Machine Learning-Based Prediction of Prostate Biopsy Necessity Using PSA, MRI, and Hematologic Parameters.

To establish a machine learning (ML) model for predicting prostate biopsy outcomes using prostate-specific antigen (PSA) values, multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI) findings, and hematologic parameters. The medical records of the patients who had undergone a prostate biopsy were evaluated. Laboratory findings, mpMRI findings, and prostate biopsy results were collected.

Content quality and reliability of the YouTube videos about chronic prostatitis.

Background: YouTube is one of the most used social media platforms for accessing health information.

Objective: To evaluate the quality and reliability of YouTube videos about chronic prostatitis.

Methods: YouTube search using the keywords "kronik prostatit" for Turkish videos and 'chronic prostatitis' for English videos were done.

The prediction of semen quality based on lifestyle behaviours by the machine learning based models.

Purpose: To find the machine learning (ML) method that has the highest accuracy in predicting the semen quality of men based on basic questionnaire data about lifestyle behavior.

Methods: The medical records of men whose semen was analyzed for any reason were collected. Those who had data about their lifestyle behaviors were included in the study.

Comparative analysis of combined spinal-epidural anesthesia and general anesthesia in percutaneous nephrolithotomy: a prospective study on surgical team and operating room personnel satisfaction.

Objective: We aimed to investigate the efficacy and complications of combined spinalepidural anesthesia and general anesthesia in percutaneous stone surgery prospectively.

Materials And Methods: The study prospectively included patients who underwent percutaneous nephrolithotomy with general anesthesia (Group.1) or combined spinal-epidural anesthesia (Group.

Hydrocele with Paratesticular Liposarcoma.

Paratesticular liposarcoma (PLS) is a rare type of genitourinary malignancy in the spermatic cord presenting as scrotal swelling. In this case study, we report an 82-year male who presented with prolonged left scrotal swelling and pain that did not respond to analgesic treatment for one week. His ultrasound confirmed increased fluid content in the left scrotal compartment in the form of septated hydrocele, and hydrocelectomy was planned.

Comparison of retrograde intrarenal surgery and percutaneous nephrolithotomy in multiple calyceal stones: A match pair analysis of 190 cases.

Objectives: The current nephrolithia-sis guidelines have no recommendation about multiple calyceal stones treatment. We aimed to compare the results of two effective methods of RIRS and PNL operations in the treatment of multicalyx stones.

Methods: Data of patients who underwent RIRS or PNL for multicalyx stones between September 2014 and May 2019 in our clinic were evaluated retrospectively.

The effect of fear of covid-19 transmission on male sexual behaviour: A cross-sectional survey study.

Introduction: In December 2019, cases of pneumonia, a new type of corona virus (SARS-CoV-2), began to be reported in Wuhan, China. We aimed to evaluate changes in sexual behaviour of men in the Covid-19 outbreak in Turkey.

Material-method: In our cross-sectional and descriptive study, an online questionnaire evaluating sexual habits during the Covid-19 outbreak was conducted on the men living in the Western Black Sea Region between 8 and 25 June6 2020.

Outcomes with ureteral access sheath in retrograde intrarenal surgery: a retrospective comparative analysis.

Background: Retrograde intrarenal surgery is used for treatment of urinary system stones. The ureteral access sheath (UAS) is used to decrease intrapelvic pressure, help with access of multiple instruments, and facilitate drainage and removal of the fragmented stones.

Objective: Assess the effect of the UAS on the outcomes of retrograde intrarenal surgery.

Safety and efficacy of retrograde intrarenal surgery in geriatric patients by age groups.

Purpose: To evaluate the effects of aging on the success rate of retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) and the development of medical and surgical complications by dividing geriatric patients into subgroups based on their chronological age.

Method: Data of the patients who underwent RIRS due to kidney stones at our clinic between June 2014 and January 2020 were retrospectively reviewed. Patients were divided into three groups based on age: 65-74 years (Group 1), 75-84 years (Group 2), and ≥ 85 years (Group 3).

Ureteral Access Sheath Applicatıon Without Fluoroscopy in Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery.

Objective: To compare the results and complications of the two techniques of ureteral access sheath application, with and without using fluoroscopy.

Study Design: A comparative study.

Place And Duration Of Study: Department of Urology, Karabuk University Medical Faculty Training and Research Hospital and Ankara Diskapi Yildirim Beyazid Training and Research Hospital between April 2014 and January 2018.

The Predictive Role of Abdominal Fat Parameters and Stone Density on SWL Outcomes.

Background: Our aim was to detect the role of radiological abdominal fat parameters by tomography and stone density by plain X-ray on extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (SWL) stone-free rate.

Methods: The patients who had undergone SWL for a single opaque renal stone < 2 cm in diameter and proximal ureteric stone < 1 cm in diameter were collected retrospectively. The characteristics of patients and stones were recorded.

The effect of modifiable lifestyle factors on semen quality.

Introduction And Objectives: To examine the association between lifestyle factors (body mass index, smoking, alcohol consumption, coffee intake, physical activity, sauna and cell phone usage, wearing tight-fitting underwear), and conventional semen parameters.

Materials And Methods: 1311 participants who attended the Andrology Clinic were included in the study. All participants were separated into two groups as men with normozoospermia and dysspermia.

A different perspective for morbidity related to Fournier's gangrene: which scoring system is more reliable to predict requirement of skin graft and flaps in survivors of Fournier's gangrene?

Purpose: To identify the prognostic factors that might predict morbidity related to Fournier's gangrene (FG) and particularly requirement of skin grafting and flaps. We also evaluated the validities of different severity indexes.

Methods: Thirty male patients with complete data who were treated for FG between January 2012 and December 2018 were retrospectively evaluated.

YouTube as a source of premature ejaculation.

Introduction And Objectives: To evaluate the quality of information in You Tube videos pertaining to premature ejaculation.

Materials And Methods: A search for "premature ejaculation" (PE) was performed on You Tube in August 2018. Two senior urologist viewers watched and categorized each video for their sources, suggestions and information contents (excellent, fair or poor).

Fixation of the glans penis and urethral catheter to the abdominal skin to avoid wound dehiscence after a hypospadias surgery: A comparative study.

Objective: To evaluate the effect of glanular and urethral catheter fixation to the abdominal skin on wound dehiscence.

Material And Methods: After a standard tubularized incised plate urethroplasty (TIPU) for hypospadias repair, 128 patients were divided into two groups based on glanular and urethral catheter fixation to the abdominal skin as follows: no glanular and urethral catheter fixation (Group A) and glanular and urethral catheter fixation (Group B). Groups A and B included 61 and 67 patients, respectively.

The effect of breastfeeding on spontan resolution of monosymptomatic enuresis.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to examine whether the duration of breastfeeding during infancy was associated with the time of spontaneous resolution of monosymptomatic enuresis (SRME).

Materials And Methods: A total of 1500 people were surveyed at four centers. One hundred and eighty-one people with a history of monosymptomatic enuresis (ME) who received no treatment and had no day time symptoms were included in the study.

2% Lidocaine gel or plain lubricating gel: Which one should be used in male flexible cystoscopy?

Objective: To investigate and compare the effects on pain of intraurethral 2% lidocaine gel and plain lubricating gel in male patients underwent flexible cystoscopy.

Material And Methods: The data of 220 male patients who underwent flexible cystoscopy between March 2012 and August 2014 were retrospectively analized. The patients were divided into 2 groups according to using intraurethral gel types.

Penile degloving and dorsal dartos flap rotation approach for the management of isolated penile torsion.

Objective: Penile torsion is a counterclockwise rotational anomaly of the penile shaft or glans. We aimed to evaluate the outcomes of penile degloving and dorsal dartos flap rotation used for the repair of isolated penil torsion.

Material And Methods: During evaluation of the patients admitted to our polyclinic for circumcision between January 2013-December 2014, 5 cases of isolated penile torsion were determined.

The Time of Spontaneous Resolution of Monosymptomatic Nocturnal Enuresis (MNE) Is Familial.

Purpose: To investigate whether or not the age of spontaneous resolution of monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis (MNE) was familial.

Patients And Methods: A questionnaire was administered to more than 1,500 people, and 100 appropriate participants were identified from four referral hospitals. We included the participants who had MNE and whose parents also had MNE with spontaneous resolution.