Updates in the pathophysiology of COVID-19 infection in male reproductive and sexual health: a literature review.

This extensive comprehensive review explores the impact of the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on men's sexual and reproductive health. We conducted a literature review focusing on the possible pathophysiology by which severe acute respiratory syndrome corona virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) affects men's sexual and reproductive systems. We reviewed most of the studies that reported the impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on the Testicular, Epididymal, Prostatic, and Penile tissue.

Investigating the risk factors of penile arterial insufficiency and veno-occlusive dysfunction in patients with erectile dysfunction.

Objective: To investigate the risk factors for penile arterial insufficiency (PAI), which is a known cause of erectile dysfunction (ED).

Methods: Patients who attended our urology clinic complaining of ED for more than 6 months were prospectively enrolled in this study over 1-year period. Patient consent was taken and ethical committee approval.

Effect of St. John's Wort ( L.) on Male Sexual and Reproductive Health: A Narrative Review.

Background: Hypericum species are widely acknowledged for their biological attributes, with notable attention being paid to , commonly known as St. John's wort (SJW) within the Hypericum section of the Hypericaceae family. This species is among the most thoroughly investigated herbal medicines, particularly in terms of its application in the management of mild to moderate depression.

Recreational use of oral erectile dysfunction medications among male physicians - A cross-sectional study.

Introduction: Erectile dysfunction (ED) is defined as the persistent inability to attain and maintain an erection sufficient to permit satisfactory sexual performance. Bypassing health-care providers and obtaining ED medications (EDM) without a prescription are an issue that is faced globally.

Aim: We attempt to assess erectile function (EF) among a local sample of physicians, the psychological effects of recreational EDM use, and compare EF among different user groups.

A Narrative Review of the Toxic Effects on Male Reproductive and Sexual Health of Chewing the Psychostimulant, Catha edulis (Khat).

Khat (Catha edulis Forsk) is a stimulating narcotic grown mainly in East and Southern Africa. The plant has a long history as a popular social behavior within these regions, and its active ingredient, cathinone, has been thought to cause an array of physical, psychological, and mental health complications. In 1980, the World Health Organization (WHO) classified it as an illicit substance due to the potential for psychological dependence.

Malleable Penile Implant Rod Diameter Predicts Complications and Patient Satisfaction.

Background: One of the most common complaints after malleable prosthesis implantation (MPI) is thinning of the penis and decreasing girth. Some surgeons try to insert the largest diameter they can to improve patient satisfaction AIM: To investigate if malleable rod diameter (MRD) has an impact on outcome and patient satisfaction METHODS: Consecutive malleable prosthesis implantation (MPI) was assessed in a high-volume center over 1 year. The same preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative protocols were used for all patients and one brand of the malleable device was used only.

Saudi patient knowledge and awareness regarding smoking as a risk factor for urological diseases.

Aim: Our aim was to evaluate Saudi patient knowledge and awareness regarding smoking as a risk factor for bladder cancer, kidney cancer, and erectile dysfunction (ED).

Settings And Design: This quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted across three major tertiary hospitals in Riyadh, the capital city of Saudi Arabia.

Material And Methods: A self-administered questionnaire was distributed to 539 patients in the urology outpatient clinic.

Neural Network Analysis of Crystalluria Content to Predict Urinary Stone Type.

Purpose: To investigate the relationship between urinary stone type and the type of crystals in the urine.

Patients And Methods: This retrospective study involved 485 patients with urinary stones treated at King Saud University Medical City from May 2015 to June 2017. Clinical data were obtained from medical records.

Conversion disorder upon emergence from general anesthesia-A case report and review of literature.

Conversion disorder (CD) is a neurological symptom that is not related to any medical or neurological disease. Symptoms can range from sensory complaints to loss of consciousness. Psychological stressors such as surgery and anesthesia are considered a precipitating factors.

Knowledge, attitudes, and perception patterns of contraception methods: Cross-sectional study among Saudi males.

Purpose: The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge, attitude, and perception pattern of contraception and family planning among males in Saudi Arabia.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using a self-administered questionnaire. Study sample were Saudi males who presented to the urology clinics in one tertiary center.

"Tele-urology": Is the COVID-19 pandemic a wake-up call?

Background: The purpose of this research is to measure the current use of telemedicine technologies among urologists, their readiness to adopt the same, and to assess the barriers preventing such usage.

Methods: Two hundred and twenty eight board-certified urologists completed our self-designed survey. An analysis was done to assess the increase in the use of telemedicine and the urologists' telemedicine experience responses.

The status of medical malpractice litigations in Saudi Arabia: Analysis of the annual report.

Context: Medical malpractice is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Analyzing the current number of lawsuits and comparing it to previous years will help assess the status of medical malpractice litigations in Saudi Arabia.

Subjects And Methods: A review and analysis of the annual statistics book of the Medico-Legal Committees (MLCs) in Saudi Arabia over the years (1437-1439 H) was conducted.

Correlation of fasting blood sugar at the time of penile prosthesis surgery with the level of glycated hemoglobin and the outcome of surgery.

Background: The role of glycemic control in predicting implant infection and other surgical complications is debatable. This study aimed to assess the potential correlation between fasting blood sugar (FBS) levels prior to penile prosthesis surgery (PPS) and the surgical outcomes.

Methods: A retrospective study from data collected prospectively in 2015 in a single center.

Prevalence and Predictive Factors of Female Sexual Dysfunction in a Sample of Saudi Women.

Introduction: Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) is a common health problem that is inadequately investigated in Saudi Arabia.

Aim: To assess the prevalence and predictors of FSD in a sample of Saudi women attending the primary care and gynecology clinics.

Methods: A cross-sectional clinic-based survey involved Saudi women attending primary care and gynecology clinics in a teaching hospital in Riyadh during the period from January to June 2019.

Exposure of Urology Residents to the Management of Urethral Strictures in Saudi Arabia: Should the Program for Postgraduates Be Customized?

Purpose: This study aimed to assess the exposure and knowledge of urology residents in the management of urethral stricture (US) and to determine if they would be able to perform urethroplasty after graduation and whether urethroplasty should be included as a competency in the training program.

Patients And Methods: An online survey was sent to all residents enrolled in any urology training program in Saudi Arabia. Fifty-eight (approximately 50%) of the 114 residents who were sent the survey provided responses.

The effect of the body mass index on the types of urinary tract stones.

Objectives: Urinary tract stones are a common public health problem worldwide. In addition, identifying the composition of stones is important for the further metabolic evaluation of patients. We conducted this study to further correlate the relationship between body mass index (BMI) and different compositions of urinary tract stones.

Bipolar vaporization of the prostate may cause higher complication rates compared to bipolar loop resection: a randomized prospective trial.

Introduction: Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) by resection loop or vaporization button is becoming a standard of care due to its better safety profile (less bleeding and less incidence of TUR syndrome). However, there are published data showing bipolar vaporization may be associated with increased late complications. In this study, we compared results of bipolar TURP using the resection loop versus vaporization button for treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) to determine the relative safety profile.

Peyronie's Disease is common in poorly controlled diabetics but is not associated with the Metabolic Syndrome.

Purpose: The purpose of the study is to investigate if metabolic syndrome (MS) and other comorbidities are associated with Peyronie's disease (PD).

Methods: A total of 1833 patients retrospectively investigated and divided into two groups: Group A - PD patients ( = 319) and Group B - non-PD patients ( = 1303). The two groups were fully evaluated for diabetes mellitus (DM) with the glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), hypertension (HTN), dyslipidemia (DL), obesity by measuring body mass index, total testosterone (T), penile vascular circulation measuring Peak systolic velocity (PSV) as indicator of arterial supply, end-diastolic velocity (EDV) as indicator of venous output, and finally, smoking.

Prevalence and awareness of varicocele among athletes in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Purpose: To evaluate the prevalence and awareness about symptoms, and complications of varicocele among athletes (bodybuilding and aerobics exercises) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Patients And Methods: A cross-sectional study of male athletes aged between 18 and 48 years old was carried out in multiple branches of fitness centers over a period of 13 months in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A total of 382 face-to-face interviews using a predesigned questionnaire were conducted to identify the levels of knowledge, attitude, and practice.

Penile length is preserved after implant surgery.

Objective: To investigate if there is a correlation between penile size measured preoperatively and erect penis after penile implant surgery (PI). A common cause of patient dissatisfaction after PI is caused by patients complaining that surgery has shortened the penis. It has been suggested that stretched penile length preoperatively is almost the same after surgery when the prosthesis is in erect status.