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Male urologists more likely to order inappropriate PSA test
July 19th 2007Practitioners who specialize in urology, who are male, who seldom order PSA tests, and who are affiliated with specific hospitals are more likely than are other medical practitioners to inappropriately order a PSA test for asymptomatic patients over age 75 years or under age 40, according to a study from the Massachusetts Veterans Epidemiology Research and Information Center.
Urologist's widow convicted in his slaying
July 19th 2007An Akron, OH, jury recently found Donna Moonda, the widow of Gulam Moonda, MD, a urologist formerly with Sharon Regional Health Systems, Hermitage, PA, guilty of orchestrating the murder of her husband in 2005. Prosecutors said the slaying was a botched attempt by Mrs. Moonda to gain a $6 million inheritance. She was sentenced to life in prison.
Dr. McConnell receives triennial AUA award
July 19th 2007John McConnell, MD, professor of urology and executive vice president for health system affairs at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, has received the AUA 2007 Eugene Fuller Triennial Prostate Award, which recognizes an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the study of the prostate gland and its associated diseases.
Bisphosphonate treatment may lead to jaw bone deterioration
July 19th 2007Patients treated with intravenous bisphosphonates appear to have an increased risk of jaw or facial bone deterioration or infection, according to a study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute (2007; 99:1016-24).
Only 12% of prostate cancer survivors are aware of clinical trials
July 19th 2007Only 12% of cancer survivors are aware of prostate cancer clinical trials at the time of their diagnosis, according to a survey conducted by the Coalition of Cancer Cooperative Groups and Northwestern University, Chicago.
Male urologists more likely to order inappropriate PSA test
July 19th 2007Practitioners who specialize in urology, who are male, who seldom order PSA tests, and who are affiliated with specific hospitals are more likely than are other medical practitioners to inappropriately order a PSA test for asymptomatic patients over age 75 years or under age 40, according to a study from the Massachusetts Veterans Epidemiology Research and Information Center.
Study: Prophylactic treatment of children with UTIs not beneficial
July 19th 2007The use of prophylactic antibiotics after an initial urinary tract infection is not associated with reduced risk of recurrent UTIs, but is associated with an increased risk of resistant infections, according to a new study from the University of Pennsylvania Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholars Program, Philadelphia.
Studies find no link between lycopene and cancer prevention
July 19th 2007Two new studies have provided evidence that the connection between dietary lycopene and reduction of cancer risk is weak, at best. Earlier studies had reported that lycopene, an antioxidant found in tomatoes, has been associated with a decreased risk of some cancers, particularly prostate cancer.
Management service company for urology labs expands national reach
July 5th 2007Uropath LLC of Arlington, TX, a management service company for urology practice-owned anatomic pathology laboratories, has opened its newest laboratory location in Philadelphia. Uropath now services more than 400 urologists, including more than 45 practices across 15 states.
AUA names first Gallagher scholar
July 5th 2007David F. Penson, MD, MPH, has been named AUA's first G. James Gallagher Health Policy Scholar. The program was designed to honor Gallagher, AUA's former executive director, by preparing the next generation of urologists to fill vital leadership roles in health policy.
Federal court rules against drug company in AWP case
July 5th 2007A U.S. District Court judge in Massachusetts has found that AstraZeneca, among other companies, violated the Massachusetts consumer protection act by reporting false average wholesale prices for a number of prescription drugs, including goserelin acetate (Zoladex), used in the treatment of prostate cancer.
FDA issues final rule on manufacturing practices for dietary supplements
July 5th 2007FDA has announced a final rule establishing regulations to require current good manufacturing practices for dietary supplements. The rule ensures that dietary supplements are produced in a quality manner, do not contain contaminants or impurities, and are accurately labeled.
New Urology Products & Services
July 1st 2007Bloomington, IN-Cook Medical has developed the BIGopsy biopsy forceps that capture specimens of sufficient size to produce accurate biopsy results without need for additional samples. The forceps' oversized jaw design and patented backloading handle obtain specimens up to four times larger than those available with traditional forceps, and the 2.4F sheath offers greater flow than do standard 3F sheaths.
New Urology Products & Services
July 1st 2007Bloomington, IN-Cook Medical has developed the BIGopsy biopsy forceps that capture specimens of sufficient size to produce accurate biopsy results without need for additional samples. The forceps' oversized jaw design and patented backloading handle obtain specimens up to four times larger than those available with traditional forceps, and the 2.4F sheath offers greater flow than do standard 3F sheaths.
