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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
This article describes sperm retrieval procedures that may be performed in an office setting. Indications for sperm retrieval, preprocedural preparation, and anesthetic considerations are discussed. Vasal sperm aspiration, percutaneous epididymal…
Erectile dysfunction (ED) impacts more than 50% of men older than 40 years; Peyronie disease (PD) affects up to 10% of men, with an adverse impact on normal sexual function…
The purpose of this article is to update urologists on contemporary indications and techniques for adult urodynamic testing. The discussion includes examples of specific clinical questions and appropriate urodynamic testing…
