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Still Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) in urology: meeting the challenges presented by COVID-19

3 May 2022 |
Back in 2019, Simon Harrison – the then sole national lead for the urology workstream in the Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) programme – wrote an article for Urology News on the GIRFT national report and how its recommendations...

Renal calculi composition – Hounsfield units or dual energy CT?

1 July 2014 | | URO - Endourology & Stones, URO - Uroradiology
In this, the inaugural uro-radiology article, Jane Belfield (Section Editor) considers the significance of Hounsfield units in defining stone composition. Despite its widespread adoption and referencing in stone MDTs, there are some very clear limitations. Jane explores the potential role...

Image-guided renal cryoablation

1 November 2014 | | URO - Urologic Oncology, URO - Uroradiology
Introduction There has undoubtedly been a dramatic increase in the number of patients diagnosed with small renal masses in recent years [1]. The rapidly expanding use of CT has led to a large number of incidental diagnoses, but increasing longevity...

Emphysematous pyelonephritis: a review

1 May 2014 | | URO - Endourology & Stones, URO - Infection
Introduction Emphysematous pyelonephritis (EPN) is an acute, severe, necrotising, bacterial infection of the renal parenchyma and surrounding tissues, with gas in the renal parenchyma, collecting system or perinephric tissue. Although it is rare, it is potentially life threatening and early...

Fournier’s gangrene

1 May 2015 | | URO - Infection
Introduction Fournier’s gangrene (FG) is a rare but fulminant form of infective necrotising fasciitis affecting the perineum and external genitalia, which can rapidly progress along fascial planes. It most commonly affects men, but can occur in women and children, with...

BAUS & KARL STORZ Ureteroscopy Course

8 November 2024 -8 October 2024
This workshop is aimed at ST3/4 level Urology trainees wishing to gain hands-on exposure to techniques in ureteroscopy and laser technology. This course will run in collaboration between BAUS & KARL STORZ.

EAU (European Association of Urology) Masterclass on Lasers in urology

14 November 2024 -15 November 2024
Learn all laser applications in urology in this high-level masterclass, including treatment of benign prostatic obstruction, bladder and upper tract urothelial carcinoma, renal stones and urinary tract strictures.

Urology Week 2024

23 September 2024 -29 September 2024
Continence health problems are a major health issue impacting not only patients but their loved ones, national health systems, the economy, the environment, and society. Urology Week 2024 focuses on incontinence to help raise awareness. Learn more by exploring this website. Let’s spread the word!

ESU-ESFU Masterclass on Functional urology

26 September 2024 -27 September 2024
In this masterclass you can expect comprehensive coverage on: male and female anatomy, neuroanatomy and physiology, Bladder pain syndrome/ interstitial cystitis, sexual dysfunction, vesicovaginal fistula, complications after stress urinary incontinence surgery, urinary diversion in functional urology.

IRCAD France: Robotic Pediatric Surgery and Urology Advanced Course

14 November 2024 -15 November 2024
This 2-day course will cover a broad spectrum of surgical procedures in robotic pediatric surgery and urology, and will be divided into two parts with one morning dedicated to theoretical training, and the rest of the course entirely dedicated to hands-on training.

Dundee Institute for Healthcare Simulation: Cadaveric HOLEP Masterclass

1 May 2025 -2 May 2025
Join our course dedicated to Holmium enucleation of the prostate. This full immersion masterclass is intended for senior trainees (ST6>) focusing on a BPH interest and urology consultants to improve their HOLEP skills. Our expert faculty panel are from across the UK and the techniques taught are internationally recognized and affiliated.

Action Bladder Cancer UK: Understanding Bladder Cancer: the latest developments in treatments and research, and a spotlight on the patient experience. Nurse Education Day

5 September 2025
An annual Nurse Education Day for specialist urology and cancer nurses is held every September in Birmingham. This full-day event welcomes over 100 nurses and provides up-to-date knowledge on bladder cancer treatments, highlights recent developments, and offers opportunities for networking and sharing experiences and expertise. 9.30-4pm