BJU international
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To determine the ability, reliability and accuracy of a new automated system of urine analysis in differentiating glomerular from nonglomerular bleeding in the initial investigation of haematuria, and compare its efficacy with conventional phase-contrast microscopy (PCM). ⋯ Cellfacts analysis is a simple, rapid, objective and cost-effective method for differentiating glomerular from nonglomerular urinary red blood cells, especially when few such cells are present.
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Comparative Study
A comparative analysis of nephrostomy, JJ stent and urgent in situ extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy for obstructing ureteric stones.
To determine the optimal method of treatment for ureteric stones causing complete obstruction, treated by insertion of a JJ stent or a nephrostomy tube, followed by extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) or by urgent in situ ESWL if readily available. ⋯ If facilities are available, urgent in situ ESWL appears to be the choice of treatment for obstructing ureteric stones. If such facilities are not available, a JJ stent may offer better success than a PCN. A prospective controlled trial is necessary to confirm these findings.
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To conduct a systematic review of the evidence for the efficacy of beta-sitosterol in men with symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). ⋯ beta-sitosterol improves urological symptoms and flow measures. However, the existing studies are limited by short treatment duration and lack of standardized beta-sitosterol preparations. Their long-term effectiveness, safety and ability to prevent the complications of BPH are unknown.
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To determine whether an indwelling catheter on free drainage provides a constantly low intravesical pressure in patients with a neuropathic bladder. ⋯ An indwelling catheter on free drainage is no guarantee of a constantly low intravesical pressure. This study provides evidence to suggest that there is an association between phasic bladder contractions which occur despite catheter drainage and upper urinary tract damage in permanently catheterized patients with SCI.