AUA2026 special: Dr. Albakr on a novel midurethral sling for tissue compatibility and easier sling excision in porcine models

2026 update on EAU Guidelines for Prostate Cancer

In this EAU Podcast episode, Ass. Prof. Giancarlo Marra (IT), Prof. Derya Tilki (DE) and Prof. Philip Cornford (IE) discuss the latest updates in the 2026 EAU Guidelines on Prostate Cancer. They explore changes in risk stratification, the evolving role of enzalutamide plus ADT in high-risk disease, and emerging diagnostic technologies such as micro-ultrasound and NeuroSAFE. The conversation also highlights advances in personalised treatment approaches for metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer, including BRCA and PTEN-targeted strategies. In addition, the speakers emphasise the growing importance of supportive care, bone protection, and managing long-term treatment-related side effects to improve patient outcomes. For more EAU podcasts, please go to your favourite podcast app and subscribe to our podcast channel for regular updates: Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eau-podcasts/id1564105167], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5wWPgGE7tqmwfDOJLF4mCV], EAU YouTube channel [https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCuBt1xdv2n7GPawh7lcqDRA].

AUA2026 special: Dr. Albakr on a novel midurethral sling for tissue compatibility and easier sling excision in porcine models

UROLUTS associate editor Dr. Cyrille Guillot-Tantay interviews Dr. Ahmed Albakr on the abstract he presented at AUA 2026 last month, “Evaluation of a novel midurethral sling for tissue compatibility and easier sling excision in porcine models”. Dr. Albakr elaborates on the rationale of his study, and what the findings of this study tell us about tissue incorporation. They also discuss what the significant clinical advantages could be for patients when comparing to traditional polypropylene slings. To know more on this study, read the abstract here [https://uroluts.uroweb.org/publication/evaluation-of-a-novel-midurethral-sling-for-tissue-compatibility-and-easier-sling-excision-in-porcine-models/]. For more updates on functional urology, visit UROLUTS educational platform [https://uroluts.uroweb.org/]. For more EAU podcasts, please go to your favourite podcast app and subscribe to our podcast channel for regular updates: Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eau-podcasts/id1564105167], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5wWPgGE7tqmwfDOJLF4mCV], EAU YouTube channel [https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCuBt1xdv2n7GPawh7lcqDRA].

Start smart: EU-ACME for young urologists - Revalidation & lifelong learning

In Episode 3, “Revalidation & lifelong learning” of the series “Start smart: EU-ACME for young urologists”, Prof. Marek Babjuk (CZ), Assoc. Prof. Juan Luis Vásquez (DK), Prof. Giorgio Ivan Russo (IT) and Dr. Loïc Baekelandt (BE) explore the importance of maintaining competencies in a rapidly evolving field. The speakers reflect on revalidation, future career development, and the value of adopting a lifelong learning mindset. The conversation underscores how EU-ACME helps urologists stay current while preparing for the next stages of their professional journey. For more EAU podcasts, please go to your favourite podcast app and subscribe to our podcast channel for regular updates: Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eau-podcasts/id1564105167], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5wWPgGE7tqmwfDOJLF4mCV], EAU YouTube channel [https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCuBt1xdv2n7GPawh7lcqDRA].

Earliest developments in endoscopy

EAU History Office curator Dr. Rob Schipper (NL) and historian and author Mr. Loek Keizer (NL) talk about the earliest developments in endoscopy and how they dovetail with the rise of urology as a field. Visit the EAU’s online European Museum of Urology for much more information on Bozzini and the first proto-endoscope [https://history.uroweb.org/history-of-urology/diagnosis/looking-into-the-body/bozzini-and-the-lichtleiter/] and the further development of the Desormeaux endoscope [https://history.uroweb.org/history-of-urology/diagnosis/looking-into-the-body/desormeauxs-endoscope/]. Also mentioned in the conversation: the Josephinum [https://www.josephinum.ac.at/en/] in Vienna, Austria.  Check out the EAU’s historical publications [https://shop.uroweb.org/collections/books?page=1]. EAU:50 is free while stocks last! For more EAU podcasts, please go to your favourite podcast app and subscribe to our podcast channel for regular updates: Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eau-podcasts/id1564105167], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5wWPgGE7tqmwfDOJLF4mCV], EAU YouTube channel [https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCuBt1xdv2n7GPawh7lcqDRA].

EAUN edition: Report of the first hands-on training in erectile dysfunction for nurses

This EAUN episode features an interview with the faculty of the hands-on training on erectile dysfunction. Jeannette Verkerk-Geelhoed (NL), MSc, PhD candidate and CNS at St. Antonius Hospital, specialising in male sexual health including erectile dysfunction and Peyronie’s disease, is joined by Phil Reynolds (GB), MSc, BSc, HNC, radiographer at Clatterbridge Cancer Centre with a holistic focus on prostate cancer care, and Mariet Lenaers (BE), MSc, BN, prosthetic nurse at Virga Jesse Hospital, specialising in counselling patients undergoing prosthetic treatment. Together, they reflect on the EAUN26 hands-on training session, focusing on the impact of sexual dysfunction in men and what it means for patients and their partners. The discussion highlights both the physical and psychological aspects of erectile dysfunction, as well as the importance of communication and patient education. The faculty also review current treatment options, including oral medication, vacuum devices, intracavernosal injections, and, as a final option, penile prosthesis. For more EAU podcasts, please go to your favourite podcast app and subscribe to our podcast channel for regular updates: Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eau-podcasts/id1564105167], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5wWPgGE7tqmwfDOJLF4mCV], EAU YouTube channel [https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCuBt1xdv2n7GPawh7lcqDRA].