Prostatitis, and particulary chronic pelvic pain syndrome, is a very challenging field in urology. Large randomized placebo treatment trials are necessary for a better evaluation of the different therapeutic options. This article is a review of the evolution in prostatitis diagnostic and actual treatments.
Rising renal cell carcinoma incidence is in relationship with early diagnosis during radiological exams. Radical nephrectomy was the gold standard treatment for 30 years. Partial nephrectomy is nowadays a validated therapeutic option for renal cell carcinoma up to 7 cm with comparable oncological results associated with better life quality and survival. Partial nephrectomy is tricky and laparoscopic approach remains reserved for expert centers.
