Publications by authors named "Kakahama Attar"

Introduction: TRUS-guided needle biopsy of the prostate is the standard technique in the diagnosis of prostate cancer. However the practice is highly variable across the United Kingdom. We survey the standard approaches to TRUS biopsy of prostate, highlighting the nationwide diversity of practice and training.

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Objective: We prospectively evaluate the safety, morbidity and characteristics of complications for transrectal ultrasound guided needle biopsy of prostate carried out solely by urologists in a single unit. This will help to counsel patient prior to the biopsy.

Patients And Methods: One hundred consecutive patients were recruited to complete questionnaires prospectively, 2 weeks and 3 months after TRUS and prostate biopsy.

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A 50-year old man, who has a history of allergies to i.v. contrast and NSAID, was presented with right renal colic.

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An 18-year old man presented with left loin pain and recurrent urinary tract infections. Ultrasound and IVU revealed a duplex left kidney with hydronephrosis of the upper pole moiety. F-15 Mag-3 renography confirmed obstruction of the upper pole moiety.

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