Rising case numbers attributed to older population, with overall underlying risk remaining flat or decreasing over the last 30 years, report finds The incidence rates for a range of urological cancers mostly affecting men are stable, or going down in Ireland, with any increase in overall numbers due to our ageing population, a new study … Read more
One in ten emergency patients with visible blood in their urine die within three months of presenting at A&E, new research has found. The WASHOUT study, presented on March 16th, 2026, at the European Association of Urology Congress (EAU26) in London, found that a scan within 48 hours could reduce this risk. Such a scan also … Read more
A smartphone app designed to tackle the underlying psychological causes of premature ejaculation can significantly improve sex life and delay ejaculation, while offering a way to reduce stigma around the condition, say researchers. Data from the CLIMACS study are presented today [Saturday 14 March 2026] at the European Association of Urology Annual Congress (EAU26) in … Read more
Rising case numbers attributed to older population, with overall underlying risk remaining flat or decreasing over the last 30 years, report finds The incidence rates for a range of urological cancers mostly affecting men are stable, or going down in Ireland, with any increase in overall numbers due to our ageing population, a new study … Read more
Nearly 300 abstracts on prostate cancer research from around the world will be presented at the European Association of Urology Congress (EAU26), taking place in London from 13–16 March 2026. Highlights of some of the key advances in the prostate cancer screening field are detailed below. Tobias Nordström is a clinical urologist and Associate Professor … Read more
A new study led by researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center found that prostate cancer patients with low testosterone levels may have a higher risk of cancer progressing to a more aggressive form while under active surveillance. The findings, published in the The Journal of Urology, suggest that baseline testosterone may serve as a useful clinical marker to better stratify risk and tailor monitoring strategies for patients choosing active surveillance. Active surveillance is a safe and effective option for many men with early-stage prostate cancer. However, identifying which patients … Read more
Increasing paternal age has been linked to elevated health risks for the next generation, including higher risks of obesity and stillbirth. But what drives this increased risk remains unknown. Most research into this link focuses on how the DNA inside sperm changes with age. But sperm carry other molecules as well, including a diverse array … Read more
Identifying and classifying gene mutations – which are the permanent changes in a person’s DNA genetic code – are critical in better understanding, and with research, eventually treating or preventing, the diseases with which they are linked. In a paper first posted online on April 3, 2025, in the journal European Urology Focus, a Johns Hopkins … Read more
The perspective article titled”Ethical perspective on telemedicine usage in sexual medicine: A friend or a foe?”, was published on January 27, 2025. Telemedicine has emerged as a significant force in modern healthcare, particularly in sexual medicine, driven by technological advancements and the exigencies of the COVID-19 pandemic. This article undertakes an in-depth exploration of the … Read more
Aquablation: A Game-changer for Enlarged Prostate Treatment? Table of Contents Aquablation: A Game-changer for Enlarged Prostate Treatment? Preserving Sexual function: A Key Advantage Aquablation: How Does It Work? The WATER III Trial: key Findings BPH: A Common Condition Affecting American Men Beyond the Trial: The Broader Implications of Aquablation Weighing the Options: Is Aquablation Right … Read more