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Comparing treatment modalities for transplant kidney VUR in the paediatric population

The management of Transplant kidney vesicoureteral reflux in the paediatric population is a heavily debated issue and Deflux® injection to manage VUR is both widely described in the literature and commonly practised. In this paper, these authors have put forth...

Sacral agenesis and neurogenic bladder: long-term outcomes of bladder and kidney function

These authors looked at single institution outcomes for sacral agenesis (without spina bifida) with reference to renal function and bladder function. All had urodynamics either at diagnosis (56%) or soon after. Of 43 patients (23 female, 20 male), 37 had...

Thiazide diuretic prophylaxis for kidney stones and the risk of diabetes mellitus

Thiazide diuretics have been used to reduce calcium nephrolithiasis recurrence as it is tolerated well, inexpensive and reduces calcium excretion in urine. It has been linked with increased risk of diabetes mellitus (DM) in the presence of hypertension (ALLHAT study),...

What can you do NOW to help kidney stone patients?

Given that the pandemic has meant that cancer surgery and treatment has been postponed, what can be done for patients if their condition isn’t life-threatening?

The Royal Marsden: Demystifying the Science Behind Targeted Treatments and Immunotherapies for Prostate, Bladder & Kidney Cancers Study Day

Dr Elaine Vickers will provide an introduction to the science behind a wide variety of targeted therapies and immunotherapies given to people with prostate, bladder and kidney cancer.

ESU-ESTU Masterclass on Kidney Transplant

Robotic Kidney Transplantation - Standardised Course

Refine your robotic kidney transplantation skills! Are you an experienced urologist with advanced robotic expertise looking to perfect your technique in renal transplant surgery? This 3-day masterclass at Orsi Academy offers an exclusive opportunity to sharpen your skills through intensive, hands-on training and real-life surgical insights.

Robotic Kidney Transplantation Standardised Course

Refine your robotic kidney transplantation skills! Are you an experienced urologist with advanced robotic expertise looking to perfect your technique in renal transplant surgery? This 3-day masterclass at Orsi Academy offers an exclusive opportunity to sharpen your skills through intensive, hands-on training and real-life surgical insights.

The Royal Marsden: An Introduction to the Science Behind Systemic Treatments for Prostate, Bladder, and Kidney Cancer

Dr Elaine Vickers will provide an introduction to the science behind a wide variety of targeted therapies and immunotherapies given to people with prostate, bladder and kidney cancer.

Radiological appearances of non-vascular renal anatomical variants

Anatomical variants of the renal tract are common and, although often asymptomatic, may present with complications. It is essential to identify anatomical variants, as this may have an impact upon surgical planning and management. This article aims to demonstrate radiological...