Technology, genetics lead advances in managing stones

The patient was treated as part of a clinical study of the novel MONARCH platform at UCI Health in California.

"I think there's a lot of fear that can go into talking about these topics," says Katherine Rotker, MD.

"The test is fast, minimally invasive and cost-effective, and opens up a new suite of tools that will help us optimize treatment and quality of life for prostate cancer patients,” said Edwin Posadas, MD.

"Hopefully, this will be a resource for people who are preparing for birth, or who have recently experienced birth," says Linda Brubaker, MD, MS.

Research has shown that follow-up text messages are more effective than telephone calls at reducing hospital readmissions or emergency department visits following hospital discharge.

The device has the ability to monitor intrarenal pressure (IRP) in real-time during kidney stone procedures.