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Kovačević Prstojević J, Hasanbegović M, Alić J, Mišanović V, Lujinović A, Metović A, Krupić F, Miličić Pokrajac D, Hadžimuratović A, Zečević Pašić L. Evaluation of Inflammatory Parameters Following Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) and Ureteroscopy for the Treatment of Proximal Ureteral Stones. Cureus 2024; 16:e51882. [PMID: 38327930 PMCID: PMC10849768 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.51882] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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Introduction Inflammation can arise as a consequence of both extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) and ureteroscopy (URS) treatments. Alterations in inflammatory parameters may serve as indicators of kidney injuries and the ensuing inflammation. This study aims to investigate the effects of ESWL and URS procedures on inflammatory parameters for proximal ureteral stone treatment. Materials and methods A prospective interventional study comprised 120 patients with confirmed stones measuring less than 10 mm in the upper half of the proximal ureter. These patients were randomly assigned to either the ESWL or URS treatment groups. Laboratory analyses encompassed interleukin-6 (IL-6), leukocyte count, fibrinogen levels, and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), which were assessed prior to the intervention, on the first postoperative day, and six months later. IL-6 levels in the serum were determined using a chemiluminescence immunoassay (CLIA). Results There was no significant difference in IL-6 levels between pre-intervention and the first post-intervention day in patients treated with ESWL (1.8 (1.4-2.59) pg/mL vs. 2.33 (1.22-3.19) pg/mL). However, for patients treated with URS, the pre-intervention IL-6 value was 2.9 (1.9-3.34) pg/mL, and it increased significantly to 7.1 (3.85-28.07) pg/mL on the first post-intervention day (p<0.001). On the first post-intervention day, levels of IL-6, CRP, leukocyte count, and ESR were significantly higher in patients treated with URS compared to ESWL (p<0.001; p<0.001; p=0.03; p=0.03, respectively). Conclusion Our research findings suggest that monitoring IL-6 levels can offer valuable insights into the degree of inflammation and tissue damage during and following observed procedures, particularly among patients undergoing URS, even within the initial days post-procedure.
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- Urology, Clinical Center University of Sarajevo, Sarajevo, BIH
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- Pediatric Critical Care, Clinical Center University of Sarajevo, Sarajevo, BIH
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- Human Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine University of Sarajevo, Sarajevo, BIH
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- Biology and Human Genetics, Faculty of Medicine University of Sarajevo, Sarajevo, BIH
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- Anesthesiology, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, SWE
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- Clinical Biochemistry and Immunology, Clinical Center University of Sarajevo, Sarajevo, BIH
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Lasota A, Wasilewska A, Rybi-Szumińska A. Current Status of Protein Biomarkers in Urolithiasis-A Review of the Recent Literature. J Clin Med 2023; 12:7135. [PMID: 38002747 PMCID: PMC10671847 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12227135] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 10/27/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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Urolithiasis is an increasingly common clinical problem worldwide. The formation of stones is a combination of metabolic status, environmental factors, family history and many other aspects. It is important to find new ways to quickly detect and assess urolithiasis because it causes sudden, severe pain and often comes back. One way to do this is by exploring new biomarkers. Current advances in proteomic studies provide a great opportunity for breakthroughs in this field. This study focuses on protein biomarkers and their connection to kidney damage and inflammation during urolithiasis.
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- Aleksandra Lasota
- Department of Pediatrics and Nephrology, Medical University of Bialystok, Waszyngtona 17, 15-297 Bialystok, Poland; (A.W.); (A.R.-S.)
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Kolupayev SM, Lisova MA, Cherniak MY, Bielievtsova IS. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PRINCIPLE OF PARTICIPATION IN CHOOSING A TREATMENT METHOD FOR PATIENTS WITH UROLITHIASIS. BULLETIN OF PROBLEMS BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE 2023. [DOI: 10.29254/2077-4214-2022-4-167-263-268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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Snyper NYF, Pike J, Ekwueme K, Shergill I, Hughes SF. Selective biomarkers for inflammation and infection are associated with post-operative complications following transperineal template prostate biopsy (TTPB): a single-centre observational clinical pilot-study. Eur J Med Res 2022; 27:187. [PMID: 36154663 PMCID: PMC9511755 DOI: 10.1186/s40001-022-00807-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2022] [Accepted: 09/03/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background Prostate cancer (PCa) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) are the most common prostate disorders in the UK, which cause considerable ill health in older men. Transperineal template prostate biopsy (TTPB) has emerged as a reliable procedure for the histopathological diagnosis of PCa and BPH due to its higher cancer detection rates. Although antiseptic preparation and antibiotic prophylaxis are used to ensure safety in patients undergoing surgical intervention, post-operative complications, such as infection and bleeding are still unavoidable, resulting in re-admissions, with resource implications. Currently, there is no biomarker profile to predict outcomes or monitor patients during the post-operative course. The main aim of this single-centre observational clinical pilot-study was to investigate the role of inflammatory and infection biomarkers following TTPB and their association with post-operative complications. Methods Forty-five patients scheduled for elective TTPB were recruited after informed consent at the Wrexham Maelor and Glan Clwyd Hospitals, North Wales, UK (n = 45). Prior to surgery, venous blood samples were collected at baseline and subsequently at 30, 120, and 240 min post-operatively. Urine samples were collected before and 120 min after the procedure. Serum procalcitonin (PCT), serum ferritin, and urine B2MG analysis were done using enzyme-linked fluorescent assay (ELFA) and the magnetic Luminex® multiplex performance assay was used to analyse IL-6, IL-8, IL-10 and TNF-α plasma concentrations. Data on clinical outcomes were collected from patients’ medical records. Results Following TTPB, significant (p ≤ 0.05) increases were observed in uB2MG, IL-6, IL-8, IL-10 and TNF-α. Significant decreases were observed in ferritin (p ≤ 0.05). No significant change was observed in PCT concentration (p ≥ 0.05). One patient developed an infection and severe haematuria post-operatively following TTPB. Conclusion Although not confirmative, changes seen in biomarkers such as uB2MG, IL-10 and TNF-α in our observational clinical pilot-study may warrant further investigation, involving larger cohorts, to fully understand the role of these biomarkers and their potential association with post-operative complications such as infection and bleeding which can develop following TTPB for the diagnosis of PCa and BPH.
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- Nana Yaa Frempomaa Snyper
- North Wales & Northwest Urological Research Centre, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Wrexham, Wales, UK.,Maelor Academic Unit of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Wrexham, Wales, UK.,Faculty of Social and Life Sciences, Wrexham Glyndwr University, Wrexham, Wales, UK.,Pathology Division, 37 Military Hospital, Accra, Ghana
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- Faculty of Social and Life Sciences, Wrexham Glyndwr University, Wrexham, Wales, UK
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- Maelor Academic Unit of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Wrexham, Wales, UK.,Faculty of Social and Life Sciences, Wrexham Glyndwr University, Wrexham, Wales, UK.,Department of Urology, BCUHB Glan Clwyd Hospital, Rhyl, Wales, UK
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- North Wales & Northwest Urological Research Centre, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Wrexham, Wales, UK.,Maelor Academic Unit of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Wrexham, Wales, UK.,Faculty of Social and Life Sciences, Wrexham Glyndwr University, Wrexham, Wales, UK.,Department of Urology, BCUHB Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Wrexham, Wales, UK
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- North Wales & Northwest Urological Research Centre, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Wrexham, Wales, UK. .,Maelor Academic Unit of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Wrexham, Wales, UK. .,Faculty of Social and Life Sciences, Wrexham Glyndwr University, Wrexham, Wales, UK.
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