effect of mirabegron and tamsulosin on ureteric stent-related morbidity.

Role of Posterior Acoustic Shadow Width in Ultrasound in Determining Stone Size in Urolithiasis.

Introduction Ultrasound (US) is frequently the initial diagnostic tool for urolithiasis, though computed tomography (CT) remains the imaging modality of choice. However, due to potential overestimations, the accuracy of US in gauging stone size has been a point of contention. This study aims to compare the accuracy of stone size measurements in US, specifically evaluating the utility of the posterior acoustic shadow (PAS) width, against the CT measurements.

Chengai Nomogram: A Comprehensive Study of Uroflow Parameters and Characteristics in Healthy Adult Males From South India.

Introduction Uroflowmetry is a widely accepted non-invasive diagnostic modality used in the evaluation of lower urinary tract dysfunction. While various nomograms have been established for different populations and races, there has been a lack of studies that focus on the South Indian populations. Consequently, the objective of the study was to investigate the urinary flow parameters in a healthy adult male South Indian population using uroflowmetry and identify the variations in flow rates.

Beyond the Breaking Point: A Unique Case Report of a Penile Fracture With a Distal Urethral Injury.

A penile fracture is a rare urological emergency, often resulting from blunt trauma to the erect penis. This case report describes a 30-year-old male who presented with penile swelling during sexual intercourse, raising suspicion of a penile fracture. The patient underwent surgical exploration, revealing a rent in the tunica albuginea and an additional laceration in the corpus spongiosum with the Foley catheter exposed.

A Comparison Between Silodosin and Tamsulosin for Medical Expulsive Therapy of Distal Ureteric Calculus.

Introduction: Medical expulsive therapy (MET) is an established treatment option for distal ureteric stones. Tamsulosin, a selective alpha-1 blocker, has been used for MET with good results, while silodosin, a more selective alpha-1a blocker, is more effective than tamsulosin for MET. Thus, this study aimed to compare the efficacy of silodosin with tamsulosin.