Investigation of rs11568476 Polymorphism in the Gene in Turkish Patients with Hypocitraturia and Calcium-Containing Kidney Stones.

: Hypocitraturia is a major risk factor for calcium-containing kidney stone disease. Citrate inhibits stone formation by binding calcium in the urine. The gene encodes the sodium-dependent dicarboxylate cotransporter 1 (NaDC1), a membrane transport protein that facilitates citrate reabsorption in the proximal renal tubules.

Complete urethral rupture accompanying penile fracture: a case report.

Introduction And Importance: Penile fracture is a rare urological emergency. It occurs due to the penis being subjected to force during intercourse or other causes. Treatment is usually surgical.

Which localization method is optimal in ESWL: fluoroscopy or ultrasonography?

Background: Urinary stone disease is a common urological disorder, particularly among middle-aged individuals. Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) is often the first-line treatment for kidney and ureteral stones. Traditionally, fluoroscopy is used for stone targeting in ESWL, but it exposes patients and clinicians to radiation and cannot visualize non-opaque stones.

The role of N-acetylcysteine in preventing hepatic injury associated with systemic oxidative stress after extracorporeal shock wave treatment.

Background: Systemic oxidative stress may cause detrimental consequences for the liver, leading to hepatic fibrogenesis.

Objectives: To investigate histopathological changes in liver tissues due to the increased systemic oxidative stress associated with rat extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) model and to document the consequences of N-acetylcysteine (NAC) administration.

Material And Methods: In this experimental SWL model, 18 Wistar albino rats were randomly assigned into 3 groups.