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Advances and Evolving Techniques in Functional Urology

Submission Deadline: 30 June 2026 View: 489 Submit to Special Issue

Guest Editors

Dr. Lazaros Tzelves

Email: lazarostzelves@gmail.com

Affiliation: 2nd Department of Urology, Sismanoglio General Hospital, Sismanogliou 37, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 15126 Athens, Greece

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Research Interests: functional urology, robotic urology, uro-oncology, endourology, urolithiasis


Dr. Konstantinos Kapriniotis

Email: konstantinos.kapriniotis@nhs.net

Affiliation: Department of Urology, Whipps Cross Hospital, Barts Health NHS, London E11 1NR, UK

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Research Interests: functional urology, general urology, uro-oncology, endourology, urolithiasis


Summary

Functional Urology covers a wide spectrum of urological conditions in both men and women of all ages. Patients suffering from functional urological conditions commonly experience relapses and need continuous re-evaluations. Research in this field has certainly improved diagnosis, management and prognosis of these patients but more steps have to be taken to further improve clinical outcomes.

The aim and scope of the Special Issue is to highlight advances in epidemiology, diagnosis, management and prognosis of a wide spectrum of functional urological conditions affecting patients of any age and gender. Both original research and review articles summarizing knowledge of previous 10 years on interesting topics are welcomed.

Suggested themes
- Urinary incontinence (stress and urge incontinence)
- Stricture disease and management (ureteral and urethral)
- Sacral neuromodulation
- Neuro-urology
-Recurrent UTIs
- Nocturia
- Underactive bladder
- Overactive bladder syndrome
- Complications of mesh surgery
- Bladder outlet obstruction (anatomical and functional) in women
- Urodynamics
- Robotic surgery in functional urology
- Pelvic floor physiotherapy
- Colposuspension
- Voiding dysfunction
- Bladder augmentation/ reconstruction
- PTNS
- Urinary fistulae and diverticula surgery
- Autologous slings
- Artificial urinary sphincter


Keywords

functional urology, neuro-urology, urethral strictures, ureteral strictures, cystoplasty, incontinence

Published Papers


  • Open Access

    REVIEW

    Ketamine uropathy: an update on pathophysiology, complications, and treatment options

    Derrick Tsang, Ioannis Loufopoulos, Konstantinos Kapriniotis, Hannah Danbury, Ioannis Manolitsis, Stamatios Katsimperis, Senol Tonyali, Patrick Juliebø-Jones, Lazaros Tzelves, Neha Sihra, James Green
    Canadian Journal of Urology, DOI:10.32604/cju.2026.075625
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Advances and Evolving Techniques in Functional Urology)
    Abstract Ketamine is a potent anaesthetic drug that has been used for decades. Ketamine abuse is an increasingly common problem, particularly among young people. Over one quarter of ketamine users will have at least one bothersome urological symptom, with heavier and longer use leading to potentially irreversible damage to the lower and upper urinary tract. Hence, this study carried out a narrative review focusing on ketamine-induced uropathy pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and treatment options. It was found that ketamine uropathy is an inflammatory condition affecting predominantly the bladder but also the upper urinary tracts. A hypersensitivity reaction… More >

  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    Clinical and urodynamic indicators of non-response to OnabotulinumtoxinA in idiopathic overactive bladder

    Samer Shamout, Hani Kabbara, Claudia Covarrubias, Jacques Corcos, Lysanne Campeau
    Canadian Journal of Urology, DOI:10.32604/cju.2026.073432
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Advances and Evolving Techniques in Functional Urology)
    Abstract Background: Onabotulinum toxin-A (BoNT/A) intradetrusor injection is an established, effective, and safe treatment for overactive bladder (OAB) refractory to anticholinergics. Although primary non-response to BoNT/A is infrequent, it remains clinically relevant. We investigated whether baseline clinical, demographic, or urodynamic characteristics could predict non-responders prior to treatment. Methods: A Retrospective analysis of 65 consecutive refractory idiopathic OAB (I-OAB) male and female patients treated with 100 U BoNT/A at Jewish General Hospital between 2005 and 2015 was conducted. Response defined as >30% increase in maximum cystometric bladder capacity (MCBC) at 12 weeks, confirmed clinically and through urodynamic… More >

  • Open Access

    HypnoVR® in minimally invasive surgical techniques (MISTs) for lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS): a safe, sedation-reducing tool improving patient experience

    Alberto Olivero, Sofia Giudici, Alberto Caviglia, Erika Palagonia, Marco Nizzardo, Alberto Quistini, Andrea Grasso, Ofir Maltzman, Marco Colombo, Stefano Tappero, Elio Mazzone, Paolo Dell’Oglio, Aldo Massimo Bocciardi, Antonio Galfano, Silvia Secco
    Canadian Journal of Urology, DOI:10.32604/cju.2026.076804
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Advances and Evolving Techniques in Functional Urology)
    Abstract Background: Minimally invasive surgical techniques (MISTs) are becoming an increasingly popular outpatient treatment option for lower urinary tract symptoms. Although generally well-tolerated, MISTs may cause periprocedural discomfort. Virtual reality devices (VRDs) have been shown to reduce patient-reported pain during several procedures. This study aims to evaluate whether the use of VRD during MISTs could improve perioperative endovenous sedation needs of a VRD during MISTs in a case-control design. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed patient data from MISTs performed between January 2024 and July 2025 at a single referral center (ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Milan, Italy).… More >

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