Studies show that environmental factors can influence urology

SAN ANTONIO, May 3, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Abstracts presented at the annual meeting of the American Urological Association show that microplastic particles have been found in many human tissues, including testicles, that certain pesticides may be linked to prostate cancer and some drinking water in California has been linked to the incidence of bladder cancer.

Researchers will present findings from environmental and urological health studies May 3 to 6 in San Antonio, Texas. Stacy Loeb, MD, professor of Urology and Population Health at NYU Langone Health, moderated a virtual press session with the abstract authors and provided key insights into their research.

“It’s great that these studies are happening so we can get a better idea of ​​how some of these environmental factors can affect things like fertility and urological cancer risk,” said Dr. Loeb. It appears that in these cases more studies are needed to follow up on these findings at the individual level.”

The following summaries will be discussed in the moderated panel:

A recording of the panel discussion is available to all press registrants. Complete the registration form on the website to be added to the virtual programming: https://www.auanet.org/AUA2024/register/press-registration

NOTE TO REPORTERS: Presenting authors and moderators are available to discuss their findings. To arrange an interview with an expert, please contact the AUA communications team at [email protected].

About the American Urological Association: Founded in 1902 and headquartered near Baltimore, Maryland, the American Urological Association is a leading advocate for the specialty of urology and has nearly 25,000 members worldwide. The AUA is a premier urological association, providing invaluable support to the urological community in pursuit of its mission to promote the highest standards of urological care through education, research and health policy formulation.