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Urodynamics - A new multi-society educational resource for patients
Urodynamics is often poorly understood by patients, which contributes to anticipatory anxiety about the experience and misconceptions about its purpose. Current patient-facing educational resources on this topic (e.g., YouTube videos) have a number of shortcomings in terms of quality, accuracy,...ECA2024 (European Congress of Andrology)
This biennial event represents a pivotal gathering within the European Academy of Andrology, focusing on male health across disciplines such as andrology, urology, and fertility treatments including two symposia co-organised with ESAU. It offers a platform for professionals to discuss the latest scientific advancements and clinical practices.In conversation with Paula Allchorne
We were delighted to catch up with Paula Allchorne, Chair of the European Association of Urology Nurses (EAUN) about her career in urological nursing and her plans for the association. Can you tell us a little bit about what led...
Testosterone and erectile function – the debate goes on!
The most common causes of erectile dysfunction (ED) as per European Association of Urology (EAU) guidelines are: psychogenic, vasculogenic, neurogenic and hormonal. The EAU 2017 guidelines recommend measuring total testosterone (TS) level. This study is a meta-analysis of 14 randomised...ERUS-EAUN24 (ERUS-EAUN Robotic Urology Nursing Meeting)
The aim of the ERUS-EAUN Robotic Urology Nursing Meeting is to become the educational platform for OR nurses and RNFAs working in robot-assisted urology surgery.
Is transperineal prostate biopsy without antibiotic prophylaxis the new gold standard?
Prostate cancer is the second most diagnosed malignancy among men worldwide. Despite substantial advances in MRI–guided diagnostic pathways, prostate biopsy with histopathological evaluation remains indispensable for definitive diagnosis. Historically, transrectal biopsy (TRBx) has been the standard approach; however, concerns regarding...
BPS – a diagnostic enigma
This article from a London teaching hospital presents the results of a Medline search about challenges in bladder pain syndrome. All the known definitions from the American Urological Association (AUA), European Association of Urology (EAU), etc. are given while the...AAU Congress 2025: AI and Robotics in Urology: From Concept to Clinical Practice
The 22nd AAU Congress, held alongside the 5th Oman Urology Society (OUS) Conference, will take place in Muscat, Oman, from 13-16 November 2025. Bringing together top urologists, researchers, and industry leaders, the event will showcase the latest advancements in urological...
Tissue-based biomarkers steering clinical decisions in patients with urothelial cancer
Biomarkers play an essential role in the diagnosis and treatment of urothelial cancer (UC), with PD-L1, FGFR, and MMR proteins being the most clinically established. These biomarkers, derived from histological specimens, guide therapeutic decisions for bladder cancer (BCa) and upper...
Preoperative stenting compared to non‑stenting in ureteroscopy for urinary stone disease
Urolithiasis, one of the most prevalent urological conditions worldwide, significantly affects patients’ quality of life. In the United States, its lifetime prevalence is approximately 1 in 11, while global rates vary from 1% to 13%. The management of urolithiasis offers...
All biochemical recurrences are equal, but some are more equal than others
Despite significant technological advancements, radical prostatectomy (RP) and radiotherapy (RT) are not always effective in curing localised prostate cancer (PCa). Many patients experience a rise in prostate-specific antigen (PSA), known as biochemical recurrence (BCR), leading to considerable anxiety and a...
