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The Re-humanising Revolution: Breaking the conspiracy of silence
Over the last few years, the mental and emotional wellbeing of those who work in medicine has come under scrutiny. The author introduces a new resource. Working in healthcare has always been stressful but never more so than today. In...Urology around the world: Myanmar
In this article the author, a urologist from Myanmar, discusses the presentation, diagnosis and management of a condition common in his country. Urethral orifice stones Urolithiasis is one of the most common urological conditions, usually involving the kidneys, ureters and...RSM (Royal Society of Medicine) Urology Section Winter Meeting 2026
Set in the stunning resort of La Plagne, the 2026 Winter Meeting will offer a week of expert-led updates across general and specialist urology. Running annually since 1981, this popular event is designed for generalists seeking to enhance their knowledge in a relaxed, collegial environment.ABC (Action Bladder Cancer) UK Annual Nurses Education Day: Understanding Bladder Cancer and the Latest Developments
Action Bladder Cancer UK is holding its next annual Nurses’ Education Day for Urology Nurses and Clinical Nurse Specialists in Birmingham on Friday 5th September 2025. This is ABC UK’s fourth full day education event for nurses, following the success...New drug hope for prostate cancer patients
• Hormone therapy is used to slow the progression of advanced prostate cancer, but cancers often develop resistance and continue to grow.• Research reveals that patients with higher levels of heat shock proteins have worse outcomes.• Targeting these proteins with...Feeling like a fraud — imposter syndrome: what it is and what to do about it
Have you ever been plagued by feelings of incompetence despite evidence to the contrary, then this article is for you. Dr Dunay Schmulian provides insight into imposter syndrome and what to do about it. Excerpt 1 Consultant:That was excellent, and...EAUNwebinar: Vacuum devices in penile rehabilitation: A practical guide for nurses
Learning objectives In this webinar, participants will: Gain an understanding of the impact of urological surgery on sexuality and the use of the VED in rehabilitation Gain an understanding of how to give instructions on the use of the VED...RSM (Royal Society of Medicine) Endourology Day
Now a staple in the national endourology calendar, this meeting will highlight cutting-edge developments in stone disease, upper tract TCC, and BPH. The day concludes with the much-anticipated, informal 'Challenging Cases' session, a lively forum for discussion and learning.MUC (Midlands Urology Club) Annual Meeting
The Midlands Urology Club (MUC) Meeting is back in Walsall this year. An eminent panel of Urologists will be talking to us on various aspects of clinical practice. Talks include updates from Mr A Birring & Mr KJ Ho on Genito-Urethral Reconstruction Services and Management of Penile Cancer in West Midlands, respectively. Mr C Luscombe will be leading a session on Implementation of the GIRFT A&G in the region. The event is fully subscribed now with LEDS, NTN’s, FYs & CTS as well as senior clinicians registered for the meeting. This is an opportunity to learn, get up-to-date on local practice and meet fellow colleagues in the area. Audits from various trusts in the region will be presented in the afternoon. Lunch and refreshments have kindly been provided by our sponsors.
Tolerability and persistence in women prescribed mirabegron
Mirabegron is a beta-3 agonist used in the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB). Trials have shown reduced side-effects but equal efficacy when compared to anticholinergics. The authors wished to examine patients’ persistence with treatment, in a non-trial setting, over a...
Laparoscopic ureteral ligation (clipping)
Ectopic ureters in the presence of an upper moiety duplex kidney, or non functioning upper moieties, are traditionally treated with a heminephrectomy (open or laparoscopic). This carries significant risks, especially loss of the remaining lower moiety. These authors describe a...
