Urology

Minimally invasive prostate cancer treatments underused in US and Europe
A survey by Millennium Research Group (MRG) of over 140 US and European-based urologists suggests that several minimally invasive prostate cancer treatment options are underused in both the US and Europe. 4 July 2008

Cryotherapy option for prostate cancer treatment 
Galil Medical has announced that the American Urological Association has introduced clinical guidelines with best practice statements for prostate cryotherapy. 23 May 2008

Identification of prostate cancer genes opens door to new treatments
For the first time researchers have identified the genetic profile of prostate cancer stem cells. The study by the YCR Cancer Research Unit at the University of York, England, and Pro-cure Therapeutics Ltd, could lead to new ways for treating the cancer. 22 May 2008

Microphone replaces catheter for detecting benign prostatic enlargement
The sound of urinary flow detected using a microphone placed behind the scrotum can measure the resistance placed on the urethra by an enlarged prostate. 15 May 2008

Open access journal on urology and urologic oncology launched
UroToday Inc. has launched UroToday International Journal (UIJ), a new online, peer-reviewed, fast-tracked urology and urologic oncology publication. 15 May 2008

Microwave treatments for enlarged prostate cause blood pressure surges
Many men who receive microwave therapy for enlarged prostates experience significant surges in blood pressure that could raise their risk of a heart attack or stroke, according to new research findings published recently in Mayo Clinic Proceedings. 18 April 2008

CyberKnife delivers high dose brachytherapy for prostate cancer non-invasively
The CyberKnife robotic radiosurgery system can serve as a non-invasive means for delivering high dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy dosing, according to a new study. The study supports the system's clinical flexibility in treating prostate cancer and expands the non-invasive options available to clinicians and patients. 18 April 2008

Ultrasound diagnostic tool could improve non-invasive treatment of prostate cancer
HistoScanning, a novel processing technology for ultrasonography could improve the treatment and monitoring of prostate cancer and help avoid unnecessary invasive procedures. 17 October 2007

Metal-free motor makes robotic biopsies safe for use with MRI
Engineers at the Johns Hopkins Urology Robotics Lab have developed a motor without metal or electricity that can safely power remote-controlled robotic surgical tools used for cancer biopsies and therapies guided by magnetic resonance imaging. 17 April 2007

HIFU treatment for prostate cancer maintains 100% continence and potency
A study at University College London Hospitals (UCLH) using the Sonablate 500 high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) device to treat localised prostate cancer has found it completely effective in maintaining continence and potency. 3 April 2007

Siemens presents new lithotripter for mobile urology platform
Siemens has added the Modularis Variostar lithotripter to its Modularis urology platform. The module is suited to both overtable and undertable procedures and a complete range of new ergonomic features simplifies operation and daily work with the unit. 27 March 2007

B-K Medical introduces prostate transducer with two ultrasound functions
A new transrectal prostate transducer from B-K Medical combines the functionality of simultaneous biplane and endfire transducers in one. It enables urologists to examine any prostate in any plane with control and ease. 13 March 2007

Combination of radiation therapies more effective treatment for prostate cancer
Studies have shown that a combination of different radiotherapeutic methods are able to increase the efficacy of radiation for prostate cancer at an early stage. Combined hormone and radiation therapy has also been shown to benefit prostate cancer patients if they have a high risk of disease progression. 27 Oct 2006

Siemens introduces Modularis VarioStar lithotripsy system
The Modularis VarioStar is designed to offer the highest flexibility in patient positioning and treatment, and to provide new ergonomic features for clinicians. 29 August 2006

Bristol Hospital offers Sonablate prostate cancer treatment on fee-per-use basis
Southmead Hospital, part of North Bristol NHS Trust in England, will offer high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatment of prostate cancer using the Sonablate 500 on a fee-per-use basis, joining 40 sites in the UK that can make the treatment more widely available. 5 July 2006

Italian National Cancer Institute chooses Ablatherm-HIFU to treat prostate cancer
The Italian National Cancer Institute, Centro Referimento Oncologico (CRO), in cooperation with Pordenone Hospital in Aviano has chosen the Ablatherm-HIFU technology from EDAP TMS S.A. for the treatment of prostate cancer. 23 May 2006

Medtronic announces clinical trials strategy for neurological and urological therapies
Medtronic will invest in at least six new major clinical trials of therapies that use its neuromodulation or radiofrequency technology to treat a range of neurological and urological conditions such as Parkinson's disease, depression, chronic pain, severe spasticity. 1 May 2006

Ten years of high intensity focused ultrasound treatment for prostate cancer
EDAP presented 10-year Ablatherm - HIFU European experiences and a review of results of treatments dating back to 1995 at a special dedicated symposium during the European Association of Urology conference in Paris, 5-8 April. 23 April 2006

Robotic prostatectomy protects sexual function
A year-long study by Henry Ford Hospital found patients who underwent a robotic radical prostatectomy had significantly better erectile function outcomes than those who received conventional nerve-sparing surgery without compromising cancer control. 11 January 2006

Photoselective vaporisation of the prostate shown to be effective treatment for BPH
A study on the long-term outcomes of men treated with photoselective vaporisation of the prostate (PVP) for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) using the Laserscope GreenLight (TM) laser system has shown significant and sustainable improvements in the outcomes of patients. 28 September 2005

Microwave device treats enlarged prostates faster, safer and effectively as surgery
Prostalund, a Swedish developer and manufacturer of medical devices, announced its CoreTherm medical device that uses minimally invasive, temperature-controlled, microwave thermotherapy to treat an enlarged prostate. 28 May 2005

25th birthday of lithotripsy system
9 February 2005 marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of the first successful treatment of a patient using Dornier's lithotripsy systems. This method is easy on the patient, making open surgical operations superfluous, and it has revolutionized the treatment of patients suffering from the stone. February 2005

Un'innovazione celebra il suo 25esimo compleanno

Se celebra el 25 aniversario de una innovación científica

Le 25e anniversaire d'une solution novatrice

Siemens launch new lithotripsy system: Lithoskop, a multifunctional lithotripter for almost any urological application. January 2005

Neues Lithotripsiesystem für nahezu alle urologischen Anwendungen. Januar 2005