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In anatomy, the urethra is a tube which connects the urinary bladder to the outside of the body. The urethra has an excretory function in both genders to pass urine to the outside, and also a reproductive function in the male, as a passage for sperm.

Kidney disease associated with 'benign' prostate obstruction

Men who experience signs and symptoms of a prostate obstruction resulting from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) are three times more likely than other men to develop chronic kidney disease, according to findings of a Mayo Clinic study published in this month's edition of Kidney International.

29 Jun 2005

Men being treated with alpha-blockers for an enlarged prostate may not have to endure sexual dysfunction

Research conducted by Hellstrom comparing the impact of two commonly prescribed medications on men's ability to ejaculate was presented today at the 100th annual meeting of the American Urological Association May 23.

23 May 2005

Grapes may protect against the loss of bladder function associated with an enlarged prostate

A new study that appears in the current issue of the scientific journal Phytotherapy Research shows that grapes may protect against the loss of bladder function associated with an enlarged prostate. The antioxidant properties of grapes appear to be responsible for this protective effect.

18 May 2005

Clinical trial planned for stem cell treatment for stress urinary incontinence

ITL Laboratories, L.L.C. ("ITL") is planning a clinical trial to determine the effectiveness of a stem cell treatment for stress urinary incontinence. A recent clinical trial by Austrian researchers has demonstrated the potential usefulness of expanded muscle stem cell injections in the treatment of urinary incontinence.

24 Jan 2005

New surgical procedure enables men born with a very small penis to acquire an average-sized one

A surgical procedure being pioneered by University College London (UCL) urologists is enabling men born with a very small penis to acquire an average-sized, functioning penis which not only allows them to urinate normally, but for many, to enjoy a full sex life for the first time.

6 Dec 2004

Researchers are successfully treating incontinent women with the patient's own muscle-derived stem cells

Austrian researchers are successfully treating incontinent women with the patient's own muscle-derived stem cells. The findings of the first clinical study of its kind were presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

29 Nov 2004

Study could lead to new, more effective treatments for urinary tract infections

Anyone who thinks scientists lead a glamorous, exciting life should talk to Jennifer Snyder, a graduate student at the University of Maryland’s School of Medicine.

25 Oct 2004

3 year study to validate bladder cancer test

A three-year study to validate a test to detect the recurrence of bladder cancer has been initiated by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), at 12 centers across the United States and Canada.

4 Oct 2004

Drinking eight ounces of cranberry juice works better than four in combating urinary tract infections

Cranberry juice has long been recommended to ward off bladder infections: Now there's evidence that more of the tart drink may be better than less.

30 Sep 2004

Prostate cancer treatment leads to declines in sexual and urinary function

Treatment for prostate cancer leads to significant five-year declines in sexual and urinary function, according to a new study. However, general and other specific health-related quality of life factors, such as bowel function, are not affected.

27 Sep 2004

A more direct lateral approach to minimally invasive procedures

Surgeons at the Cedars-Sinai Institute for Spinal Disorders describe in the August 1 issue of the journal Spine a minimally invasive approach that enables them to perform fusion surgery on the difficult-to-access upper lumbar region of the spine with a reduced risk of serious complications.

2 Aug 2004

TUNA therapy results in significantly reduced erectile dysfunction

Comparing five-year results of Medtronic TUNA® Therapy (transurethral needle ablation) to surgery for 121 men in their mid-60s with lower urinary tract symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate, a team of urologists found that “for appropriately selected patients with bothersome voiding symptoms, TUNA is an attractive treatment option.”

1 Jul 2004

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Further Reading

Kidney disease associated with 'benign' prostate obstruction

Men being treated with alpha-blockers for an enlarged prostate may not have to endure sexual dysfunction

Grapes may protect against the loss of bladder function associated with an enlarged prostate

Clinical trial planned for stem cell treatment for stress urinary incontinence

New surgical procedure enables men born with a very small penis to acquire an average-sized one

Researchers are successfully treating incontinent women with the patient's own muscle-derived stem cells

Study could lead to new, more effective treatments for urinary tract infections

3 year study to validate bladder cancer test

Drinking eight ounces of cranberry juice works better than four in combating urinary tract infections

Prostate cancer treatment leads to declines in sexual and urinary function

A more direct lateral approach to minimally invasive procedures

TUNA therapy results in significantly reduced erectile dysfunction

Duloxetine reduces stress urinary incontinence and improves quality of life for women

FDA Approves PROSCAR® Combined With Doxazosin to Reduce the Risk of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Symptoms

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