Comparison of outcomes of holmium laser versus bipolar enucleation of prostates weighing >80 g with bladder outlet obstruction.

Transurethral enucleation of the prostate has been increasingly recognized as an effective minimally invasive technique for management of enlarged prostates. We aimed to compare holmium laser enucleation (HoLEP) and bipolar transurethral enucleation (B-TUEP) of large-volume prostates. A prospectively maintained database in two tertiary referral centers was reviewed for patients with HoLEP and B-TUEP for prostates >80 g.

The incidence of urethral stricture and bladder neck contracture with transurethral resection vs. holmium laser enucleation of prostate: A matched, dual-center study.

Introduction: Urethral strictures (US) and bladder neck contracture (BNC) are common, long-term complications of transurethral prostate surgery. We aimed to compare transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) regarding incidence of US or BNC and identify possible risk factors.

Methods: A retrospective review of patients who underwent TURP and HoLEP with followup data of at least one year in two separate institutions was performed.

Prognostic Indicators for Successful Low-intensity Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction.

Objective: To assess prognostic factors affecting successful low-intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy (Li-ESWT) treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) in patients with vasculogenic ED and to report 30-month follow-up.

Methods: This study was conducted upon 425 patients with vasculogenic ED. Assessment of ED was done using Sexual Health Inventory for Men (SHIM) score.

The embedded nipple: An optimal technique for re-implantation of primary obstructed megaureter in children.

Objectives: To present a novel ureteric re-implantation technique for primary obstructed megaureter (POM) that ensures success in the short- and long-term, as conventional techniques are not ideal for megaureters especially in children, with ureteric stenosis and reflux being common complications after re-implantation.

Patients And Methods: Between 2009 and 2012, 22 paediatric patients with POM were enrolled. We performed a new technique for re-implantation of these ureters to ensure minimal incidence of ureteric strictures and easy subsequent endoscopic access.