Stone recurrence: Advice for young urologists

"While CBD oil appears safe, it does not seem to reduce pain or discomfort during the typically brief recovery period after this common procedure,” says Karen Stern, MD.

“The prevalence of kidney stones has increased over 80% over the last 30 years, and the epidemiology has changed such that it's beginning at a younger age now,” says Gregory Tasian, MD, MSc, MSCE.

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common human infections. But the urine culture, the cornerstone for laboratory diagnosis of UTI, is imperfect.

“You have tradeoffs with every device that you use,” says Amy E. Krambeck, MD.

“The need for lifesaving organs continues to grow. We continue to increase patients’ options regarding the type of donors. We want them to get this life-changing procedure as soon as possible,” said Alvin Wee, MD.

Cleveland Clinic highlights its use of irreversible electroporation, also known as Nanoknife, in select patients with prostate cancer.