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New technique can effectively identify cancer-causing substances in urine or blood

A team of researchers, led by Professor Yoon-Kyoung Cho of Life Science at UNIST has recently developed a new technique that effectively identifies cancer-causing substances in the urine or blood.

7 Mar 2017

FDA approves new nasal spray for adults who overproduce urine at night

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Noctiva (desmopressin acetate) nasal spray for adults who awaken at least two times per night to urinate due to a condition known as nocturnal polyuria (overproduction of urine during the night).

3 Mar 2017

Study provides insights into how cancer cells can evade FGFR inhibitors

A new study by researchers at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute has identified a mechanism by which cancer cells develop resistance to a class of drugs called fibroblast growth factor receptor (FGFR) inhibitors.

2 Mar 2017

New test reveals the truth about how much urine is in swimming pools

Scientists have designed a new way of testing the amount of urine present in swimming pools, according to a Canadian study.

2 Mar 2017

$Study highlights potential tolerability of single fraction of HDR brachytherapy for localized prostate cancer$

Study highlights potential tolerability of single fraction of HDR brachytherapy for localized prostate cancer

Results from a new prospective clinical trial indicate that high-dose-rate (HDR) brachytherapy administered in a single, 19 Gray treatment may be a safe and effective alternative to longer courses of HDR treatment for men with localized prostate cancer.

1 Mar 2017

Using Spherical Nucleic Acids to Track and Treat Disease

Spherical nucleic acids are structures that are made by taking a nanoparticle template and using chemistry to arrange short strands of DNA or RNA on the surface of those particles. The spherical core of the nanoparticle creates a spherical arrangement of DNA or RNA, similar to tiny little balls of nucleic acids.

From Pittcon 1 Mar 2017

Johns Hopkins researchers find no evidence of CMV in aggressive brain cancer tissues

In a rigorous study of tumor tissue collected from 125 patients with aggressive brain cancers, researchers at Johns Hopkins say they have found no evidence of cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection and conclude that a link between the two diseases, as claimed by earlier reports, likely does not exist.

1 Mar 2017

Young children experience better long-term kidney transplant success than adults, study finds

The success of kidney transplants has vastly improved for children over the past half-century, with young children now experiencing better long-term transplant success than adults, according to study results from a large pediatric transplant center.

27 Feb 2017

Mercy gynecologic oncologist recognized as "Top Doctor" for 2017 by Castle Connolly Medical

Mercy Medical Center has announced that Dwight D. Im, M.D., FACOG, Medical Director of The Neil B. Rosenshein, M.D., Institute for Gynecologic Care at Mercy, The Gynecologic Oncology Center at Mercy and The National Institute of Robotic Surgery at Mercy has been recognized by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. as a "Top Doctor" for 2017.

25 Feb 2017

New test could accelerate development of better treatments for Motor Neuron Disease

A cutting-edge test developed in South Australia has the potential to expedite the worldwide quest to develop better treatments, or even a cure, for the Motor Neuron Disease (MND).

24 Feb 2017

Excess lipoproteins, fatty acids may be linked to chronic kidney stones in children

A unique study recently published in the authoritative Pediatric Nephrology medical journal shows that excess lipoproteins and fatty acids may be associated with the development of painful and often chronic kidney stones in children.

17 Feb 2017

New report highlights serious health problems faced by spinal cord injury patients

Paralysis is just one of the many serious health problems faced by patients who suffer spinal cord injuries.

16 Feb 2017

Naturally occurring protein shows promise as biocontrol weapon against schistosomiasis

A naturally occurring protein has been discovered that shows promise as a biocontrol weapon against schistosomiasis, one of the world's most prevalent parasitic diseases, Oregon State University researchers reported today in a new study.

15 Feb 2017

Drug given to reduce side effects of pain medication may facilitate gastrointestinal recovery after testicular cancer surgery

Post-operative recovery and length of hospital stay are critical things to consider when having major surgery. A drug commonly given to reduce the side effects of strong post-surgery pain medications has been found to reduce the length of hospital stays for patients who have undergone major gastrointestinal or bladder cancer procedures.

15 Feb 2017

Researchers discover new culture method that unlocks natural fighter function of immune T cells

Mayo Clinic and University of Washington researchers have discovered a new culture method that unlocks the natural fighter function of immune T cells when they are passing through the bloodstream.

14 Feb 2017

Study finds limited evidence that styrene causes cancer in humans

In 2011, the styrene, a high volume plastics chemical and animal carcinogen, was the focal point in a 'poison scandal' in the Danish media; but now a registry study of more than 72,000 employees from more than 400 companies that have been exposed to styrene during production of glassfibre reinforced plastics, has not found an increased incidence of a wide range of cancer types.

14 Feb 2017

Long-term use of testosterone therapy in hypogonadal men may reduce risk of death from CV disease

Despite the continued controversy surrounding the use of testosterone in men who have testosterone deficiency (hypogonadism), a new study has found that long-term use of testosterone therapy not only improves vigor and vitality, but may reduce the risk of death due to cardiovascular (CV) disease.

13 Feb 2017

Urology News and Research

Latest Urology News and Research

New technique can effectively identify cancer-causing substances in urine or blood

FDA approves new nasal spray for adults who overproduce urine at night

Study provides insights into how cancer cells can evade FGFR inhibitors

New test reveals the truth about how much urine is in swimming pools

Study highlights potential tolerability of single fraction of HDR brachytherapy for localized prostate cancer

Using Spherical Nucleic Acids to Track and Treat Disease

Johns Hopkins researchers find no evidence of CMV in aggressive brain cancer tissues

Young children experience better long-term kidney transplant success than adults, study finds

Mercy gynecologic oncologist recognized as "Top Doctor" for 2017 by Castle Connolly Medical

New test could accelerate development of better treatments for Motor Neuron Disease

Excess lipoproteins, fatty acids may be linked to chronic kidney stones in children

New report highlights serious health problems faced by spinal cord injury patients

Naturally occurring protein shows promise as biocontrol weapon against schistosomiasis

Drug given to reduce side effects of pain medication may facilitate gastrointestinal recovery after testicular cancer surgery

Researchers discover new culture method that unlocks natural fighter function of immune T cells

Study finds limited evidence that styrene causes cancer in humans

Long-term use of testosterone therapy in hypogonadal men may reduce risk of death from CV disease

Testing for circulating tumour cells could help predict bladder cancer patients’ prognosis

New drug offers hope for patients with bladder cancer

Rewards can be effective treatment for alcohol abuse in people with mental illness

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