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The article provides an answer to a question on billing procedures for the performance of complex urodynamics.

A recent study conducted at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taiwan explored the potential of using human amniotic fluid stem cells (hAFSCs) to improve bladder dysfunction in rats with partial bladder outlet obstruction (pBOO). The researchers found that a single injection of hAFSCs into the bladder wall significantly ameliorated bladder dysfunction by targeting specific cellular pathways. The treatment reduced inflammation, collagen deposition, and disrupted gap junctional intercellular communication, ultimately improving bladder function. These findings suggest that hAFSCs-based treatment could be a potential strategy for managing bladder dysfunction in patients with bladder outlet obstruction. [Extracted from the article]

A 53-year-old man developed pityriasis lichenoides et varioliformis acuta (PLEVA) while being treated with pembrolizumab for invasive bladder cancer. The man experienced itchy, erythematous papules on his legs, which eventually spread to his entire trunk and extremities. Biopsy results confirmed the diagnosis of PLEVA, and treatment with pembrolizumab was discontinued. The patient was then treated with corticosteroids, which initially worsened the symptoms, but after switching to prednisolone, the skin rash and itching gradually improved. [Extracted from the article]

A 72-year-old man with muscle-invasive bladder cancer developed febrile neutropenia and thrombocytopenia during treatment with carboplatin and gemcitabine. The patient had a history of hematuria and smoking, and was diagnosed with severe renal dysfunction. After undergoing various procedures and receiving chemotherapy, he experienced complications including low white blood cell and platelet counts, fever, and infection. However, with appropriate treatment and adjustments to his chemotherapy regimen, the patient showed improvement and did not experience a recurrence or metastasis of bladder cancer eight months after surgery. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at Kaohsiung Medical University explores the long-term urological complications in patients with chronic spinal cord injury (SCI). The study analyzed 864 SCI patients over a 15-year period and identified several risk factors for complications such as recurrent urinary tract infections (rUTI), hydronephrosis, and chronic kidney disease. Factors such as autonomic dysreflexia, detrusor sphincter dyssynergia, vesicourethral reflux (VUR), contracted bladder, and high voiding detrusor pressure were found to significantly increase the likelihood of rUTI. The study suggests that patients with a contracted bladder should prioritize volitional voiding as their preferred bladder management strategy to minimize the risk of additional complications. These findings highlight the importance of proactive management strategies for SCI patients. [Extracted from the article]

A new report discusses research conducted at Tri-Service General Hospital in Taipei, Taiwan, on the dynamics of urine electrolytes in term neonates during the first week of life. The study aimed to explore reference levels and potential trends in serum and urine electrolytes to better understand how the kidneys handle these substances. The research found significant changes in serum electrolyte concentrations between the first and fifth days after birth, with sodium, creatinine, urea nitrogen, and uric acid levels decreasing, and potassium, calcium, and phosphate levels increasing. The study challenges assumptions about the stability of neonatal urine electrolytes and highlights dynamic changes in the first postnatal week, providing insights for further research into electrolyte disorders in newborns and potential implications for improving neonatal care practices. [Extracted from the article]

New research from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki explores the DNA methylation profile of genes associated with bladder cancer in bladder tissue of patients with neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD). The study found high rates of DNA hypermethylation in genes associated with bladder cancer in NLUTD patients, suggesting a possible risk of bladder cancer development. Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) were associated with increased DNA hypermethylation. Further research is needed to understand the impact of recurrent UTIs and chronic inflammation on DNA hypermethylation and the development of bladder cancer in NLUTD patients. [Extracted from the article]

A 68-year-old man developed hypophysitis while undergoing treatment with sintilimab for bladder cancer. He experienced fever and hyponatremia, and was successfully treated with dexamethasone. He was later admitted to the hospital again due to loss of appetite and unresolved hyponatremia. Further investigation confirmed hypophysitis related to sintilimab, and he was treated with hydrocortisone and prednisone. His condition improved and he was eventually discharged from the hospital. [Extracted from the article]

Laborie Medical Technologies Inc. has launched a clinical trial, NCT06336304, to confirm the ongoing safety and performance of the NXT Urodynamics System in urodynamic patient sub-populations. The trial aims to assess the system's performance and safety by measuring affirmative responses to questions about system functionality and recording adverse events. The study is observational and will enroll 180 patients, with an estimated completion date of December 2025. The primary objective is to confirm the safety and performance of the NXT system for patients medically indicated for urodynamic study. [Extracted from the article]

A new report from the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust discusses the best practices for Videourodynamics (VUD) as a diagnostic tool for lower urinary tract symptoms. The report was developed by the International Continence Society (ICS) Urodynamics Committee and includes a literature review, expert opinions, and recommendations for the use of VUD. The research concludes that VUD is recommended as a second-line diagnostic tool for visualizing the lower urinary tract anatomy and function. The report provides valuable information for teaching purposes and is available on the ICS website. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City has identified novel variants in the CHRNA3 gene in a patient with bladder dysfunction, dysautonomia, and gastrointestinal dysmotility. The CHRNA3 gene is associated with Megacystis-microcolon-intestinal hyperperistalsis syndrome and has also been found in individuals with congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract (CAKUT) as well as panautonomic failure. These findings suggest that CHRNA3 disruption should be considered in cases of CAKUT with dysautonomia and gastrointestinal dysmotility. The research has been peer-reviewed and published in the American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A. [Extracted from the article]

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to identify the individual and organizational factors that influence knowledge sharing (KS) behavior within Hungarian organizations. Design/methodology/approach: The data were obtained from 238 completed questionnaires collected via the LimeSurvey system. The analysis is based on applied quantitative methodology, both descriptive and inferential statistics were used. The research investigated the relationships between individual and organizational characteristics and the KS behavior at individual and global levels. Findings: Among individual factors, significant relationships have been identified regarding the generation and position of individuals, and KS behavior, while gender and education do not seem to play a significant role. With respect to organizational factors, the size of the organization and the tenure of individuals are found to be significant. Research limitations/implications: The results of the analysis are limited because the data set was not large enough to investigate inter- and intra-industry variability. Practical implications: The outcome of this research can support the design of managerial and organizational processes and incentives that will potentially facilitate KS in a more efficient and effective manner. Such improved KS is likely to improve the overall performance of knowledge-intensive organizations. Originality/value: The original value of this research is that individual and organizational characteristics have been identified that influence KS behavior. The study focuses on a single country, Hungary, and provides relevant insight into the organizational dynamics of a specific national context. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A preprint abstract from biorxiv.org discusses the genetic requirements for the proliferation of uropathogenic Escherichia coli (UPEC) during the infection cycle in bladder cells. The study used a transposon-directed insertion-site sequencing (TraDIS) approach to identify UPEC genes required for growth in M9-glycerol minimal medium and during different stages of infection in cultured bladder epithelial cells. The findings suggest that UPEC requires an array of biosynthetic, cell envelope integrity, and biofilm-related functions to survive the multi-nutrient limited and stressful intracellular environment of the host. The preprint has not yet undergone peer review. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted at Kafrelsheikh University in Egypt aimed to determine whether the duration of medical treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) affected the outcomes of prostate surgery. The study involved patients aged 50 years or older who were compliant with BPH medications. The results showed that patients who completed 24 months of medical treatment for BPH were safe and did not require earlier prostate surgery. The study concluded that the duration of medical treatment did not significantly impact urodynamics or post-prostatectomy outcomes. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center examined the clinical utility and interrater reliability of video urodynamics (VUDS) in children with isolated fibrolipoma of filum terminale (IFFT). The researchers found that VUDS had limited clinical utility in determining whether or not detethering surgery was necessary for these patients. The interpretation of VUDS also had fair interrater reliability, meaning that different urologists may have varying opinions on the need for surgery. The study concluded that neurosurgeons and urologists should be aware of the limitations of VUDS in this patient population. [Extracted from the article]

The mean bladder contractility index score in the experimental group patients was statistically significantly higher than the control group patients (P < 0.001), and the cases of urinating with a catheter during the pressure-flow study were statistically significantly higher than the control group patients (P < 0.001)." Keywords: Anxiety; Anxiety Disorders; Health and Medicine; Mental Health Diseases and Conditions EN Anxiety Anxiety Disorders Health and Medicine Mental Health Diseases and Conditions 2682 2682 1 10/09/23 20231013 NES 231013 2023 OCT 13 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- New study results on anxiety disorders have been published. Anxiety, Anxiety Disorders, Health and Medicine, Mental Health Diseases and Conditions. [Extracted from the article]

The article provides an answer to confusions regarding percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) coding using the updated Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes 50080 and 50081.

Prostate biopsy findings led to a diagnosis of adenosquamous carcinoma of the prostate. Repeat prostate biopsy findings were consistent with adenosquamous carcinoma of the prostate. He started receiving enzalutamide and unspecified LHRH receptor agonists for prostate adenosquamous carcinoma. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Lanzhou; People's Republic of China; Asia; Atezolizumab Therapy; Biological Factors; Biomarkers; Bladder Cancer; CXC Chemokines; Cancer; Chemokine CXCL9; Chemokines; Cytokines; Diagnostics and Screening; Drugs and Therapies; Genetics; Health and Medicine; Immunologic Agents; Immunotherapy; Inflammation Mediators; Intercellular Signaling Peptides and Proteins; Monoclonal Antibodies; Oncology; Peptides; Pharmaceuticals; Proteins EN Lanzhou People's Republic of China Asia Atezolizumab Therapy Biological Factors Biomarkers Bladder Cancer CXC Chemokines Cancer Chemokine CXCL9 Chemokines Cytokines Diagnostics and Screening Drugs and Therapies Genetics Health and Medicine Immunologic Agents Immunotherapy Inflammation Mediators Intercellular Signaling Peptides and Proteins Monoclonal Antibodies Oncology Peptides Pharmaceuticals Proteins 737 737 1 09/19/23 20230919 NES 230919 2023 SEP 19 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Immunotherapy Weekly -- A new study on Oncology - Bladder Cancer is now available. A total of 2 differentially expressed genes, CXC motif chemokine ligand 9 (CXCL9) and CXC motif chemokine ligand 10 (CXCL10) [all P<0.05, log|fold change (FC)| >1], which were co-upregulated, were screened as study targets. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Biomarkers; Bladder Cancer; Cancer; Cancer Biomarkers; Carcinoma Biomarkers; Diagnostics and Screening; Genetics; Health and Medicine; Inflammation; Oncology; Urinary Tract EN Biomarkers Bladder Cancer Cancer Cancer Biomarkers Carcinoma Biomarkers Diagnostics and Screening Genetics Health and Medicine Inflammation Oncology Urinary Tract 784 784 1 08/28/23 20230829 NES 230829 2023 AUG 29 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Cancer Weekly -- Fresh data on cancer biomarkers are presented in a new report. Biomarkers, Bladder Cancer, Cancer, Cancer Biomarkers, Carcinoma Biomarkers, Diagnostics and Screening, Genetics, Health and Medicine, Inflammation, Oncology, Urinary Tract. [Extracted from the article]

Gothenburg, Sweden, Europe, Biomarkers, Diagnostics and Screening, Disease Attributes, Disease Progression, Health and Medicine, Kidney Diseases and Conditions, Nephrology, Nephropathy, Proteomics Keywords: Gothenburg; Sweden; Europe; Biomarkers; Diagnostics and Screening; Disease Attributes; Disease Progression; Health and Medicine; Kidney Diseases and Conditions; Nephrology; Nephropathy; Proteomics EN Gothenburg Sweden Europe Biomarkers Diagnostics and Screening Disease Attributes Disease Progression Health and Medicine Kidney Diseases and Conditions Nephrology Nephropathy Proteomics 1300 1300 1 08/07/23 20230811 NES 230811 2023 AUG 11 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Investigators publish new report on Disease Attributes - Disease Progression. [Extracted from the article]

Antibiotic Prophylaxis, Antibiotics, Chemoprevention, Drugs and Therapies, Health and Medicine, Premedication Keywords: Antibiotic Prophylaxis; Antibiotics; Chemoprevention; Drugs and Therapies; Health and Medicine; Premedication EN Antibiotic Prophylaxis Antibiotics Chemoprevention Drugs and Therapies Health and Medicine Premedication 1681 1681 1 08/07/23 20230808 NES 230808 2023 AUG 11 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- New study results on antibiotics have been published. [Extracted from the article]

That is, by tailoring the nature of the stimulation applied to the nerve to the ongoing or desired phase of the bladder activity cycle, it is possible to both improve the filling and storage function of the bladder, and also improve the voiding function of the bladder. Other peripheral nerves innervating the bladder and lower urinary tract include the hypogastric nerve, an autonomic (sympathetic) nerve that innervates the bladder and urethra and carries afferent and efferent signals (FIG. [Extracted from the article]

Central Nervous System, Central Nervous System Diseases and Conditions, Health and Medicine, Risk and Prevention, Spinal Cord, Spinal Cord Diseases and Conditions, Spinal Cord Injury, Urinary Tract Keywords: Central Nervous System; Central Nervous System Diseases and Conditions; Health and Medicine; Risk and Prevention; Spinal Cord; Spinal Cord Diseases and Conditions; Spinal Cord Injury; Urinary Tract EN Central Nervous System Central Nervous System Diseases and Conditions Health and Medicine Risk and Prevention Spinal Cord Spinal Cord Diseases and Conditions Spinal Cord Injury Urinary Tract 846 846 1 07/03/23 20230704 NES 230704 2023 JUL 3 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Clinical Trials Week -- Fresh data on spinal cord injury are presented in a new report. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents questions and answers related to reporting Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code 99072, which is meant for reporting extra expenses related to COVID-19, including the coding guidelines for 99072, how to bill for remote uroflow and the CPT code to use for aspirating the sterile water out of an inflatable penile prosthesis.

The article discusses U.S. urologists' growing professional engagement of nurse practitioners and physician assistants called advanced practice providers (APP) as of September 2018. Topics covered include APPs' use in simple office procedure billing, in such independent performing procedures as bladder installation, emergency intracavernosal injections, and urodynamics interpretation, and in improving patient access. Also noted are ways to optimize relationships with APPs.

Keywords: Chicago; State:Illinois; United States; North and Central America; Hospitals; Pediatrics EN Chicago State:Illinois United States North and Central America Hospitals Pediatrics 380 380 1 06/26/23 20230627 NES 230627 2023 JUL 1 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Pediatrics Week -- Current study results on Pediatrics have been published. Three patients developed symptomatic post-UDS UTI in each study period, resulting in a stable post-UDS UTI rate of 0.5% (3/ 553) in Phase 1 and 0.5% (3/601) in Phase 2. According to the news editors, the research concluded: "This 2-part prospective evaluation at one pediatric hospital determined that the symptomatic post-UDS UTI rate remained <1% with no identifiable pre-dictors after limiting previously universal UCx at the time of UDS to only a targeted subset of patients.". [Extracted from the article]

Animal models are critical to our fundamental understanding of lower urinary tract function and its dysfunction after SCI, in addition to providing a platform for the assessment of potential therapies. Keywords: Central Nervous System Diseases and Conditions; Spinal Cord Injury EN Central Nervous System Diseases and Conditions Spinal Cord Injury 1197 1197 1 06/12/23 20230616 NES 230616 2023 JUN 12 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Pain & Central Nervous System Week -- New study results on spinal cord injury have been published. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: New Delhi; India; Asia; Biomarkers; Diagnostics and Screening; Drugs and Therapies; Genetics; Health and Medicine; Pediatrics EN New Delhi India Asia Biomarkers Diagnostics and Screening Drugs and Therapies Genetics Health and Medicine Pediatrics 41 41 1 05/02/23 20230505 NES 230505 2023 MAY 6 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Pediatrics Week -- New research on Diagnostics and Screening - Biomarkers is the subject of a report. According to news reporting out of New Delhi, India, by NewsRx editors, research stated, "Urinary tract infection (UTI) in children is a common bacterial infection. [Extracted from the article]

Other peripheral nerves innervating the bladder and lower urinary tract include the hypogastric nerve, an autonomic (sympathetic) nerve that innervates the bladder and urethra and carries afferent and efferent signals (FIG. Keywords: Drugs and Therapies; Duke University; Exercise Therapy; Health and Medicine; Healthcare Technology Companies; Medical Device Companies; Pharmacotherapy; Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Medicine; Rehabilitation; Therapy EN Drugs and Therapies Duke University Exercise Therapy Health and Medicine Healthcare Technology Companies Medical Device Companies Pharmacotherapy Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Medicine Rehabilitation Therapy 1209 1209 1 04/24/23 20230424 NES 230424 2023 APR 24 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Clinical Trials Week -- Duke University (Durham, North Carolina, United States) has been issued patent number 11617886, according to news reporting originating out of Alexandria, Virginia, by NewsRx editors. That is, by tailoring the nature of the stimulation applied to the nerve to the ongoing or desired phase of the bladder activity cycle, it is possible to both improve the filling and storage function of the bladder, and also improve the voiding function of the bladder. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Charlottesville; State:Virginia; United States; North and Central America; Pediatrics EN Charlottesville State:Virginia United States North and Central America Pediatrics 474 474 1 04/17/23 20230421 NES 230421 2023 APR 22 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Pediatrics Week -- Research findings on Pediatrics are discussed in a new report. Keywords for this news article include: Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, North and Central America, Pediatrics, University of Virginia. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Genetics; Health and Medicine; Urinary Tract EN Genetics Health and Medicine Urinary Tract 5947 5947 1 04/17/23 20230421 NES 230421 2023 APR 21 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Investigators publish new report on genetics. Keywords for this news article include: University of Bonn, Genetics, Urinary Tract, Health and Medicine. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents questions and answers related to medical coding in the U.S., namely, whether a seminal vesiculectomy is built in the prostatectomy current procedural terminology (CPT) code 55650 and the correct coding for complex uroflowmetry.

The article presents an advice column regarding billing for unlisted codes. Topics discussed include suggestions for appropriate billing of an unlisted code for a new procedure the doctor is performing, kinds of urodynamic tests that can be performed, and whether luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH) agonist that can be used for men with advanced prostate cancer should be billed the same with other LHRH agonists.

11-Hydroxycorticosteroids, Adrenal Cortex Hormones, Aldosterone, Drugs and Therapies, Electrolytes, Inorganic Chemicals Keywords: 11-Hydroxycorticosteroids; Adrenal Cortex Hormones; Aldosterone; Drugs and Therapies; Electrolytes; Inorganic Chemicals EN 11-Hydroxycorticosteroids Adrenal Cortex Hormones Aldosterone Drugs and Therapies Electrolytes Inorganic Chemicals 1688 1688 1 03/27/23 20230331 NES 230331 2023 MAR 31 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- Fresh data on 11-hydroxycorticosteroids are presented in a new report. [Extracted from the article]

According to the news reporters, the research concluded: "DISCUSSION/SIGNIFICANCE: Shifting from a high-sodium low-potassium diet to the opposite composition leads to serial physiological changes that are governed by aldosterone and result in blood pressure reduction. Keywords: 11-Hydroxycorticosteroids; Adrenal Cortex Hormones; Aldosterone; Blood Pressure; Electrolytes; Health and Medicine; Inorganic Chemicals EN 11-Hydroxycorticosteroids Adrenal Cortex Hormones Aldosterone Blood Pressure Electrolytes Health and Medicine Inorganic Chemicals 1051 1051 1 03/27/23 20230330 NES 230330 2023 MAR 27 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Hematology Week -- Investigators publish new report on 11-hydroxycorticosteroids. 11-Hydroxycorticosteroids, Adrenal Cortex Hormones, Aldosterone, Blood Pressure, Electrolytes, Health and Medicine, Inorganic Chemicals. [Extracted from the article]

Biomarkers, Cells, Diagnostics and Screening, Health and Medicine, Neurons, Urinary Tract Keywords: Biomarkers; Cells; Diagnostics and Screening; Health and Medicine; Neurons; Urinary Tract EN Biomarkers Cells Diagnostics and Screening Health and Medicine Neurons Urinary Tract 1733 1733 1 03/23/23 20230303 NES 230303 2023 MAR 3 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Current study results on biomarkers have been published. [Extracted from the article]

According to the news reporters, the research concluded: "A joint studyof the processes of renal transport of urea and urine osmolarity canserve as an early verifier of tubulointerstitial damage. Attemptsto analyze the renal excretion of urea revealed that changes in itsurinary concentration are definitely correlated with the dynamics ofchanges in urine osmolality. [Extracted from the article]

For more information on this research see: Low Energy Shock Wave Therapy Attenuates Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Improves Bladder Function In Hcl Induced Cystitis In Rats. HCl provoked bladder overactivity, bladder wall inflammation marked by infiltra-tion of mast cells, increased bax/bcl2 ratio consistent with increased TUNEL staining and increased release of mitochondrial-integrity markers (cleaved caspase 3 and Cytochrome c). [Extracted from the article]

Increased diversity of the microbiota in women is associated with urgency urinary incontinence symptoms but not with stress urinary incontinence symptoms. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the article, the author discusses the bladder dysfunctions called underactive bladder (UAB) and acontractile bladder and their possible treatments. Other topics include the possible causes of a contractile bladder like aging, prolonged bladder outflow obstruction, and diabetes mellitus, and the potential treatments of UAB like cellular therapy and neuromodulation.

The article discusses American Urological Association's 2015 Annual Meeting. Papers discussed during the meeting on topics such as prostate cancer treatment, Magnetic resonance fusion and bioprinting off human urethra are mentioned. BotulinumtoxinA (Botox) and treatment of renal stones are also discussed.

The article offers a look at urologic innovations and ideas or concepts in the past 50 years that have faded and which have stood the test of time. It includes female patients no longer being subjected to urethral dilation, chronic pelvic pain syndrome in male patients not being recognized now, and urodynamic testing remaining as the mainstay of voiding assessment.

An interview with TriValley Urology urologist Doctor Varun R. Talanki is presented. He talks about the results of a study which assessed the safety and effectiveness of percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) in treating patients with female sexual dysfunction. He cites the studies on various hormonal pathways to treat the condition. He discusses the need to improve the screening of patients with possible sexual dysfunction.

The article discusses the study "Five-year preliminary functional urinary outcomes of the prospective, randomized controlled trial of convective water vapor thermal therapy (WVTT) for treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) due to benign prostatic hyperplasia," by Claus Roehrborn and Kevin T. McVary, which was presented at the 2020 European Association of Urology Virtual Congress held on July 17-26. Also mentioned are the benefits of WVTT including improved quality of life and LUTS.