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Refining management of non-visible haematuria

2 March 2022 | | URO - Functional / Reconstructive Urology, URO - Infection, URO - Urologic Oncology
The optimal evaluation of non-visible haematuria (NVH) continues to be debated, with competing interests of avoidance underdiagnosis and the harms of over-testing. Current National Institute for Health & Care Excellent (NICE) guidance recommends referral for patients ≥60 years with NVH....

Urinary incontinence in women – part 2: management

1 September 2015 | | URO - Functional / Reconstructive Urology
In the second part of our comprehensive overview of urinary incontinence (UI) the authors explore the plethora of treatment options for this complex condition. (Part 1 available here). Conservative management Initial treatment of incontinence should be conservative. Caffeine reduction and...

The assessment and medical treatment of LUTS secondary to BPH

1 November 2016 | URO - Functional / Reconstructive Urology
The term benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) describes prostate enlargement due to non-cancerous processes. Several aetiological mechanisms are involved, including hormonal and vascular alterations; abnormal regulation of apoptosis; and prostatic inflammation, which may stimulate cellular proliferation. With ageing, prostate enlargement can...
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The urinary microbiome in IC/BPS: more complicated than we imagined

2 March 2022 | | URO - Functional / Reconstructive Urology, URO - Infection
The concluding statement of this short review states, “the study of the urinary microbiome and its impact on urological disease, including IC/BPS, is in its infancy.” A lot has been said on this subject in recent years, but this, in...

BAUS 2024 - Welcome from the Honorary Secretary

3 May 2024
Joe Philip. I am thrilled to extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you as we gear up for what promises to be an enriching and enlightening conference experience. On behalf of Mo Belal, the remarkable events...

Bouncing Back: support, mentorship and advice for those unsuccessful in urology ST3 national selection

1 January 2019 | | URO - Core Urology
The 2018 BAUS Annual Scientific Meeting in Liverpool delivered the first session for applicants unsuccessful in urology ST3 national selection. The session was organised and run by Luke Forster, Core Training Liaison Representative, along with several trainees. Background The concept...

Lifestyle interventions for UI in women

1 March 2018 | | URO - Infection, URO - Functional / Reconstructive Urology, URO - Neurourology
Lifestyle interventions for urinary incontinence (UI) are supported by all major guidelines. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guideline (CG171) from September 2013 (updated November 2015) [1] recommends lifestyle advice including dietary modifications such as caffeine reduction,...

Priapism in sickle cell disease

2 March 2022 | | URO - Andrology
What is sickle cell disease? Sickle cell disease (SCD) is one of the most common single-gene disorders in the UK affecting approximately one in every 2000 live births. Approximately 20-25 million people worldwide have SCD. It predominately affects those of...

The how, why and when of bladder washouts: a guide

23 November 2022 | | URO - Functional / Reconstructive Urology, URO - Infection
Bladder washouts are a treatment usually employed by the urology team, more often in an inpatient setting, and commonly indicated for haematuria with clot retention and catheter bypassing [1,2]. Bladder washout is a cornerstone of treatment in urology wards, yet...

BBS Revolution™ Bladder Scanner

30 August 2019 | Research & Development
Featuring a wireless scanning probe with eight ultrasound transducers for fully automatic bladder detection, BBS Revolution™ differentiates between male and female anatomy and delivers accurate volume measurements in seconds.

APCCC (Advanced Prostate Cancer Consensus Conference) Diagnostics 2025

27 February 2025 -28 February 2025
The diagnostic abilities for assessing prostate cancer patients have significantly evolved in the last years. Ranging from advanced imaging modalities for detection, new innovative liquid and tissue based biomarkers as well as the recent introduction of PSMA PET imaging have significantly advanced the field, challenging some of the old grounds of truth.

Nuptial night tragedy

3 November 2022 | | URO - Trauma & Emergency
Case 1 A fit and well 50-year-old gentleman presents to the emergency department with pain and swelling of his penis that started a few hours after he had a shower earlier in the day. On examination, the appearance is as...