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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 - January 26, 2016 Category: OBGYN Tags: Journal Review Source Type: research

James F. Glenn: a caring but focused leader
With a string of accolades and awards, Jim Glenn made a huge contribution to the development of urology in the USA and the mentoring of clinicians who would go on to be thought leaders around the world. And as Culley Carson describes, he did it with a great sense of humour. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - January 26, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Culley Carson Tags: Heroes of Our Time Source Type: research

Patient‐reported outcome measures in metastatic prostate cancer
Survival remains a primary aim of treatment in prostate cancer, but quality of life is also an essential benefit of any therapy. Patient‐reported outcome measures, which record quality of life as perceived by the patient, are now widely used in cancer trials and, as discussed in this article, have a place in everyday practice. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - January 26, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Laura Sellers, Aylin Nuhoglu Savas, Reena Davda, Kate Ricketts, Heather Payne Tags: Prostate Disease Source Type: research

Accuracy, precision and knee replacement: a cautionary tale
Technological advances and increased surgical precision should have resulted in knee replacements that can be ‘forgotten’ by patients, but patients continue to be dissatisfied by the results of their knee replacement surgery. In this article the author gives his opinion on why this might be and highlights a new approach that he believes could revolutionise knee surgery. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - January 26, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Justin Cobb Tags: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Survivorship and prostate cancer: the TrueNTH Supported Self‐Management programme
With the rapid increase in the number of new prostate cancer diagnoses and the growing number of cancer survivors, there is a need for a new model of survivorship care to address the holistic needs of our patients. The TrueNTH initiative, launched by the Movember Foundation, is set to markedly change the survivorship experience of men with prostate cancer and has the potential to make a big impact on their lives. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - January 26, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Sanjeev Madaan, Abhishek Reekhaye, Jonathan McFarlane Tags: Men's Health Source Type: research

Reactive arthritis: can't see, can't pee, can't climb a tree…
This article describes the history and aetiology of Reiter's disease, along with its treatment and prognosis, and reminds readers to be vigilant for its characteristic signs and symptoms. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - January 26, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Sonia Szamocki, Clarissa Martyn‐Hemphill, James S.A. Green Tags: Rheumatology Source Type: research

Dietary supplements and prostate cancer prevention
Prevention of prostate cancer through the use of dietary supplements is an attractive proposition for patients and doctors. Many patients already turn to supplements, but doctors are not sure what to say when asked for an opinion on their potential benefits. In this article, the authors take a critical look at the evidence for supplements in prostate cancer and find that, in general, the evidence is wanting. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - January 26, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Giancarlo Marra, Marco Oderda, Paolo Gontero Tags: Prostate Disease Source Type: research

Human papillomavirus: a strong case for vaccinating boys
In the UK, human papillomavirus vaccination is restricted on the NHS to girls and only recently been recommended for men who have sex with men. The restriction is based largely on cost‐effectiveness. In this article, Gillian Prue sets out the compelling case for vaccinating all boys. On page 10, Peter Baker describes HPV Action's campaign for gender‐neutral HPV vaccination. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - January 26, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Gillian Prue Tags: Sexual Health Source Type: research

Getting to a better ‘PLACE’
The New Year is a good time to help our patients get their weight down. The PLACE mnemonic is one device that we can use to remind patients where to focus their efforts. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - January 1, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Roger Kirby Tags: Editorial 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 - September 30, 2015 Category: OBGYN Tags: Journal Review Source Type: research

Radioisotopes reborn: radium‐223 and its role in the management of prostate cancer
This report is based on a seminar held during the 11th Annual Meeting of the British Uro‐oncology Group (BUG) in London, 12–13 September 2014. The seminar discussed the development of radium‐223 and its role in the management of prostate cancer, including an overview of the ALSYMPCA (ALpharadin in SYMptomatic Prostate CAncer) trial and practical issues around the integration of radium‐223 into clinical practice. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - September 30, 2015 Category: OBGYN Authors: Chris Parker, Joe O'Sullivan, Catherine Heath Tags: Reports Source Type: research

Health Improvement Project Zanzibar: a new model of healthcare delivery
The effectiveness of aid programmes in delivering improvements on the ground in resource‐poor countries is often questioned. In this article the authors describe a project involving the direct, semi‐autonomous running of two hospitals in Zanzibar and highlight the successes they have achieved. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - September 30, 2015 Category: OBGYN Authors: Mike Spencer, Fiona Greville‐Heygate, Ramsay Singer, Jonathan Rees, Ruaraidh MacDonagh Tags: Helping Abroad Source Type: research

‘Should I get a PSA test?’ – the question is not that simple
PSA screening for prostate cancer is a controversial issue around the world. In this article the authors describe the situation in North America where screening is not being advised. They argue that patients should be tested and that men will adapt and learn to live with the results as active surveillance becomes more acceptable. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - September 30, 2015 Category: OBGYN Authors: Erik Wibowo, Paul F. Schellhammer, James E. Montie, Paul H. Lange, S. Larry Goldenberg, Richard J. Wassersug Tags: Prostate Disease Source Type: research

Low testosterone and the metabolic syndrome: a high‐risk combination
Hypogonadism and the metabolic syndrome commonly coexist, and when combined, pose a high cardiovascular risk and can have a profound effect on a man's health and wellbeing. Mike Kirby describes the features of both conditions and provides advice on management. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - September 30, 2015 Category: OBGYN Authors: Mike Kirby Tags: Testosterone and Metabolic Syndrome Source Type: research

Complementary not competing quality standards
The recently published NICE Prostate Cancer Quality Standard differs from the quality statements developed by Tackle Prostate Cancer and described in the previous article. Jonathan Rees explains how the two are complementary and can sit comfortably alongside each other. (Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health)
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - September 30, 2015 Category: OBGYN Authors: Jonathan Rees Tags: Prostate Disease Source Type: research