Urology Noticias Destacadas June 21, 2019 Pushing the envelope of robotic urologic surgery in children A single-port robotic system offers a safe, efficacious approach for minimally invasive surgeries, including pyeloplasty and appendicovesicostomy, in pediatric patients. Aug. 27, 2019 Artificial urinary sphincter placement: Innovations and practices Mayo Clinic's minimal-touch protocol for artificial urinary sphincter placement minimizes perineal and abdominal skin exposure to decrease the rate of device infection. Aug. 27, 2019 Idiopathic chronic scrotal content pain: Q and A with Matt Ziegelmann, M.D. There are no standardized guidelines for evaluation and management of chronic scrotal content pain, but a consistent algorithm for evaluation and management can improve patients' quality of life. Aug. 27, 2019 New analysis shows radical prostatectomy to be cost-effective management of prostate cancer A cost-effectiveness study indicates that the ProtecT trial actually supports the upfront treatment of more-aggressive prostate cancers and the surveillance of less aggressive prostate cancers. A multidisciplinary approach to genitourinary cancers Mayo Clinic specialists describe considerations and advancements in surgical techniques used in the treatment of testicular cancer, bladder cancer and kidney cancer. Surgical treatment options for people with prostate cancer Igor Frank, M.D., discusses surgical treatment options for people with prostate cancer. Bladder cancer treatment options R. Jeffrey Karnes, M.D., consultant and associate professor, Mayo Clinic, discusses treatment options for bladder cancer. The ailment can be subdivided into subcategories, and the treatments dramatically differ. Invasive treatments can include an ileal neobladder created from the patient's small intestine, which can provide the best quality of life. Publications E-NEWSLETTER EDITION See the latest edition plus past issues 1 New data indicate percutaneous ablation may be an appropriate option for certain patients with renal masses 2 Redefining the male urethral stricture treatment paradigm 3 A novel risk score may help urologists determine which patients with kidney stones require urgent intervention 4 Mayo Clinic offers comprehensive care for women with pelvic floor disorders such as pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence 5 Choice of intraoperative irrigation matters for penile implants: Povidone-iodine leads to a ninefold increase in the likelihood of developing an infection Medical Professionals Urology