Circumcision May Help Stop HIV Spread
Protection may stem from a decrease in the number of HIV target cells following the procedure.
Print Issue: August 01, 2009
First UTIs in Women Characterized
CHICAGO—Urinary frequency and urgency are the two predominant presenting urinary symptoms in young women with their first UTI, according to a new prospective study of college-aged women.
A Promising Novel Biomarker for RCC
CHICAGO—Circulating endothelial cells (CECs) are elevated in patients with renal cell carcinoma (RCC) and show promise as an early prognostic biomarker, Australian researchers reported here at the American Urological Association Annual Meeting.
Topical Spray for PE Safe, Effective
Men suffering from premature ejaculation had a sixfold increase in intravaginal ejaculatory time.
Can Diet Soda Prevent Kidney Stones?
Some brands contain enough citrate and malate to prevent development of stones, researchers say.
Nevada Medical Board Is Revamped
Nevada has overhauled the state medical board’s discipline procedures to allow quicker response to dangerous practices and more public scrutiny.
Personality Can Be a Factor in Malpractice Litigation
Winning a malpractice lawsuit requires more than proving that your treatment was appropriate and prudent and that it conformed to the standard of care.
Reforms Cited for Dramatic Caseload Decline
The number of medical malpractice cases has plunged in Pennsylvania since the state changed two procedures. State statistics show 1,602 cases were filed in 2008, a 41% decline from the base years of 2000-2002.
Device To Help Diagnose Bladder Problems Debuts
Verathon has introduced the BladderScan BVM 9500 bladder volume instrument.
Patent Issued for OAB Neuromodulation System
Uroplasty, Inc., a medical device company with headquarters in Minnetonka, Minn., has received a patent for its Urgent PC Neuromodulation System and stimulation methods for treating overactive bladder (OAB).
