• Mindfulness and brain stimulation could reduce bladder leaks
    Thursday, May 29, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    A new study suggests that mindfulness training and/or non-invasive brain stimulation could reduce bladder leaks and feelings of urgency in patients with 'latchkey incontinence.'
  • Selenium exposure during pregnancy may reduce childhood streptococcal infections
    Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Higher maternal selenium levels during pregnancy were associated with a lower risk of streptococcal infections in children, suggesting a potential protective effect.
  • New blood test shows superior sensitivity in detecting HPV-associated head and neck cancers
    Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Head and neck cancer researchers are reporting the development and testing of HPV-DeepSeek, a novel liquid biopsy assay. In their new study, HPV-DeepSeek achieved 99% sensitivty and specifity for diagnosing HPV-associated head and neck...
  • Urine test could reveal early prostate cancer
    Monday, April 28, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    A newly published study indicates that prostate cancer can be diagnosed at an early stage through a simple urine sample. With the aid of AI and extensive analyses of gene activity in tumors, they have identified new biomarkers of high...
  • Researchers report association between urinary incontinence, cardiovascular disease
    Wednesday, April 16, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Researchers report an association between urinary incontinence and cardiovascular disease risk in women. The researcher recommend women should be checked regularly for urinary incontinence.
  • Researchers identify precision medicine approach for preventing kidney failure
    Wednesday, April 9, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Researchers have identified type 5 collagen as a key factor in kidney fibrosis, revealing its potential as a biomarker to predict chronic kidney disease progression. A repurposed anti-cancer drug, Cilengitide, was found to reduce kidney...
  • Blood test may rule out future dementia risk
    Wednesday, April 2, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Researchers have demonstrated how specific biomarkers in the blood can predict the development of dementia up to ten years before diagnosis, among older adults living independently in the community.
  • Human urine, a valuable resource as fertilizer for sustainable urban agriculture, study concludes
    Thursday, March 27, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    The reuse of human urine would allow for the production of sustainable fertilizers for urban agriculture, with significant environmental benefits, a new study concludes. The research evaluates the environmental impact of nitrogen...
  • The right moves to rein in fibrosis
    Monday, March 24, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Biomedical researchers have decoded how mechanical forces drive cell behavior in fibrosis.
  • Ammonia build-up kills liver cells but can be prevented using existing drug
    Friday, March 7, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    High levels of ammonia kill liver cells by damaging the mitochondria that power the cells. But this can be prevented using an existing drug due to start clinical trials, finds a new study in mice.
  • Disordered eating and certain foods linked to higher risk for urinary incontinence in middle-aged women
    Thursday, February 13, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Eating behavior is associated with symptoms of pelvic floor disorders in middle-aged women. For example, higher consumption of highly processed ready-made foods and fast food increased the risk for experiencing symptoms of stress and...
  • Researchers create genetic map tied to kidney disease
    Tuesday, February 11, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Over 1,000 genes may serve as possible treatment targets for individuals with kidney disease, according to a new study. By creating the most complete and detailed genetic 'map' of kidney function to date, the researchers have paved the...
  • Relief could be on the way for UTI sufferers dealing with debilitating pain
    Wednesday, February 5, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    New insights into what causes the painful and disruptive symptoms of urinary tract infections (UTIs) could offer hope for improved treatment. UTIs are one of the most prevalent bacterial infections globally, with more than 400 million...
  • Study establishes link between early side effects from prostate cancer radiation and long-term side effects
    Friday, January 31, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Men undergoing radiation therapy for prostate cancer who experience side effects early in treatment may face a higher risk of developing more serious long-term urinary and bowel health issues, according to a new study.
  • Researchers develop biomarker algorithm for noninvasive detection of Barrett's esophagus and esophageal cancer
    Wednesday, January 22, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    By studying biomarkers known to be involved in gastrointestinal cancers, researchers have developed a biomarker algorithm that, when combined with a noninvasive method to collect esophageal cells for study, could give clinicians insight...
  • MRI scanning and biopsy could reduce delays in the correct treatment for bladder cancer by more than six weeks
    Wednesday, January 15, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Patients with a common aggressive type of bladder cancer could get correct treatment significantly quicker as new research suggests that initial MRI imaging and biopsy could be used to reduce the time patients wait.
  • Putting a lid on excess cholesterol to halt bladder cancer cell growth
    Tuesday, January 14, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Researchers discover novel targets for bladder cancer therapeutics and demonstrate that a new combination of existing drugs, including statins, blocks tumor growth in mice.
  • New biomarkers could improve early detection and monitoring of kidney injury
    Monday, January 6, 2025 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Researchers have identified six new biomarkers that could detect kidney injury faster and with more sensitivity, advancing safer drug development and improving health outcomes for patients. The new biomarkers may offer a more sensitive...
  • MRI-first strategy for prostate cancer detection proves to be safe, study finds
    Thursday, December 19, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    There are several strategies for the early detection of prostate cancer. The first step is often a blood test for prostate-specific antigen (PSA). If PSA levels exceed a certain threshold, the next step typically involves taking a tissue...
  • First full characterization of kidney microbiome unlocks potential to prevent kidney stones
    Wednesday, December 11, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Researchers have found definitive proof of a kidney microbiome that influences renal health and kidney stone formation, demonstrating that the urinary tract is not sterile and low levels of bacteria are normal. The publication describes...
  • Scientists identify brain cell type as master controller of urination
    Tuesday, December 3, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Researchers have identified a subset of brain cells in mice that act as the master regulators of urination.
  • Drinking plenty of water may actually be good for you
    Tuesday, November 26, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Public health recommendations generally suggest drinking eight cups of water a day. And many people just assume it's healthy to drink plenty of water.
  • Discovery explains kidney damage caused by blood pressure drugs
    Thursday, November 21, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Scientists have discovered how long-term treatment of high blood pressure with commonly prescribed drugs can destroy the kidney's ability to filter and purify blood. The finding could open the door to better ways to manage high blood...
  • Detecting cancer in urine: Nanowire-based capture of micro-ribonucleic acids
    Thursday, November 14, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    The detection of cancer-associated micro-ribonucleic acids (miRNAs) in urine through a combination of nanowire-based miRNA extraction and machine learning (ML) analysis can fuel the development of early-stage cancer diagnostic tools.
  • Computational tool developed to predict immunotherapy outcomes for patients with metastatic breast cancer
    Tuesday, October 29, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Using computational tools, researchers have developed a method to assess which patients with metastatic triple-negative breast cancer could benefit from immunotherapy.
  • Developing kidneys from scratch
    Monday, October 28, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Researches made major strides toward the creation of artificial kidney tissue by demonstrating an undiscovered mechanism behind kidney development and a novel technique for culturing kidney cells, both of which could ultimately reduce...
  • Genomic variants that increase risk of kidney disease are found in nearly one-third of West Africans
    Monday, October 28, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    A study has revealed a significant genetic risk factor for kidney disease in people from Ghana and Nigeria. Their study demonstrated that having just one risk variant in a gene known as APOL1 can significantly increase the risk of...
  • Research shows urine tests may detect early diseases
    Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    According to a study, the RNA (a type of genetic material) and other substances within urine can show changes in cell types, revealing early signs of cancer and other diseases. This method could help clinicians detect problems earlier...
  • Kidney transplantation among those with HIV infections shown safe and effective, study suggests
    Thursday, October 17, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    It is just as safe and effective for people with HIV in need of kidney transplantation to get their organ from donors who are also HIV positive as it is from donors who are not infected with the virus, a study shows. Survival rates for...
  • Study uncovers mutations and DNA structures driving bladder cancer
    Wednesday, October 9, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    How bladder cancer originates and progresses has been illuminated as never before. Researchers found that antiviral enzymes that mutate the DNA of normal and cancer cells are key promoters of early bladder cancer development, and that...
  • New imaging technique accurately detects aggressive kidney cancer
    Thursday, October 3, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    A new study has demonstrated a new, non-invasive imaging technique can accurately detect clear-cell renal cell carcinoma, the most common form of kidney cancer.
  • AI 'liquid biopsies' using cell-free DNA, protein biomarkers, could aid early detection of ovarian cancer
    Monday, September 30, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    A blood test that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to detect cancer-related genetic changes and protein biomarkers could help screen women for early signs of ovarian cancer, according to a new study.
  • New prostate biopsy technique lowers infection risk
    Thursday, September 19, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    A multi-institutional clinical trial showed that a newer technique for collecting prostate biopsy samples reduced the risk of infection compared with traditional biopsy approaches.
  • Pushing kidney-stone fragments reduces stones' recurrence
    Thursday, September 19, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Researchers found that patients who underwent the stone-moving ultrasound procedure had a 70% lower risk of such a recurrence.
  • New method predicts worsening of chronic kidney disease
    Thursday, September 12, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Researchers have developed a new method that could be a significant step in the treatment of chronic kidney disease. The method can predict the progression of the disease, which could ensure better and more targeted treatment and reduce...
  • Low-impact yoga and exercise found to help older women manage urinary incontinence
    Friday, September 6, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    New research finds that 12 weeks of low-impact exercise classes reduced daily episodes of urinary incontinence by more than half.
  • Smart mask monitors breath for signs of health
    Thursday, August 29, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Researchers have developed a prototype for a smart mask that can be used to monitor a range of medical conditions, including respiratory ailments, such as asthma, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), and post-COVID-19 infections.
  • Wearable, stretchable sensor for quick, continuous, and non-invasive detection of solid-state skin biomarkers
    Monday, August 19, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Detecting diseases early requires the rapid, continuous and convenient monitoring of vital biomarkers. Researchers have now developed a novel sensor that enables the continuous, and real-time detection of solid-state epidermal...
  • New research explores the urea cycle's strong connection to fatty liver disease
    Tuesday, August 13, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    A physician scientist is making strides in understanding the molecular origins of fatty liver disease, a leading cause of liver failure in the United States.
  • Routine lab tests are not a reliable way to diagnose long COVID, research finds
    Monday, August 12, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    A new study has found that routine lab tests may not be useful in making a long COVID diagnosis for people who have symptoms of the condition. The study highlights how challenging it can be to identify and diagnose a novel illness such...
  • Eating more fruits and vegetables to reduce dietary acid lowers blood pressure and improves kidney and heart health in patients with hypertension
    Tuesday, August 6, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Doctors recommend making fruits and vegetables a foundational part of the treatment of patients with hypertension. Diets high in fruits and vegetables are found to lower blood pressure, reduce cardiovascular risk, and improve kidney...
  • Progress in development of a new high-tech kidney disease urine test
    Tuesday, July 9, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Development of a new way to accurately measure human serum albumin (HSA) levels in people with chronic kidney disease has progressed in recent testing.
  • Study finds 1 in 12 patients labeled as having 'benign' results actually had high-risk prostate cancer
    Tuesday, July 9, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    A recent study examined data from more than 10,000 patients with 'Biopsy Gleason Grade Group (GGG) 1,' a diagnosis considered to be the lowest grade cancer. Researchers found that even among patients diagnosed using the most modern...
  • To regenerate the kidney, please don't pass the salt
    Friday, June 28, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    A loss of salt and body fluid can stimulate kidney regeneration and repair in mice, according to a new study. This innate regenerative response relies on a small population of kidney cells in a region known as the macula densa (MD),...
  • Improving prostate cancer screening for transgender women
    Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Transgender women are still at risk for prostate cancer. A new study concludes that current screening guidelines could miss early-stage prostate cancer in transgender women on hormone therapy.
  • Would astronauts' kidneys survive a roundtrip to Mars?
    Tuesday, June 11, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    The structure and function of the kidneys is altered by space flight, with galactic radiation causing permanent damage that would jeopardise any mission to Mars, according to a new study led by researchers from UCL.
  • Researchers discover urine-based test to detect head and neck cancer
    Tuesday, April 16, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Researchers have created a urine-based test that detects pieces of DNA fragments released by head and neck tumors. The test could potentially facilitate early detection of this cancer type, which currently does not have a reliable...
  • Scientists grow 'mini kidneys,' revealing new insights into metabolic defects and potential therapy for polycystic kidney disease
    Monday, April 8, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Scientists have successfully grown 'mini kidneys' in the lab and grafted them into live mice, revealing new insights into the metabolic defects and a potential therapy for polycystic kidney disease.
  • Diabetes medication class tied to lower risk of kidney stones
    Wednesday, January 31, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    Type 2 diabetes is associated with increased risk of kidney stones, but some forms of treatment for this condition may also have the benefit of lowering risk of kidney stones. Researchers found that there was an association between the...
  • A new drug candidate can shrink kidney cysts
    Monday, January 22, 2024 from Urology News -- ScienceDaily
    A compound originally developed as a cancer treatment may hold promise for treating polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD), which affects more than half a million Americans and can lead to kidney enlargement and loss of function.
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