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New Diagnostic Technologies in Urological Care

A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Clinical Diagnosis and Prognosis".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 March 2025) | Viewed by 1614

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Alberto Piana

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1. Department of Urology, University of Turin, 10043 Turin, Italy
2. Department of Urology, Romolo Hospital, 88821 Rocca di Neto, Italy
Interests: kidney transplantation; urologic oncology; endourology; urolithiasis; laparoscopic urology; prostate; prostate cancer
Dr. Enrico Checcucci

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Department of Surgery, Candiolo Cancer Institute, FPO-IRCCS, Strada Provinciale 142, km 3, 95, 10060 Candiolo, Italy
Interests: urologic oncology; prostate cancer; urotechnology
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Dr. Michele Di Dio

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Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, SS Annunziata Hospital, 87100 Cosenza, Italy
Interests: renal diseases; urologic diseases; kidney diseases
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue aims to investigate new technologies and scenarios in the field of urology.

This Special Issue invites original research articles, review papers, and clinical studies that enrich our knowledge about the newest technologies available for an early and accurate diagnosis of pathological conditions in urology. We encourage submissions focusing on topics such as urologic cancers, prediction of surgical challenges, and the use of technology for patient-tailored clinical follow-ups.

To ensure the highest quality of publications, we kindly request that authors refrain from submitting mini-reviews and case reports for this Special Issue. Instead, we seek in-depth research articles and comprehensive reviews that present novel findings and insights into “uro-technology”.

By bringing together leading experts and researchers in the field, this Special Issue aims to foster interdisciplinary discussions and promote collaborations to address the pressing issues faced in urology. We believe this collection of articles will serve as a valuable resource for clinicians and researchers involved in improving their clinical practice.

Dr. Alberto Piana
Dr. Enrico Checcucci
Dr. Michele Di Dio
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • urological care
  • prostate cancer
  • diagnostics technologies
  • surgical challenges
  • laparoscopic urology

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Predicting Urosepsis in Ureteral Calculi: External Validation of Hu’s Nomogram and Identification of Novel Risk Factors
by Yuka Sugizaki, Takanobu Utsumi, Naoki Ishitsuka, Takahide Noro, Yuta Suzuki, Shota Iijima, Takatoshi Somoto, Ryo Oka, Takumi Endo, Naoto Kamiya and Hiroyoshi Suzuki
Diagnostics 2025, 15(9), 1104; https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics15091104 - 26 Apr 2025
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Background/Objectives: Acute obstructive pyelonephritis caused by ureteral calculi is a severe urological emergency that can rapidly progress to life-threatening complications, including urosepsis. Early risk stratification is critical for timely intervention and improved patient outcomes. Although Hu’s nomogram has been proposed as a [...] Read more.
Background/Objectives: Acute obstructive pyelonephritis caused by ureteral calculi is a severe urological emergency that can rapidly progress to life-threatening complications, including urosepsis. Early risk stratification is critical for timely intervention and improved patient outcomes. Although Hu’s nomogram has been proposed as a predictive tool for urosepsis, its external validation remains limited. This study aims to validate Hu’s nomogram in an independent cohort and identify novel clinical and imaging predictors of urosepsis. Methods: This retrospective cohort study included 341 patients diagnosed with ureteral calculi who underwent surgical intervention at a single institution between January 2019 and October 2023. Clinical, laboratory, and imaging data were collected. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were performed to identify independent predictors of urosepsis. The predictive accuracy of Hu’s nomogram was evaluated using receiver operating characteristic curve analysis. Results: Among 341 patients, 66 (19.4%) developed urosepsis. Multivariate analysis identified female gender, corticosteroid use, lower platelet count, elevated C-reactive protein levels, positive urine white blood cell count, lower computed tomography attenuation values of calculi, and higher computed tomography attenuation values of hydronephrosis as independent predictors of urosepsis. Hu’s nomogram demonstrated a strong predictive performance (area under the curve: 0.761; 95% CI: 0.701–0.821), reaffirming its clinical utility for risk stratification. Conclusions: This study provides an external validation of Hu’s nomogram and identifies novel risk factors for urosepsis prediction, including corticosteroid use and imaging-based parameters. Incorporating these findings into clinical practice may enhance early risk stratification, facilitate timely interventions, and ultimately improve patient outcomes. Full article
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The Impact of Transurethral Enucleation Therapeutic Approach in All-Size Benign Prostatic Obstruction Pathology: From Contemporary Technological Advances to Evidence-Based Clinical Progresses
by Catalin-Andrei Bulai, Razvan-Dragos Multescu, Petrisor-Aurelian Geavlete, Ana Maria Andreea Punga, Adrian Militaru, Bogdan-Gabriel Buzescu, Cosmin-Victor Ene, Cristian Mares and Bogdan-Florin Geavlete
Diagnostics 2025, 15(4), 416; https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics15040416 - 8 Feb 2025
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Transurethral enucleation (TUE) has revolutionized the management of benign prostatic obstruction (BPO), offering a minimally invasive solution with superior efficacy across all prostate sizes. This review explores the advancements in TUE techniques, including Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP), Thulium Laser Enucleation [...] Read more.
Transurethral enucleation (TUE) has revolutionized the management of benign prostatic obstruction (BPO), offering a minimally invasive solution with superior efficacy across all prostate sizes. This review explores the advancements in TUE techniques, including Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP), Thulium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (ThuLEP), and bipolar enucleation, highlighting their clinical benefits, safety profiles, and long-term outcomes. Compared to traditional approaches such as transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and open prostatectomy, TUE has been associated with reduced complication rates, shorter recovery times, and durable symptom relief. The manuscript also examines patient-centered considerations, such as quality of life improvements and preservation of sexual function, which contribute to high patient satisfaction. Furthermore, the economic advantages of TUE, driven by reduced retreatment rates and healthcare costs, underscore its value for both patients and healthcare systems. Emerging innovations, including artificial intelligence (AI), promise to further enhance procedural planning, surgical precision, and training pathways. Efforts to expand global access through cost-effective adaptations like bipolar enucleation and targeted training initiatives are paving the way for wider adoption of TUE. With its adaptability, technological advancements, and focus on patient outcomes, TUE is poised to become the global standard of care in BPO management. Full article
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