Recent Urology Articles

Ambu Celebrates Urology Nurses and Associates Week

Celebrating Urology Nurses for Their Patient Care and Education

The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is celebrating Urology Nurses and Associates Week. This annual event, held Nov. 1-7, provides an opportunity for employers and patients to recognize the important work of urology nurses in patient care for all ages.

Advanced Practice Providers Seen Filling Projected Urologist Void

Best Practices

As the general population ages and the demand for urologists increases, advanced practice providers such as nurse practitioners and physicians’ assistants are expected to fill in the void left by retiring urologists.

More From Single-Use Endoscopy

aScope 4 RhinoLaryngo Intervention prodcedure

Analyzing Value

Cost and Performance Analysis of Single-Use vs. Reusable Laryngoscopes

A study found the Ambu® aScope™ 4 RhinoLaryngo superior in set up and convenience and better overall than reusable competitors. The Ambu device also offered comparable performance to reusables in ergonomics and maneuverability and was found to be more cost effective.

Emerging Technologies

Here’s What A Study Found on Implementing Teleurology During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth had been used sparingly in urology. Urologists at the University of Virginia found it to be feasible and highly accepted by patients.

Endoscopic procedure begins in hospital room.

Prevention Challenges

Is Age a Factor in Duodenoscope Contamination?

A study out of the Netherlands analyzed contamination rates of more than 150 duodenoscopes nationwide. Given the potential for device contamination, the authors concluded that redesigns or a switch to disposable models were the best options for infection prevention.