Obesity linked to higher risk of kidney stones
January 18, 2010 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Obese people are more likely to develop kidney stones than normal weight individuals, but severe obesity doesn't seem to further increase risk, research in the Journal of Urology shows.
Robot prostate surgery has downsides, needs more data
January 11, 2010 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Considering having a surgeon remove your cancerous prostate using a robot? You might want to see a surgeon who has done at least 80 operations for the best results, according to the authors of a new research review.
Exercise may prevent incontinence from prostate surgery
January 7, 2010 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A healthy weight and regular exercise may help protect men from one of the most common side effects of prostate cancer surgery, a new study suggests.
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