erectile dysfunction | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Current urology reports | Added Mar 28, 2021
Alternative treatments for erectile dysfunction: A review
This study reviewed several different treatments for erectile dysfunction (ED). Researchers suggested that alternative treatments combined with phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitors (PDE5i) are associated with improved effectiveness.
benign prostatic hyperplasia | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: World Journal of Urology | Added Mar 06, 2021
Comparing the effectiveness of convective water vapor energy therapy with prostatic urethral lift for benign prostatic hyperplasia
This study reviewed and compared the effectiveness of convective water vapor energy therapy (WAVE) with prostatic urethral lift (PUL) in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The data showed that WAVE treatment improved the urinary flow rate and durability of response compared to PUL treatment.
benign prostatic hyperplasia | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: International journal of urology: official journal of the Japanese Urological Association | Added Feb 27, 2021
Comparing thulium laser enucleation to bipolar resection to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia
This study looked at functional outcomes of transurethral thulium laser enucleation (THU) versus bipolar transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) for benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) over 12-months. The authors found that THU may have better effects than TURP.
prostate cancer | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: The Lancet. Oncology | Added Feb 26, 2021
Evaluating the effectiveness and safety of stereotactic ablative body radiotherapy in advanced cancer
This study investigated the effectiveness and safety of stereotactic ablative radiation therapy (SABR) in the treatment of patients with oligometastatic (few metastases) cancer. The data showed that the use of SABR in these patients was associated with high overall survival and low toxicity.
benign prostatic hyperplasia | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: World Journal of Urology | Added Feb 07, 2021
Is Aquablation using the the AquaBeam system safe and effective for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia?
This study investigated the safety and effectiveness of Aquablation using the AquaBeam system for the treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) as a result of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The results suggested that Aquablation using the AquaBeam system was safe and effective.
prostate cancer | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Cochrane database of systematic reviews | Added Jan 13, 2021
Evaluating the effects of abiraterone acetate in combination with androgen deprivation therapy for the treatment of metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer.
This study examined the effects of abiraterone acetate (AA; Zytiga) in combination with androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) for the treatment of metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC). The data showed that AA and ADT combination improves the outcomes in these patients.
prostate cancer | Research | 10 pages | source: Cochrane database of systematic reviews | Added Dec 26, 2020
Reviewing the effects of bisphosphonates or RANKL-inhibitors for men with prostate cancer and bone metastases
The study summarized the outcomes of bisphosphonates and RANKL-inhibitors as supportive treatment in men with prostate cancer (PC) and bone metastases (BM). The authors recommended that a balance between the efficacy and safety of such therapies must be considered for preventing skeletal events in such patients.
benign prostatic hyperplasia | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: European Urology | Added Nov 17, 2020
Urethral-sparing robotic-assisted prostatectomy improves the outcomes of patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia
This study investigated the effectiveness of urethral-sparing robotic-assisted prostate surgery (USRAP) in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Researchers suggested that USRAP is a good and safe method for the treatment of these patients.
erectile dysfunction | Research | 10 pages | source: The journal of sexual medicine | Added Sep 27, 2020
Do shift workers have an increased risk of developing erectile dysfunction?
This study investigated the association between shift work sleep disorder and erectile dysfunction (ED) in shift workers. Researchers suggested that shift work might be a risk factor for ED.
benign prostatic hyperplasia | Clinical Trial | Added Sep 06, 2020
Looking for participants to test a laser treatment for benign prostate hypertrophy
This trial is examining the effectiveness of Moses Pulse laser on patients with benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH). The main outcome will be the change in blood loss during and after surgery. This study is being conducted in Tennessee, US.