Reproducibility of percutaneous nephrolithotomy in the Galdakao-modified supine Valdivia position.

To demonstrate that percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) in the Galdakao-modified supine Valdivia position can be safely and effectively reproduced by different surgeons. A multicentre retrospective cross-sectional case study on 317 patients was conducted. The centres enrolled were four hospitals from the Spanish National Health System and provided data for consecutive PCNL from January 2008 to December 2010.

[Salvage high energy focalized ultrasound (HIFU) in prostate cancer after radiotherapy].

Objectives: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) as salvage treatment after radical radiotherapy in prostate cancer (PC).

Methods: We reviewed the literature through databases and published articles that refer to this treatment between 2000 and 2010. We evaluated oncological results and adverse effects, compared with those published in conjunction with other therapies.