Obesity Found to Increase BPH Risk
BPH has long been thought to be an inevitable function of genetic predisposition and age related changes in sex steroid hormones.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
NFL’s New Rule to Prevent Concussions
The NFL has taken a new interest in the safety of its players.
High Fat Diet May Lower Sperm Count
Little is known regarding dietary habits and male reproduction.
Vitamin D Deficiency, Daytime Fatigue Linked
Men who doze off during the day may benefit from salmon, eggs, or a bit more time in the sun, all of which increase vitamin D levels.
Video Game Urinals Help Boost Prostate Knowledge
New urinals were designed to bring attention to prostate health and prostate cancer.
Transfusions May Worsen Bladder Cancer Outcomes
Patients undergoing radical cystectomy for bladder cancer may be at increased risk for worse outcomes if they receive a PBT.
Hemoglobin Levels Fall, Transfusions On the Rise
Two studies presented at the recent NKF Spring Clinical Meetings provide more evidence of a trend toward decreasing use of ESAs and decreasing hemoglobin levels.
Ghrelin Offers Good Outcome Measures in CKD
Ghrelin is metabolized by the kidney; thus serum levels are elevated in chronic kidney disease populations.
Medical and Surgical Management of Bladder Outlet Obstruction
Treatment of LUTS secondary to BPH has evolved from surgical therapy to medical monotherapy, and now combination therapy.
Nephrologist Serves as Expert Witness against Urologist
Over the past several years, Dr. N occasionally had been asked to serve as an expert in medical malpractice cases.
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