Prostate Cancer Mortality in Men With a Negative Initial Biopsy
Dr Chodak discusses the next steps for prostate cancer patients following a negative initial biopsy, based on 20 years of data analyzed in a recent population-based study of prostate cancer mortality risk. (Source: Medscape Urology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Urology Podcast - March 17, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Are the Testosterone Trials the Final Word?
The just-released Testosterone Trials provide more information on screening for or treating low T. Should family physicians intervene in older men? (Source: Medscape Urology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Urology Podcast - March 6, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Photodynamic Therapy for Prostate Cancer Shows Early Promise
Initial study results using photodynamic therapy for shrinking prostate cancer size are promising and demonstrate the need for studies with longer follow-up and larger study groups. (Source: Medscape Urology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Urology Podcast - February 24, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
The Case Against Fluoroquinolones for Prostate Biopsy
While the FDA and AUA slightly differ on their fluoroquinolone safety warnings for prostate biopsy, Dr Gerald Chodak advises against its use due to the possible severe side effects. (Source: Medscape Urology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Urology Podcast - February 7, 2017 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
PSA Testing: A New, Simpler Way?
Dr Chodak reviews a new algorithm intended to simplify PSA testing. But is it ready for prime time? (Source: Medscape Urology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Urology Podcast - November 7, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Using Video Games Instead of Drugs for Mental Health
Eric Topol speaks with Adam Gazzaley, a neuroscientist studying the therapeutic potential of video games to treat a number of brain diseases and mental disorders. (Source: Medscape Urology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Urology Podcast - September 20, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Are You (True or False) Positive That It's Recurrent PCa?
Accuracy may be an issue with a new radioactive diagnostic agent used to evaluate men suspected of recurrent prostate cancer. (Source: Medscape Urology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Urology Podcast - July 19, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
A Biotech Billionaire's Cancer 'Moonshot'
By leading an unprecedented group of companies, institutions, and scientists in Cancer Moonshot 2020, Patrick Soon-Shiong has set out to change cancer care forever. Here ' s how he plans to do it. (Source: Medscape Urology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Urology Podcast - April 20, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Urologists Should Disclose Prostatectomy Volume, Experience
Studies suggest that experience in performing prostatectomy improves patient outcomes, so urologists should tell patients how many they have done, says Dr Gerald Chodak. (Source: Medscape Urology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Urology Podcast - April 20, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
