Publications by authors named "So Yeon Pak"
Introduction: Social determinants of health (SDH) are nonbiologic influencers of disease and health care disparities. This study focused on understanding the association between SDH and urology clinic "no-show" visits within a diverse urban population.
Methods: We retrospectively identified patients scheduled for urology clinic visits from October 2015 to June 2022 who completed a 10-question social needs screener.
Objective: To assess the quality of information on YouTube regarding post-prostatectomy incontinence treatments. The 2019 American Urological Association(AUA)/(SUFU) Society of Urodynamics, Female Pelvic Medicine & Urogenital Reconstruction guidelines recommend the placement of a male sling or artificial urinary sphincter. Patient education is essential for appropriate expectations and patient satisfaction.
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- The study aimed to evaluate how genomic testing can help assess the risk of prostate cancer in Black patients with low to intermediate risk.
- Researchers analyzed data from 63 Black men who were eligible for active surveillance according to guidelines and had undergone genomic testing, revealing that post-testing risk levels were generally higher than initial classifications.
- The findings indicate that incorporating genomic testing could refine risk assessments, leading to better-informed treatment decisions for this group, as a significant portion of patients were reclassified to a higher risk post-testing.