Translational and Clinical Research in Urology - Timothy Lawson - Bog

Urology is a medical specialty that focuses on the diseases affecting the male and female urinary tract systems. The main organs of urinary tract include bladder, kidneys and ureters. Urological diseases are typically associated with problems of prostate, kidneys, urethra, testes, bladder and ureters. Some urologic conditions are temporary while others are chronic, and treatment of these conditions entails determining and treating the underlying symptoms or causes. Painkillers and self-care techniques are some of the potential remedies for these disorders. Other treatment options include chemotherapy, surgery, radiation therapy, as well as the usage of antibiotics and medications for relaxing the bladder. Current clinical trials in the field of urology involve researching novel therapeutic drugs and treatments for a variety of conditions, such as overactive bladder, incontinence, urinary tract cancer, kidney stones, etc. This book aims to shed light on the translational and clinical researches in urology. It presents researches and studies performed by experts across the globe. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.