Preface vi
Acknowledgements vii
Part 1 Meet the patient
1 Assessment of the urological patient: History and examination 3
2 Assessment of the urological patient: Urinalysis_and imaging 17
Part 2 The kidneys and adrenal gland
3 The kidney: Embryology, developmental errors and cystic disease 33
4 Kidney trauma 45
5 Kidney infections and inflammation 50
6 Urinary tract calculi 58
7 Kidney neoplasms 73
8 The renal pelvis and ureter 92
9 The adrenal gland 110
Part 3 The bladder and urethra
10 The bladder: Structure, function and investigations 117
11 Bladder infections and inflammation 128
12 Disorders of bladder function 134
13 Bladder cancer 150
Part 4 The prostate gland
14 Benign disorders of the prostate gland 169
15 Prostate cancer 185
Part 5 Male genitalia
16 The urethra 209
17 The penis 228
18 The testicle 245
19 Male infertility 270
Part 6 Additional therapeutic modalities
20 Radiotherapy 281
21 Minimally invasive urology 285
Appendix A: ECOG performance status 294
Appendix B: TNM classification of malignant tumours 295
Appendix C: Response evaluation criteria in solid tumours 297
Appendix D: The Clavien-Dindo classification of surgical complications 300
Appendix E: Adverse effects of cancer treatment 302
Appendix F: Urinary catheters 303
Appendix G: Evidence_based medicine 308
Multiple choice questions 309
Answers 315
Index 321

Urology Lecture Notes contains all the essential knowledge for medical students, junior doctors and early-stage trainees involved in urology placements or urological surgery. With a strong emphasis on clinical presentation, procedures and surgery, it provides an accessible, conversational guide to all the situations likely to be encountered on the wards.Key features include: Extensive illustration to clearly demonstrate relevant procedures, conditions, and physiology Important information flagged up in key points Self-assessment MCQs to test and help consolidate knowledgeWhether you are preparing for your first urology rotation or looking for a quick reference to all aspects of the system, Urology Lecture Notes provides key support to all students, junior doctors and trainees involved in this specialty.