EAU Podcasts

In this episode, UROLUTS associate editor Ms. Neha Sihra (GB) interviews Dr. Yasmin Heiniger (CH) about the abstract “Multi-institutional outcomes of robot-assisted simple prostatectomy: a retrospective study by the ERUS scientific reconstructive working group”, which she presented at AUA2026. They discuss the different surgical techniques evaluated in this study and the results, including complic...

In this episode, UROONCO RCC chief editor Dr. Carmen Mir talks to Assoc. Prof. Pedro Barata from Case Western Reserve University, Ohio (US). They discuss the results of the ctDNA analysis in participants with renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treated with adjuvant pembrolizumab or placebo in the KEYNOTE-564 trial and the potential impact of these results for clinical practice.  Read the abstract of this...

In this EAU Podcast episode, Dr. Francesco Del Giudice (IT), Prof. Antoine van der Heijden (NL), Prof. Richard Cathomas (CH) and Dr. Laura Mertens (NL) discuss the latest updates in the 2026 EAU Guidelines on muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC) . They explore major changes in perioperative treatment strategies, including the introduction of immunotherapy-based combination treatments and evolving...

In this EAU Podcast episode, Ms. Neha Sihra (GB) and Prof. Thomas M. Kessler (CH) discuss the latest updates in the 2026 EAU Guidelines on neuro-urology . They explore the growing importance of patient perspectives and shared decision-making in managing neuro-urological conditions, as well as ongoing discussions around single-use versus reusable catheters. The speakers also address challenges in d...

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...

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 sig...

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...

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 and the further development of the Desormeaux endoscope . Also mentioned in the...

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...

In Episode 5, “ AI in surgical navigation ” of the series “ AI in urology: From principles to practice ” , Dr. Enrico Checcucci (IT) and Dr. Pieter De Backer (BE) discuss how artificial intelligence is changing the way urological surgery is planned and performed. The episode explores how AI can assist with analysing CT and MRI imaging, automatically segment anatomical structures, and create patien...

In this episode, UROONCO BCa chief editor Dr. Benjamin Pradere interviews Dr. Trinity Bivalacqua on the first results from CORE-008 Cohort CX- phase 2 study of intravesical cretostimogene grenadenorepvec with gemcitabine in patients with high-risk BCG-exposed or BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer.  They talk in detail of the rational and results of this cohort, and the role of cre...

In Episode 4, “ Large language models in urology ” of the series “ AI in urology: From principles to practice ” , Assoc. Prof. Giovanni Cacciamani (US) and Dr. Pieter De Backer (BE) discuss the current and future role of large language models in urology. The conversation explores how large language models tools can assist with clinical documentation, education, research and communication with pati...

In Episode 3 , “ AI policy in urology ” of the series “ AI in urology: From principles to practice ” , Sarah Collen (BE) and Dr. Karl Kowalewski (DE) discuss the critical role of policy and regulation in the development and use of artificial intelligence in urology. The conversation highlights why governance frameworks are essential to ensure patient safety, transparency and accountability. The sp...

In Episode 2 , “ AI in urology education ” of the series “ AI in urology: From principles to practice ”, Prof. Bhaskar Somani (UK) and Dr. Pieter De Backer (BE) discuss the growing role of artificial intelligence in urological training and education. The conversation focuses on how AI can support busy clinicians by improving efficiency, saving time, and enhancing access to educational resources. T...

In Episode 1 , “ Explainable AI in urology ” of the series “ AI in urology: From principles to practice ” , Dr. Titus Brinker (DE) and Dr. Karl Kowalewski (DE) discuss the importance of transparency and trust in the use of artificial intelligence in healthcare. The conversation focuses on explainable AI and why it is important for clinicians to understand how algorithms arrive at their recommendat...

In this EAU Podcast episode, Dr. Paolo Capogrosso (IT) and Dr. Marij Dinkelman-Smit (NL) discuss “ EAU guidelines updates on Sexual & Reproductive Health ”. The episode highlights the latest updates across key sections of the guidelines, including hypogonadism, penile curvature, priapism, and ejaculation disorders. Key changes include the removal of ineffective treatments, updates to conservat...

In this EAU Podcast episode, Prof. Jean-Nicolas Cornu (FR) and Prof. Hashim Hashim (UK) discuss “ EAU guidelines updates on Non-neurogenic Male LUTS ”.  The episode highlights the latest updates to the EAU Guidelines on non-neurogenic male lower urinary tract symptoms, with a focus on a broader, symptom-based approach to diagnosis and management. Key developments include updated guidance on urodyn...

In Episode 2 , “ Becoming a member & using EU-ACME ” 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) provide practical guidance on joining the programme and making effective use of its tools. The speakers discuss how EU-ACME supports career progression, helps t...

In this Journal Club edition of the EAU Podcast, moderator Prof. Thomas Tailly (BE) leads an in-depth conversation with guideline panel members Prof. Andreas Skolarikos (GR), Ass. Prof. Christopher Netsch (DE) and Prof. Otas Durutovic (RS), exploring how the EAU Guidelines on Urolithiasis are actually created, reviewed, and updated each year. The speakers walk listeners through the methodology and...

Recorded live at EAU26 in London , this special episode features a live recording of GU Cast, bringing a dynamic and interactive format to the congress stage. Hosted by Prof. Declan Murphy (AU) and Prof. Renu Eapen (AU), the session brings together expert guests to discuss updates in prostate cancer guidelines, recent evidence, and key developments in urology. With contributions from the audience...

Recorded live at EAU26 in London , this special podcast episode features Prof. Brian Rini (US) and Prof. Tom Powles (GB) hosting an interactive UROmigos discussion with experts from the audience. The session explores evolving treatment strategies and key debates in bladder and kidney cancer, highlighting emerging evidence and its potential impact on clinical decision-making. For more EAU podcasts,...

In this episode, UROONCO RCC chief editor Dr. Carmen Mir talks to Prof. Jose Karam on the results of the LITESPARK-022 study: Adjuvant pembrolizumab plus belzutifan versus pembrolizumab for clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC): The randomised phase 3 LITESPARK-022 study. The LITESPARK-022 study will be also presented and discussed at the upcoming EAU26 on Saturday 14th March in the Game Changer...

Prostate surgery in the United Kingdom was the domain of general surgeons for a relatively long time, discover why in this podcast. On the other hand, the UK has been leading the professionalisation and organisation of urological nurses. Both topics (and more) are the major topics at this year’s Historical Exhibition, part of the EAU Square (V14) in the EAU26 Exhibition. Author and historian Mr. L...

In this episode, UROONCO BCa chief editor Dr Benjamin Pradere (France) sits down with Matthew Galsky, Professor of Medicine at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (New York, USA), to discuss the newly published results of the KEYNOTE-B15 trial. This marks a truly pivotal moment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer. The presentation of KEYNOTE-B15 represents one of the most practice-changing adva...

In this Journal Club edition of the EAU Podcast, Prof. Thomas Tailly leads a focused discussion on the recently completed APPEAL trial, a multicentre randomised controlled study evaluating whether routine antibiotic prophylaxis is necessary for patients undergoing extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL). The distinguished panel - Prof. Kari Tikkinen, Prof. Zafer Tandogdu, Dr. Daron Smith, and...