Cuaj Can Urol Assoc
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Cuaj Can Urol Assoc · Jul 2014
Retention of robot-assisted surgical skills in urological surgeons acquired using Mimic dV-Trainer.
We assess the retention of robot-assisted surgical skills among urologic surgeons. ⋯ Our results indicate that fundamental robot-assisted surgical skills can be retained in the long-term after they are acquired.
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Cuaj Can Urol Assoc · May 2014
The clinical research office of the endourological society percutaneous nephrolithotomy global study: Outcomes in the morbidly obese patient - a case control analysis.
Efficacy and safety of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) have been demonstrated in obese individuals. Yet, there is a paucity of data on the outcomes of PCNL in morbidly obese patients (body mass index [BMI] >40). ⋯ PCNL in morbidly obese patients is associated with longer operative duration, higher rates of re-intervention and an increased risk of perioperative complications. With this knowledge, urologists should seek to develop strategies to optimize the perioperative management of such patients.
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Cuaj Can Urol Assoc · Nov 2013
Pain management in urology training: A national survey of senior residents.
We explore the attitudes and experience of urology residents toward acute and chronic pain management during their training. ⋯ The results of this survey suggest that urology residents attain their knowledge of pain management experientially with what may be insufficient formal training, particularly in chronic pain. These observations are limited by the relatively small number of respondents and by the nature of a cross-sectional, self-reported survey; however, they would appear to underscore a need to redouble efforts in residency education.
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Cuaj Can Urol Assoc · Nov 2013
Emphysematous cystitis: The role of CT imaging and appropriate treatment.
Emphysematous cystitis is a relatively rare disease characterized by the presence of gas in the bladder wall and/or lumen. The primary risk factor is diabetes mellitus. ⋯ Accurate diagnosis of the disease and appropriate treatment typically results in a favourable prognosis and can improve the outcome. We present a case of emphysematous cystitis diagnosed by a computed tomography scan in a diabetic woman with poor glycemic control.