Mahir Akram

Dr. Mahir Akram


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Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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16 February 2024 in Journal of Clinical Medicine
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MAMahir Akram
Mahir Akram
VJVictoria Jahrreiss
Victoria Jahrreiss
ASAndreas Skolarikos
Andreas Skolarikos
RGRobert Geraghty
Robert Geraghty
LTLazaros Tzelves
Lazaros Tzelves
BSBhaskar K Somani
Bhaskar K Somani
Background: Evidence-based guidelines are published by urological organisations for various conditions, including urolithiasis. In this paper, we provide guidance on the management of kidney stone disease (KSD) and compare the American Urological Association (AUA) and European Association of Urologists (EAU) guidelines. Methods: We evaluate and appraise the evidence and grade of recommendation provided by the AUA and EAU guidelines on urolithiasis (both surgical and medical management). Results: Both the AUA and EAU guidelines provide guidance on the type of imaging, treatment options, and medical therapies and advice on specific patient groups, such as in paediatrics and pregnancy. While the guidelines are generally aligned and based on evidence, some subtle differences exist in the recommendations, but both are generally unanimous for the majority of the principles of management. Conclusions: We recommend that the guidelines should undergo regular updates based on recently published material, and while these guidelines provide a framework, treatment plans should still be personalised, respecting patient preferences, surgical expertise, and various other individual factors, to offer the best outcome for kidney stone patients.

3 October 2024 in World Journal of Urology
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CNCarlotta NEDBAL
Carlotta NEDBAL
SYSteffi Kar Kei Yuen
Steffi Kar Kei Yuen
MAMahir Akram
Mahir Akram
EKEtienne Xavier Keller
Etienne Xavier Keller
BMBegoña Ballesta Martinez
Begoña Ballesta Martinez
BSBhaskar K Somani
Bhaskar K Somani