The Effectiveness of a Three Day Course Antibiotic Post-urodynamic Study in Preventing Lower Urinary Tract Infection

Aim: to evaluate the effect of a 3-day course antibiotic post-urodynamic study (UDS) to prevent urinary tract infection (UTI). Methods: this was a randomized double blind clinical trial on the proportion of UTI in patients who received levofloxacin 500 mg once a day for 3 days after UDS compared to nontreated patients. The outcome of this study was the incidence of lower UTI in levofloxacin group and placebo group. Lower UTI was defined as patient with one or more clinical symptoms of lower UTI and one or more urinalysis parameter of UTI. Chi-square was used to evaluate the association between the lower UTI and treatment group. Results: a total of 126 patients were enrolled in this study from two outpatient urology clinics in Jakarta: Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital and Asri Hospital. Overall, 26 patients (20.6%) had UTI post UDS (8 out of 63 patients from levofloxacin arm (12.7%) and 18 out of 63 patients from placebo arm (28.6%); p=0.028). The most common isolate found was E. coli (n=18 patients; 69.2%). The most common indications to perform UDS were Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS) with failure of therapy (n=43 patients; 25%), LUTS after invasive treatment (n=29 patients; 16.9%), and overactive bladder with failure of therapy (n=22 patients; 12.7%). Conclusion: the use of antibiotic post-UDS can prevent incidence of lower UTI

Voiding Profile in Recipients Post Renal Transplant

Renal transplantation (RTX) was though to have higher survival rates. However, patients with long-term dialysis have decreased bladder function due to disuses. High urine production after RTX surgery might cause the patient to have urinary symptoms, thus decreasing their quality of life. The aim of this study is to evaluate voiding characteristics of recipient after RTX surgery. All patients were diagnosed with CKD and transplanted from living donor. Anthropometric parameters, physical examinations, cause of CKD, daily urine production, types and duration of dialysis, and basic laboratory examination were collected before transplant surgery. While, post-operative laboratory examination, international prostate symptom score (IPSS), for male patients only, Overactive bladder symptom score (OABSS), uroflowmetry, and post void residue (PVR) were gathered after surgery

The impact of obesity towards prostate diseases

Evidence has supported obesity as a risk factor for both benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) and prostate cancer (PCa). Obesity causes several mechanisms including increased intra-abdominal pressure, altered endocrine status, increased sympathetic nervous activity, increased inflammation process, and oxidative stress, all of which are favorable in the development of BPH. In PCa, there are several different mechanisms, such as decreased serum testosterone, peripheral aromatization of androgens, insulin resistance, and altered adipokine secretion caused by inflammation, which may precipitate the development of and even cause high-grade PCa. The role of obesity in prostatitis still remains unclear. A greater understanding of the pathogenesis of prostate disease and adiposity could allow the development of new therapeutic markers, prognostic indicators, and drug targets. This review was made to help better understanding of the association between central obesity and prostate diseases, such as prostatitis, BPH, and PCa

The influence of water intake on waiting time prior to uroflowmetry: a prospective, randomized, double-blind trial

Background: In uroflowmetry examination, patients are usually instructed to intake a large volume of water and wait until the bladder is full. The association between the volume of water intake and the waiting time before uroflowmetry is unknown. The aim of this study is to investigate the relationship between the volume of water intake and the waiting time prior to uroflowmetry. Methods: This trial was designed as a randomized, researchers, caregivers and patients blinded, superiority trial with three parallel groups and primary endpoint of waiting time prior to the uroflowmetry study based on the volume of patients’ water intake. Randomization was performed by block randomization with a 1:1:1 allocation. Patients scheduled for uroflowmetry at the Urology Clinic of Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital were enrolled from March 2013 until December 2013. The eligibility criteria were male patients with ages above 50 years and body mass index 18.5–24.9 kg/m2. Results: A total of 83 patients was randomly assigned into 3 study groups: 300 ml (28 patients), 400 ml (28 patients), and 500 ml (27 patients). All patients were included in final analysis. Mean waiting time were 85.1±59.8 min, 107.2±70.4 min, and 66±28.4 min for patients intake 300, 400, and 500 ml of water respectively (p=0.07). The final bladder volumes for three groups were statistically different (262.4±130.8 ml, 289.4±126.2 ml, 359.2±137 ml; p=0.02). Conclusion: The volume water intake of 300–500 ml did not affect waiting time before uroflowmetry. Increasing water intake at least 500 ml added the final bladder volume and shorter the waiting time

Thrombus-like Tumor of Renal Cell Carcinoma Mimicking Transitional Cell Carcinoma of Kidney: A Case Report

Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is the most common malignancy of the kidney. It is not commonly form tumor thrombus in the ureter or renal pelvis. A 29-year-old woman presented with asymptomatic gross hematuria. Contrast CT study revealed a tumor suspected to be a Transitional Cell Carcinoma (TCC). However, tumor thrombus was found in the renal pelvis and ureter. We performed Nephroureterectomy, bladder cuff excision, and lymph node dissection, and the tumor was diagnosed histopathologically as RCC. We report a very rare case of thrombus-like tumor of renal cell carcinoma mimicking transitional cell carcinoma of kidney

Daily activities and training experience of urology residents during the COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia: A nationwide survey

Abstract Objective To explore the impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on the training experiences of urology residents in Indonesia. Methods A cross-sectional study using a web-based questionnaire (SurveyMonkey) involved all registered urology residents in Indonesia. The questionnaire was structured in Bahasa Indonesia, composed of 28 questions, and divided into three sections: demographic characteristics, current daily activities, and opinions regarding training experiences during the COVID-19 outbreak. The survey was distributed to all respondents via chief of residents in each urology center from May 26, 2020 to Jun 2, 2020. Results Of the total 247 registered urology residents, 243 were eligible for the study. The response and completeness rate for this study were 243/243 (100%). The median age of respondents was 30 (range: 24–38) years old, and 92.2% of them were male. Among them, 6 (2.5%) respondents were confirmed as COVID-19 positive. A decrease in residents' involvement in clinical and surgical activities was distinguishable in endourological and open procedures. Most educational activities were switched to web-based video conferences, while others opted for the in-person method. Smart learning methods, such as joining a national or international speaker webinar or watching a recorded video, were used by 93.8% and 80.7% of the respondents, respectively. The respondents thought that educational activities using web-based video conferences and smart learning methods were effective methods of learning. Overall, the respondents felt unsure whether training experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic were comparable to the respective period before. Conclusion The COVID-19 pandemic negatively affected urology residents' training experiences. However, it also opened up new possibilities for incorporating new learning methodologies in the future

DATA - Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Male Infertility; A Cross-Sectional Study Among Infertile Couples Visiting Fertility Clinics in Indonesia’s Urban Areas

Data of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Male Infertility; A Cross-Sectional Study Among Infertile Couples Visiting Fertility Clinics in Indonesia’s Urban Area