Biomarkers in Urology, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book
Biomarkers in Urology, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book

Author: Adam Feldman

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2022-11-24

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 032394020X

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In this issue of Urologic Clinics of North America, guest editor Dr. Adam Feldman brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Biomarkers in Urology. The use of biomarkers in clinical practice can range from screening, to refined detection in an at-risk population, to risk stratification following diagnosis, to prognostication following therapy. A better understanding of tumor biology and genetic heterogeneity will lead clinicians to adopt clinical paradigms that utilize sequences of biomarker assessments. In this issue, key experts help you remain at the forefront of the care of urologic malignancies by providing a timely update on emerging biomarkers in urology. - Contains 15 practice-oriented topics including biomarkers in pediatric urology; unleashing the urinary microbiome in benign urologic disease; biomarkers for detection and assessment of clinically significant prostate cancer; biomarkers in testicular cancer: classic tumor markers and beyond; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on biomarkers in urology, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Biomarkers in Urologic Cancer, An Issue of Urologic Clinics of North America
Biomarkers in Urologic Cancer, An Issue of Urologic Clinics of North America

Author: Kevin R. Loughlin

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2016-01-19

Total Pages: 169

ISBN-13: 0323417191

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The past decade has been marked by the acceleration of our understanding of the molecular biology of cancer. Simultaneously, there have been increasing exigencies to diagnose, treat and follow cancer patients more economically. Biomarkers represent the marriage of science and economics. Biomarkers offer the potential to increase the precision of diagnosis, prognosis, and surveillance of urological malignancies. This issue presents the cutting-edge advances of biomarker technology to urologic oncology.

Testosterone, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book
Testosterone, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book

Author: Kevin R. Loughlin

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2022-10-29

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 0323920071

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In this issue of Urologic Clinics of North America, guest editor Dr. Kevin R. Loughlin brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Testosterone. With about 2 out of 10 men older than 60 years having low testosterone (American Urological Association), coupled with an aging population, this issue is an important resource for all urologists for effectively treating men and improving outcomes. It provides a current update on testosterone in men from top experts in the field, covering prostate cancer treatment, the use of anabolic steroids, hypogonadism, testosterone replacement, and more. - Contains 15 practice-oriented topics including current management and controversies surrounding andropause; testosterone and male sexual function; the interplay of testosterone and dihydrotestosterone in prostate cancer; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on testosterone, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Urologic Reconstructive Surgery, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book
Urologic Reconstructive Surgery, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book

Author: Jill Buckley

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2022-08-12

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 032398794X

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In this issue of Urologic Clinics of North America, guest editor Dr. Jill Buckley brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Urologic Reconstructive Surgery. This complex area draws upon the fields of urology, plastic surgery, and even colorectal surgery. In this issue, top experts address the wide breadth of reconstructive surgeries that a urologist may be called upon to perform, providing current, evidence-based clinical and surgical information to improve outcomes. - Contains 14 relevant, practice-oriented topics male stress urinary incontinence; gender affirmation surgery: male to female; gender affirmation surgery: female to male; robotic lower urinary tract reconstructive surgery; selection and outcomes of urinary bowel diversions; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on urologic reconstructive surgery, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Pediatric Urology, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book
Pediatric Urology, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book

Author: Carlos R. Estrada Jr.

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2023-06-30

Total Pages: 281

ISBN-13: 0443184143

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In this issue, guest editors bring their considerable expertise to this important topic.Provides in-depth reviews on the latest updates in the field, providing actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create these timely topic-based reviews.

Artificial Intelligence in Urology, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book
Artificial Intelligence in Urology, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book

Author: Andrew J Hung

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2023-11-09

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 0443130361

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In this issue of Urologic Clinics of North America, guest editor Dr. Andrew J. Hung brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Artificial Intelligence in Urology. Alongside technological advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), applications of AI in urology have grown tremendously over the last few years. This special issue highlights areas of particular interest, such as radiomics, pathomics, genomics, and surgery. Top experts in the field cover the current status and also preview future applications, aimed at improved patient outcomes. - Contains 13 relevant, practice-oriented topics including radiomics, pathomics, and surgical AI; genomics and AI: prostate cancer and renal cell carcinoma; pediatric urology and AI; bladder cancer and AI; AI in urology: big data sets; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on artificial intelligence in urology, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Urologic Pharmacology, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book
Urologic Pharmacology, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book

Author: Craig V. Comiter

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2022-04-16

Total Pages: 227

ISBN-13: 032384927X

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In this issue of Urologic Clinics of North America, guest editor Dr. Craig V. Comiter brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Urologic Pharmacology. Medical therapies for benign prostatic hyperplasia, erectile dysfunction, hypogonadism, overactive bladder, and prostate cancer are widely available, and a basic understanding of the pharmacology of existing treatment options are necessary to avoid complications and maximize efficacy associated with patient outcomes. In this issue, top experts in the field provide current clinical information to help urologists effectively and quickly treat patients. - Contains 14 relevant, practice-oriented topics including medical treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia, medical treatment for urinary tract infections, nutraceuticals and phytotherapy in men's health, hormonal therapy for prostate cancer, medical treatment of female sexual dysfunction, and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on urologic pharmacology, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Cancer Immunotherapy in Urology, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book
Cancer Immunotherapy in Urology, An Issue of Urologic Clinics, E-Book

Author: Sujit S Nair

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2020-10-15

Total Pages: 145

ISBN-13: 0323754996

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The Guest Editors of this issue of Urologic Clinics of North America have put together a comprehensive collection of articles that provides the current knowledge on urologic cancer immunotherapy. Expert authors have contributed clinical review articles on the following topics: Era of personalized vaccines for GU cancers; TCR and dendritic vaccine platforms for GU cancers; Neo-adjuvant platforms for GU cancer immunotherapy; Immune-editing in Cancer: Role of tumor microenvironment and immune-suppressive pathways in localized and aggressive disease; Clinical integration of neo-adjuvant platforms for prostate cancer immunotherapy; Immunotherapy for muscle and non-muscle invasive bladder cancer: BCG and beyond; Immunotherapy for metastatic bladder cancer; Immunotherapy options for metastatic castrate-resistant prostate cancer; Role of tissue infiltrating lymphocytes: Understanding TCR; Therapeutic platforms for IPSC-derived CAR-T; Immune-suppression in prostate cancer: Underlying causes and influence on response to immunotherapy; and Racial disparity in response to immunotherapy. Urologists will come away with the most current information they need to improve outcomes in the urologic cancer patient.

Advanced and Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma, An Issue of Urologic Clinics
Advanced and Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma, An Issue of Urologic Clinics

Author: William C. Huang

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2020-07-16

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 0323755429

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The guest editors, Dr. William Huang and Dr. Ezequiel Becher, have assembled a state-of-the art issue devoted to Advanced and Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). They have secured expert authors to contribute clinical reviews on the important topics involving treating and managing patients with RCC. Specific articles are devoted to the following topics: Imaging for Metastatic RCC; Adjuvant Therapy for Localized High Risk RCC; Current Standards for Therapeutic Sequencing for Advanced RCC; Role of Lymphadenectomy in patients with advanced RCC; Cytoreductive Nephrectomy in the Era of TKI/IO - Who, When and Why; Minimally Invasive Surgery for Patients with Locally Advanced and Metastatic Disease RCC; Evolving Role of Urologists in the Management of Advanced RCC; Neoadjuvant Therapy for Locally Advanced RCC; Epidemiology and Risk Assessment/Biomarkers for Patients with Advanced RCC; Radiation Therapy for Patients with Metastatic RCC; Evolving Role of Metastatectomy for Patients with Metastatic RCC; and Management of Non-Clear Cell Metastatic RCC. Readers will come away with the information they need to treat and manage patients and to improve outcomes.