High-grade Renal Injuries
With the advent of advanced trauma critical care, and precise methods of assessing renal trauma with computed tomography, most patients with high-grade renal trauma can be managed conservatively. Some patients,…
Current Epidemiology of Genitourinary Trauma
This article reviews recent publications evaluating the current epidemiology of urologic trauma. The authors briefly explain databases that have been recently used to study this patient population and then discuss…
Urologic Trauma and Reconstruction
Allen F. Morey, MD, Editor Steven J. Hudak, MD, Editor During the last three decades, genitourinary reconstructive surgery has evolved dramatically. With increasing numbers of fellowship programs in urologic reconstruction…
Office-Based Behavioral Therapy for Management of Incontinence and Other Pelvic Disorders
According to evidence-based research and guidelines, behavioral interventions are effective and are recommended as first-line office-based treatment for incontinence and other pelvic disorders. These interventions are aimed at improving symptoms…
Dedication
This issue is dedicated to Sam and Maria Miller. Their leadership, wisdom, and generosity make our community and world a better and more beautiful place. Their friendship to me and…
Office-Based Ultrasound for the Urologist
This article presents an overview of the techniques and indications for office-based ultrasound for the clinical urologist. Discussion includes renal, bladder, scrotal, penile Doppler, and prostate ultrasonography and a review…
Coding for Urologic Office Procedures
This article summarizes current best practices for documenting, coding, and billing common office-based urologic procedures. Topics covered include general principles, basic and advanced urologic coding, creation of medical records that…
Infusion Therapy and Implantables for the Urologist
The specialty of urology has historically adapted to the changing health care environment. Urologists have been quick to adopt new technology, new therapeutics, and devices to render state-of-the-art patient care…
Electrical and Mechanical Office-based Neuromodulation
Overactive bladder (OAB) is commonly encountered in urologic practice. Treatment algorithms begin with conservative therapy and pharmacotherapy with antimuscarinics. Some patients do not receive adequate relief from these methods or…
