Management of Erectile Dysfunction in Clinical Practice is a short guide to erectile dysfunction (ED) and its management covering normal function and dysfunction, assessment, treatment options and interventions. ED is a symptom, not a disease and will have underlying causes such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, diabetes, chronic renal impairment, chronic arthritis, chronic alcoholism, multiple sclerosis.

This book will be an essential reference for family practitioners and residents in urology.

The first edition of Male Sexual Function: A Guide to Clinical Management was published in 2001. Since that time, two new oral medications for erectile dysfunction (R) (R) (ED), Vardenafil (Levitra ) and Tadalafil (Cialis ), have been introduced. Links between ED and lower urinary tract symptoms have been postulated, advances in the basic science of erectile physiology have occurred, and the appreciation of ED as a form of endothelial dysfunction and a harbinger of other more potentially lethal forms of vascular disease has become more widespread. In some instances, third-party payers have reduced or eliminated coverage for ED treatments in an attempt to cut costs. They have classified sexual activity as "recreational," "lifestyle," or not medically necessary, but have failed to appreciate the negative consequences of ED, such as depression with all of its ramifications. Male Sexual Function: A Guide to Clinical Management, Second Edition is a comp- hensive overview of the field of male sexual function and includes a chapter on female sexual dysfunction, an emerging field with a very high incidence in the population and an ever-growing following.

The Essentials in Cytopathology series publishes generously illustrated and user-friendly guides with over 100 full color images that illustrate principles and practice in Cytopathology for pathologists and clinicians. Cytologic Detection of Urothelial Lesions by Dorothy L. Rosenthal, MD and Stephen S. Raab, MD is the second volume in the series. This volume will present a simple approach to dealing with cellular samples from the urinary tract.

This brand new edition describes in detail the tests involved in urodynamic investigation and shows in which clinical areas these tests can help the management of patients. The authors concentrate on common clinical problems and on the presentation of symptom complexes rather than diagnosis, pointing out any limitations and possible artefacts of investigation. * The new edition takes into account the technological innovations that have taken place over the last 10 years, while retaining the original objectives of the first edition. * The subject is presented so simply that a clinician with no previous experience will learn how to use the appropriate equipment in the correct situation. * Urodynamic investigation is described in such detail that it can be accepted in its own right as a fundamental contribution to the management of many patients. After reading this book, clinicians will appreciate the value and limitations of the subject and will have obtained the necessary practical advice on which equipment to use in which situation.

This book comprehensively reviews the potential of focal therapy and discusses why the changing face of prostate cancer warrants a change in the way we treat men with the disease. It deals with the mechanisms by which disease can be localized within the gland and then the different technologies used for focal ablation. Bringing together eminent contributors in one accessible reference, this book introduces focal therapy to all urologists, oncologists, and radiologists who are involved in the treatment of men with prostate cancer.

Overactive Bladder: Practical Management provides urologists, gynecologists and other health practitioners with a comprehensive clinical guide to this very common problem, resulting in a perfect resource to consult time and time again. Beginning with an introductory section covering the definition and pathophysiolgy of OAB, it then moves on to cover evaluation, first-line management, second-line management and finally surgery. Well-illustrated throughout, each chapter begins with a key points box outlining the most important take-home messages. Also included are clear management algorithms to aid decision-making, 'Do's and Don't' boxes to help avoid errors made, key references to the top journal articles, and the very latest guidelines from the EAU, AUA and other major urology societies. Chapters are written by the top names in the field and the entire book is expertly edited by Jacques Corcos, John Heesakkers and Scott MacDiarmid. The result is a consistent, comprehensive and fully up to date approach to OAB, providing urologists managing patients with this condition with rapid access, specialist clinical guidance.

This highly acclaimed book offers help to the millions of adult Americans who deal with urinary incontinence. Based on a program developed at the National Institute on Aging in association with the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, "Staying Dry" is the book that will put you back in charge.

The most comprehensive textbook in the field edited by the founding father of endourology returns for a new edition. In full colour throughout and packed with surgical teaching videos, this is an essential purchase for all urologists wishing to master their skills.

Das Harnblasenkarzinom gehoert weltweit zu den haufigsten Krebserkrankungen und wird meist erst im Endstadium erkannt. Gegenwartig verwendete diagnostische Verfahren sind invasiv, zeit- und kostenintensiv und verbunden mit dem Risiko weiterer Komplikationen. Die Entwicklung von nicht-invasiven Tumormarkern fur die Diagnose und Nachsorge von Harnblasenkarzinomen ist von grossem klinischen Interesse und koennte anhand von RNA-Markern im Patientenurin realisiert werden. Im ersten Schritt wurde daher das Transkriptom vom Urin gesunder Patienten mit dem von Harnblasenkarzinom-Patienten im fortgeschrittenen Tumorstadium verglichen und potentielle Tumormarker identifiziert. Anschliessend wurde der Fokus auf die Analyse von linearen und zirkularen RNA-Spezies des TRAM1- und S100A6-Genlokus gelegt und umfassende Studien zur Detektion und Verifizierung der Transkripte durchgefuhrt. Dabei empfahlen sich insbesondere S100A6-RNAs durch eine solide Nachweisbarkeit im Patientenurin und eine erhoehte Expression mit fortschreitendem Krankheitsstadium als Tumormarker fur das Harnblasenkarzinom. Zirkulare RNAs standen aufgrund ihrer vermuteten erhoehten Stabilitat in Koerperflussigkeiten und der bereits bekannten Tumor-biologischen Funktionen ebenfalls im Mittelpunkt der Untersuchungen. Ein besseres Verstandnis der vielfaltigen Funktionen von zirkularen Transkripten koennte zudem die Entwicklung von therapeutischen Strategien zur Behandlung von Blasentumoren vorantreiben.

Qualifizierte Diagnostik des Urinsediments! Dieses Lehrbuch vermittelt umfassend in Theorie und Praxis die qualifizierte Diagnostik des Urinsediments. Es erklart die Grundlagen der Urinsedimentdiagnostik und gibt daruber hinaus auch versierten Untersuchern zahlreiche Tipps. Exzellente Digitalfotografien in der Hellfeld- und Phasenkontrast-Mikroskopie zeigen eindeutig alle morphologischen Merkmale und unterstutzen das sichere Erkennen und Differenzieren der Bestandteile des Urinsediments. Fur Nephrologen, Urologen, Gynakologen, Internisten, Allgemeinmediziner, Studierende der Medizin, MTLAs und medizinisches Fachpersonal. Die 3. Auflage wurde umfassend aktualisiert, einige Kapitel ganzlich erneuert und durch zahlreiche neue hochaufloesenden mikroskopischen Aufnahmen als auch durch Kurzvideos als Zusatzmaterial erweitert.

"Oxalate Metabolism in Relation to Urinary Stone" is the third monograph to appear in the "Bloomsbury Series". Edited by Alan Rose, the book describes the current clinical and biochemical features of oxalate metabolism. Its content and direction fulfil the goals of the Series emphasising the strong links between basic science and clinical medicine. London Jack Tinker 30 March 1988 Preface The first oxalate workshop was held in London in 1979 and the proceedings published privately by the Wellcome Foundation. At that time the importance of urinary oxalate as a risk factor more important for calcium oxalate stone formation than urinary calcium had been recognized. Nevertheless measurements of urinary oxalate still left a lot to be desired and in particular the non-enzymatic conversion of ascorbate to oxalate had not been rediscovered so that many measurements must have been wrong. Plasma oxalate was still difficult or impossible to measure by any reasonable, accessible methods and consequently there was still much argument and speculation about the handling of oxalate by the kidneys. A lot of work has been performed in the last eight years on oxalate metabolism and it therefore seemed to the organisers to be a good time to hold a second oxalate workshop.

This book provides an overview of research and practice dealing with the specific needs of gay and bisexual men living with prostate cancer, as well as the special psychosocial needs of their partners. The intention is twofold: to provide insight into the unique experiences and concerns of gay or bisexual men living with prostate cancer in order to inform and assist future research, clinical practice and supportive care, and policy; and to ensure that the needs of gay and bisexual men are recognized and advanced on the mainstream prostate cancer agenda. Featuring both cutting-edge research and powerful portraits of gay and bisexual men living with prostate cancer, this book will be indispensable for health care, oncology, and mental health practitioners who seek to address their specific experiences and challenges.

Die systematische Integration der Patientenperspektive in medizinische Entscheidungsprozesse durch Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) gewinnt weiter an Bedeutung. Dies gilt insbesondere fur Erkrankungen, die mit einem hohen Leidensdruck verbunden sind. Hierzu zahlt auch die Harninkontinenz - eine Erkrankung, die uberwiegend Frauen betrifft und mit vielfaltigen Einschrankungen assoziiert ist. Wichtige PROMs in der Harninkontinenzversorgung sind der Questionnaire for Urinary Incontinence Diagnosis (QUID), der bei der Abgrenzung zwischen Belastungs- und Dranginkontinenz - den beiden haufigsten Inkontinenzformen - unterstutzt, sowie der Incontinence Severity Index (ISI), der auf eine Beurteilung des Schweregrads fokussiert. Gegenstand dieses Buchs ist eine Studie unter 161 inkontinenten Frauen, in der QUID und ISI erstmals ins Deutsche ubersetzt und evaluiert wurden. Im Zentrum stand die Untersuchung klassischer psychometrischer Gutekriterien wie Sensitivitat, Spezifitat, Reliabilitat und Validitat. Im Ergebnis kann der Einsatz beider Frageboegen empfohlen werden. Die massige Spezifitat des QUID bei der Unterscheidung zwischen Belastungs- und Dranginkontinenz ist jedoch zu berucksichtigen.

The fourth edition of the Oxford Handbook of Urology has been fully updated to reflect the significant advances in medical and surgical opportunities since the previous edition, including pelvic laparoscopic and robotic surgery, new drugs in incontinence and male sexual health, and new laser devices for prostate surgery. Guidelines from the European Association of Urology, the American Association of Urology, and the British Association of Urology, as well as NICE, have all been updated to reflect the best evidence-based clinical practice. Featuring both additional and expanded topics, the new edition is up to date for use in everyday urological clinical practice, and now includes recent urological controversies such as the use of vaginal mesh, to offer the newest guidance to help with doctors' consultations with the patient. The handbook is a comprehensive and concise resource, spanning the whole field of urology in an easily digestible format, including the basics of patient assessment and investigations. Providing bite-sized topics with easily navigable sections and summary diagrams and photographs, it is a key source for quick reference during clinical duties in clinics, theatre, and A&E settings, whilst providing enough information for urology doctors taking the FRCS exam. The authors have a wide range of subspecialist interests, and have welcomed a brand new co-author to ensure coverage of the needs of junior doctors. The Oxford Handbook of Urology is an invaluable resource for junior urology doctors, A&E and general surgery doctors, urology ward and theatre nurses, and medical students.

Robotics is one of the hottest topics in medicine today, with an international interest that is exponentially growing. The introduction of robotic technology into modern operating theatres has provoked a revolutionary change in the basic surgical approach, with many advantages over traditional open surgical treatment, including faster recovery and a significantly lower risk of surgical trauma.

While the benefits of minimally invasive surgery are apparent, the expansion of laparoscopic surgery throughout the field has been relatively slow due to the steep learning curve and the level of practice and specialism required to perform such procedures. Although revolutionary upon conception, standard laparoscopy involves the surgeon working from monitors with no depth perception and also with a surgical motion that is counter-intuitive. The introduction of robotic technology however, has surpassed the traditional laparoscopic approach by providing full three dimensional vision, intuitive motion and wristed instrumentation with motion scaling.

These dramatic innovations have broadened the scope of surgeons that can now perform complex laparoscopy, and while still in its infancy, robotic assisted surgery has begun to infiltrate all fields of surgery. However, while the practical adoption of the techniques and procedures has increased over the last 5 years, the educational resources have not, leaving the only available learning tools as videos, case observation and proctorships.

There is therefore a severe market void for such a publication as this, with steadily growing sales around the world of robotic surgical systems. A compact book, overseen by such a respected figure and featuring contributions from the field leaders, is sure to be very successful within the next few years.

This manual is a concise, straightforward guide for learning how to perform high-quality urodynamic investigations. Experienced editors and contributors provide easy-to-follow practical information on pre-test assessment of urodynamic function, how to set up urodynamic equipment, and how to perform individual urodynamic techniques, including cystometry, videocystourethrography and ambulatory monitoring. The book covers modern equipment and its use, and outlines the new national standards in urodynamics, allowing readers to check their knowledge and standard operating procedures are adequate. It also gives valuable information on how to set up and run a urodynamics service. With clear illustrations and clinical case studies woven into the text, this is a must-have resource to facilitate training in urodynamics. It is also a refresher of the standards and protocols required for good urodynamic practice for gynaecologists and continence nurses.

Following on from the first book entitled 'Conservative treatment of Male Urinary Incontinence and Erectile Dysfunction' this book has been expanded to include seven new chapters and existing chapters have been extensively updated. It is written primarily for those specialist continence physiotherapists who are unsure of the treatment for male patients with lower urinary tract symptoms.

The classification of male urinary incontinence has been restructured in line with the International Continence Society standardisation of terminology. The subjective and objective physiotherapy assessment is covered chronologically, to enable the clinician to conduct a meaningful investigation and arrive at a logical diagnosis.

Straightforward, no-nonsense guidance on one of the most vital (and often ignored) women's health and wellbeing issues. A must-read! (Rebecca Schiller CEO of Birthrights, the human rights in childbirth charity and author of The No-Guilt Pregnancy Plan) *Learn how to treat common problems such as stress incontinence, overactive bladder and prolapse *Get back into shape post-pregnancy *Enjoy a healthy sex life at every stage of your life

Managing urologic cancer by preserving, as opposed to removing, affected tissue, is rapidly becoming the favoured choice for urologists and oncologists. Discover all available options and how to achieve the best possible patient management with this expert guide to the area. The editor, Mark Schoenberg, is an internationally-renown expert in this exciting new area and has recruited an outstanding team featuring some of the leading urologists/oncologists in North America and Europe to assist him.

The Penis Book is the comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about the penis, for men and women alike. Written by Dr. Aaron Spitz - one of America's top urologists and a regular on The Doctors - the book is full of in-depth information, expert medical advice, and even humor to put the reader at ease. In addition to information on everything from sexually transmitted infections to the science of blood flow, Dr. Spitz presents an easy-to-follow five-step plan for holistic penis health, including advice on eating a plant-based diet, meditation, and heart-healthy workouts. This book will be the essential guide to caring for the penis in anyone's life.

Senior investigators internationally have here collaborated to produce an international reference work. Each contributor provides critical and thought provoking concepts and ideas based on the latest developments in their field. The result is a must read and timely reference work for investigators who are interested in how spermatogenesis is currently understood and which are the most promising avenues for future research; an Introduction sets the context for the chapter and points out the relevance of the research for basic research scientists and clinicians.

Die historische Entwicklung der Fachdisziplin der Urologie ist spannend und interessant. Insbesondere, weil die Wurzeln des Faches u.a. in Deutschland und OEsterreich liegen. In diesem Essential werden wichtige Schlusselmomente aus der Urologie, Andrologie und benachbarter Gebiete zusammengetragen. Kurzweilig erhalt der Leser einen UEberblick zur historischen Entwicklung dieses medizinischen Fachgebietes. Neben den grossen Themenkomplexen wie der Steintherapie, Prostatachirurgie, Uro-Radiologie und Zystoskopie-Endoskopie finden auch spezielle Aspekte der Entwicklung der medizinischen Fachgesellschaft, der Urodynamik und der Transplantationsmedizin Berucksichtigung. Die Zielgruppen Urologen, angehende Facharzte der Urologie, interessierte Mediziner, Allgemeinarzte, Medizinhistoriker

For many years, the focus of fertility research and treatment has been the female. In reality, at least half of all infertility cases have a male factor as a major or contributing cause. Recent advances in the diagnosis and treatment of male infertility have enabled pregnancies in cases where the male partner was previously considered to be untreatable or even sterile. With contributions from world- renowned experts, this comprehensive overview of male infertility covers anatomy, evaluation, treatment and prevention. The elucidation of the molecular genetics underpinning spermatogenesis and the development of new sperm function tests have increased our understanding of male infertility and led to new treatments which are discussed and evaluated. This volume presents the latest scientific developments in a clinically useful and practical format. The book is packaged with a high-quality surgical atlas on CD- ROM. This text will be valuable for urologists and reproductive endocrinologists at all levels.

Following the undergraduate curriculum set by the British Association of Urological Surgeons, Urology at a Glance offers practical advice on diagnosis and management of one of the most rapidly developing medical specialties. Building on basic science, the book provides an overview of clinical approaches to assist the medical student or junior doctor on rotation, as well as looking at practical procedures and specific details of the most commonly encountered urological disorders. Vibrantly illustrated and containing common clinical scenarios, Urology at a Glance provides all the information and latest guidelines needed for a medical student or junior doctor to excel in this field.

The Oxford Handbook of Genitourinary Medicine, HIV, and Sexual Health returns for a third edition, fully updated to encompass the changes in the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV, British HIV Association, and Faculty of Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare guidelines and recommendations. Developments in sexual healthcare provision, including identifying child sexual exploitation, legal obligations in regard to female genital mutilation, and gender diversity, are covered in new chapters and topics. HIV management is covered in greater detail, including PrEP for prophylaxis, drug interactions during treatment, and antiretroviral toxicity, with expanded topics on managing pregnancy with HIV. More colour plates are included, to feature a greater number of common dermatological presentations in genitourinary medicine and HIV to better aid diagnosis. Maintaining the concise yet comprehensive style of the Oxford Handbook series, The Oxford Handbook of Genitourinary Medicine, HIV, and Sexual Health provides a wealth of detailed, evidence-based, and clinically focused information on all aspects of the discipline, from STI diagnosis and management to medico-legal issues. This Handbook is a key single reference work for healthcare professionals, sexual health specialists, trainee doctors, and nurses with an interest in the field, making it an indispensable resource to keep on hand at all times.