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The state of men's health in Leeds
Steve Chaplin reviews a recent report from Leeds City Council and Leeds Beckett University focusing on men's health in Leeds. The ground‐breaking report will help shape policies for men's health in the city in the years ahead. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - September 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Steve Chaplin Tags: Men's Health Source Type: research

Testosterone and cardiovascular disease – what is the story?
Testosterone therapy was thought to be good for the cardiovascular system until a couple of papers put the cat among the pigeons in 2013. In this article, based on a talk he gave at the UK National Congress of Men's Health in London in June, Professor Morgentaler discusses why he believes the negative papers were flawed and describes the evidence that points to positive cardiovascular benefits. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - September 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Abraham Morgentaler Tags: Talking Points Source Type: research

Screening for lung cancer – are we nearly there yet?
Lung cancer remains a significant disease in men in the UK and worldwide. It is often diagnosed late when treatment options are limited. Early diagnosis is key. In this article the authors discuss the latest techniques in diagnosing lung cancer and the potential benefits of a lung cancer screening programme. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - September 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Mamta Ruparel, Samuel Janes Tags: Screening Source Type: research

Pensions: can you navigate the maze?
As successive UK Governments seek to tighten the rules around pension reliefs and benefits for higher earners, many doctors could find themselves paying more tax than they expected on pension income. Andrew Lang describes the current pension landscape for doctors with NHS and private pensions. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - September 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Andrew Lang Tags: Personal Finance Source Type: research

Diagnosis and management of penile cancer
Cancer of the penis is rare, but if caught early has a good prognosis. In this article the authors discuss the epidemiology, risk factors, presentation features and management of penile cancer. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - September 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Clare Kane, Laura Sellers, Rowan Miller Tags: Oncology Source Type: research

The overactive bladder: where are we in 2016?
In this article the authors discuss some of the issues and controversies generated by the development of the overactive bladder symptom complex, the challenges in its clinical application and the current state of play with regards to pharmacotherapeutic management. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - September 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Nadir Osman, Christopher Chapple Tags: Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Source Type: research

The management of hypersexuality in men
Hypersexuality and its associates (sexual preoccupation and sexual compulsivity) may cause men who live with these disorders severe anxiety and distress. Moreover, hypersexuality is linked to deviant sexual interests, risky sexual behaviours and, potentially, criminal acts. In this article the author describes the nature of hypersexuality and how it can be managed. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - September 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Belinda Winder Tags: Sexual Behaviour Source Type: research

Prostate cancer management: the times they are a ‐changin'
The prospects for men with prostate cancer have been transformed recently with advances in diagnostics and treatment approaches. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - August 31, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Roger Kirby Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Bill Choi, 1968 –2016
It comes with great sadness that we find ourselves writing this obituary following the tragic death of our friend and colleague Bill Choi after an accident while on a family skiing holiday in France. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - May 24, 2016 Category: OBGYN Tags: Obituary Source Type: research

Editor's choice
An update on the latest relevant journal articles. Mike Kirby, GP and Visiting Professor, University of Hertfordshire and The Prostate Centre, London, adds a ‘Message for the clinic’. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - May 24, 2016 Category: OBGYN Tags: Journal Review Source Type: research

Bill Choi, 1968–2016
It comes with great sadness that we find ourselves writing this obituary following the tragic death of our friend and colleague Bill Choi after an accident while on a family skiing holiday in France. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - May 24, 2016 Category: OBGYN Tags: Obituary Source Type: research

Stinting on sildenafil supply can prove costly
Geoffrey Hackett presents a case report of a man with erectile dysfunction and describes how, despite the availability of sildenafil on the NHS to all men with erectile dysfunction, misguided limitations on supply can lead to unnecessary referrals and cost for the NHS and patients. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - May 24, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Geoffrey Hackett Tags: Tales from the Clinic Source Type: research

Emotional intelligence and medicine
‘Emotional intelligence’ is currently a buzz phrase in the world of business, where it is regarded as a prerequisite for all those aspiring to a leadership role. Roger Kirby describes what it is and asks how important is it for doctors to have it? (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - May 24, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Roger Kirby Tags: Professional Development Source Type: research

My advanced prostate cancer experience
Mr Flannigan gives a personal account of his diagnosis with prostate cancer and a vivid description of his experience of chemotherapy. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - May 24, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: George Michael Flannigan Tags: Prostate Disease Source Type: research

Diagnosis and management of breast cancer in men
Male breast cancer accounts for less than 1% of all breast cancer cases. Compared with female breast cancer, it is associated with a worse overall survival, predominantly due to advanced stage at presentation.1 The authors discuss the evidence to date regarding the epidemiology, clinical presentation and mode of diagnosis, as well as current treatment strategies. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - May 24, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Laura Sellers, Rowan Miller, Ajay Aggarwal Tags: Oncology Source Type: research