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Ep 96 Transperineal Prostate Biopsy: A Practical Startup Guide with Dr. Matthew Allaway and Dr. Juan Javier-DesLoges

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Listen to leading physicians discuss urologic oncology on the BackTable Urology Podcast. Get tips, tricks, and expert guidance from your peers and level up your practice.

Episode #96

Transperineal Prostate Biopsy: A Practical Startup Guide

On this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Aditya Bagrodia, Dr. Matt Allaway (Perineologic Biopsy), and Dr. Juan Javier-DesLoges (UC San Diego) discuss benefits and procedural tips for the transperineal prostate biopsy.

Episode #94

TULSA-PRO: A Practical Guide for Setup and Success

On this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Aditya Bagrodia, Dr. Daniel Costa (UT Southwestern), and Dr. Xiaosong Meng (UT Southwestern) discuss patient selection and procedure for TULSA-PRO, a new transurethral ultrasound ablation system that incorporates real-time MR imaging, as a focal treatment option for prostate cancer.

Episode #92

Evolving the Management of Stage 2 Seminoma

In this episode of BackTable, Dr. Bagrodia interviews Dr. Sia Daneshmand, chief of urologic oncology at the University of Southern California, about the research trials and treatment of stage II seminomas.

Episode #85

New Technologies for Prostate Screening

In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva interviews Dr. Ali Kasraeian, a private practice urologic oncologist in Jacksonville, about different techniques and research on prostate cancer screenings.

Episode #81

Germline Testing in Kidney Cancer

In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Aditya Bagrodia, Dr. Ari Hakimi (Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center), and Dr. Nirmish Singla (Johns Hopkins University), discuss the value and indications for germline testing in renal cell carcinoma (RCC).

Episode #80

Active Surveillance for Prostate Cancer

In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Aditya Bagrodia, Dr. Kara Watts (Montefiore Medical Center), Dr. Minhaj Siddiqui (University of Maryland), and Dr. Arvin George (University of Michigan) discuss active surveillance for prostate cancer.

Episode #79

Germline Testing in Prostate Cancer: Who, When, and How

In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Aditya Bagrodia interviews Dr. Todd Morgan, chief of urologic oncology at the University of Michigan, about benefits and indications for germline testing in prostate cancer patients.

Episode #58

RPLND for Early Stage Testicular Cancer

In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Aditya Bagrodia discusses retroperitoneal lymph node dissection (RPLND) for early stage testicular cancer with Dr. Clint Cary and Dr. Timothy Masterson from Indiana University School of Medicine.

Episode #57

Blue Light Cystoscopy: Who, When, and How?

In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Aditya Bagrodia speaks with urologist Dr. Anne Schuckman from the University of Southern California about advantages and advice for blue light cystoscopy, a procedure performed to identify bladder tumors during transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT).

Episode #56

Adjuvant Therapy for Advanced Kidney Cancer: Who, What, When

In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Aditya Bagrodia speaks with urologist Dr. Karim Bensalah from the Universitaire de Rennes and medical oncologist Dr. Rana McKay from UC San Diego about adjuvant therapy for advanced kidney cancer.

Episode #54

Smoking Cessation for the Urologist

In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Aditya Bagrodia discusses methods and benefits of smoking cessation in urologic oncology patients with Dr. Christian Fankhauser from Luzerner Kantonsspital and Dr. Richard Matulewicz from Memorial Sloan Kettering.

Episode #44

Surgical Tips and Tricks for Prostatectomy

In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Aditya Bagrodia discusses tips and tricks for radical and partial prostatectomies with Dr. Rafael Coelho, Chief of Urology Oncology at the University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine.

Episode #41

Radiotherapy for Unfavorable Intermediate Prostate Cancer

Dr. Neil Desai, a radiation oncologist with UT Southwestern, shares his perspectives on radiation therapy indications, algorithms, side effects, and prognoses for unfavorable intermediate risk prostate cancer patients.

Episode #37

Practical PSA Screening for PCPs and Urologists

We talk with Dr. Scott Eggener about the importance of practical PSA screenings and shared decision making with patients. Dr. Eggener advocates for the prevention of overdiagnosis and overtreatment in prostate cancer.

Episode #35

Diagnosis and Management of Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma

We talk with Dr. Shahrokh Shariat, chairman of Urology at the Medical University of Vienna, about diagnosis and management of upper tract urothelial carcinoma (UTUC) as well as differing AUA and EAU approaches to these malignancies.

Episode #30

Minimally Invasive Focal Therapy for Prostate Cancer

Dr. Amit Patel, Dr. Ranko Miocinovic, and Dr. Jose Silva discuss focal therapy for prostate cancer and share their experiences with the the NanoKnife System from AngioDynamics.

Episode #29

Management of Penile Cancer

Dr. Philippe Spiess from Moffitt Cancer Center discusses surgical and medical management of penile cancer. Listen now to hear more about punch biopsy techniques, surgical resection and lymph node dissection techniques, growing role of topical chemotherapy, importance of multidisciplinary tumor boards.

Urologic Oncology Articles

Read our exclusive BackTable Urology Articles for quick insights on urologic oncology, provided by physicians for physicians.

Establishing a Transurethral Ultrasound Ablation (TULSA) Program for Prostate Cancer Treatment

Transurethral ultrasound ablation may offer distinct advantages over alternative treatment options for prostate cancer. Xioasong Meng and Dr. Aditya Bagrodia team up with radiologist Dr. Daniel Costa to explain how to establish a TULSA program for prostate cancer treatment.

Tulsa procedure technique device placement diagram

TULSA Procedure Technique for Prostate Cancer: A Practical Guide

The TULSA procedure involves several technical steps, including imaging, device placement, ablation control, and real-time monitoring. Learn how to successfully treat prostate cancer with the TULSA procedure, including step-by-step guidance on technical steps and follow-up care.

TULSA Prostate Treatment: Patient Selection, Contraindications & Patient Preparation

Proper patient selection and preparation are crucial for success with TULSA prostate treatment. Our urology and radiology panel explain TULSA patient selection, absolute and relative contraindications to TULSA, how to prep patients for TULSA prostate treatment, potential side effects of TULSA, and expected outcomes.

Recommendations for BCG-Unresponsive Bladder Cancer

BCG-unresponsive bladder cancer has distinct criteria for diagnosis and management. Official FDA diagnosis requires the development or recurrence of a high-grade bladder tumor after a patient has received adequate BCG therapy. Treatment duration varies based on whether an induction or maintenance course is indicated.

High-Grade BCG-Unresponsive Bladder Cancer: Management & Therapeutic Recommendations

The management of high-grade BCG-unresponsive bladder cancer begins with the establishment of cytology and, based on the patient profile, is followed by either TURBT or total cystectomy. Alternative treatments are available, but ongoing research continues to explore other options.

Doctor holding cystoscope for TURBT procedure

Bladder Cancer Resection with TURBT

Transurethral resections of bladder tumor (TURBT) is a common procedure that is used to treat bladder cancer. Urologic Oncologist Dr. Sam Chang shares his approach to successful bladder cancer resection with TURBT, covering his technique before, during, and after the TURBT procedure.

Doctor demonstrating prostate anatomy for potential radiotherapy complications

Radiotherapy for Prostate Cancer: Patient Candidacy & Potential Complications

Urologists commonly utilize radiotherapy in the treatment of prostate cancer, but like most treatment modalities, it is not without its complications. Learn more about specific complications and the role of patient-specific and prostate-specific factors in determining candidacy for treatment.

Male patient undergoing external radiation therapy

External vs Internal Radiation Therapy in Prostate Cancer: Patient Selection & Procedure Best Practices

Internal radiation therapy and external radiation therapy are often used by Urologists in the treatment of prostate cancer. Understanding the differences between the two forms of radiation is pertinent for deciding the patient's treatment plan.

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