Urology — Flashcards

Flashcard 61: Is size of the prostate an indication for surgery?_____

Answer: No

Flashcard 62: Spermatocele is a _____locular scrotal swelling

Answer: uni

Flashcard 63: _____ Catheter is a self retaining Urinary Catheter with umbrella or flower tip.

Answer: Malecot

Flashcard 64: What is the treatment of choice for Bosniak 4?_____

Answer: Partial or total nephrectomy

Flashcard 65: Does spermatocele transilluminate?_____

Answer: Yes

Flashcard 66: Spread of RCC to infra-diaphragmatic IVC classifies it as T_____

Answer: 3b

Flashcard 67: Which types of aneurysms are contraindications for extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL)?

Answer: Abdominal aortic and renal artery aneurysms

Extra: ESWL is contraindicated in the presence of an aneurysm (aortic or renal artery) near the stone because the shockwaves may lead to its rupture. Other contraindications for ESWL: - Pregnancy (absolute) - Uncorrected bleeding diathesis (absolute) - Uncontrolled UTI - Distal obstruction (prevents passage of fragments) - Morbid obesity (relative due to technical factors)

Flashcard 68: PCNL is indicated in the following condition:If the renal stone is _____ stone as it is associated with urinary tract infection.

Answer: struvite

Flashcard 69: ESWL is typically indicated for renal stones with a size less than _____.

Answer: 2 cm (Note: 1.5 cm is sometimes used as a cutoff for lower pole stones)

Flashcard 70: Spread of RCC to supra-diaphragmatic IVC or invading its wall classifies it as T_____

Answer: 3c