Could ureteral wall thickness have an impact on the operative and post-operative parameters in ureteroscopic management of proximal ureteral stones?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.acuro.2018.10.003
Abstract: AIM To evaluate the possible impact of stone impaction in terms of ureteral wall thickness (UWT) on the success and procedure related parameters of ureteroscopic management in proximal ureteral calculi. PATIENTS AND METHODS 82 patients… read more here.
Keywords: ureteral wall; stone; proximal ureteral; impact ... See more keywords
Semi-Rigid Ureteroscopy Should Not Be the First Option for Proximal Ureteral Stones in Children.
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DOI: 10.1089/end.2017.0925
Abstract: PURPOSE To investigate the factors that predict the success and complication rates of semi-rigid ureteroscopy (URS) in pediatric population. MATERIALS AND METHODS This is a retrospective analysis of the database including 182 patients who underwent… read more here.
Keywords: proximal ureteral; rigid ureteroscopy; ureteroscopy first; semi rigid ... See more keywords
Prospective, Randomized Comparison of Dual Lumen Versus Single Lumen Flexible Ureteroscopes in Proximal Ureteral and Renal Stone Management.
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DOI: 10.1089/end.2022.0037
Abstract: INTRODUCTION We sought to compare the safety, efficacy, efficiency and surgeon experience during upper urinary tract stone management with single-lumen versus dual-lumen flexible ureteroscopes. MATERIALS AND METHODS Seventy-nine patients with proximal ureteral or renal stone… read more here.
Keywords: flexible ureteroscopes; proximal ureteral; dual lumen; stone ... See more keywords
Comparison of ureteroscopy (URS) complementary treatment after extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy failure with primary URS lithotripsy with holmium laser treatment for proximal ureteral stones larger than10mm
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DOI: 10.1186/s12894-021-00892-7
Abstract: Background To compare ureteroscopy (URS) complementary treatment following extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) failure with primary URS lithotripsy for proximal ureteral stones > 10 mm, and try to find out acceptable number of SWL sessions followed by safe… read more here.
Keywords: proximal ureteral; treatment; group; ureteral stones ... See more keywords
Comparison of antegrade and retrograde ureterolithotripsy for proximal ureteral stones: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
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DOI: 10.21037/tau-20-1296
Abstract: Background Antegrade percutaneous ureterolithotripsy (URSL) could be a treatment option for large and/or impacted proximal ureteral stones, which are difficult to treat. To review the current approach and treatment outcomes and to compare the efficacy… read more here.
Keywords: antegrade ursl; review meta; proximal ureteral; ureteral stones ... See more keywords
Comparison of the Safety and Efficacy between Transperitoneal and Retroperitoneal Approach of Laparoscopic Ureterolithotomy for the Treatment of Large (>10mm) and Proximal Ureteral Stones: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
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DOI: 10.22037/uj.v16i7.5588
Abstract: PURPOSE We aimed to compare the safety and efficacy between laparoscopic transperitoneal ureterolithotomy (LTU) and laparoscopic retroperitoneal ureterolithotomy (LRU) in the treatment of large (>10mm) and proximal ureteral stones. MATERIALS AND METHODS Electronic databases, including… read more here.
Keywords: proximal ureteral; safety efficacy; large 10mm; rate ... See more keywords
Efficacy and Safety of Semi-rigid Ureteroscopic Lithotripsy (URS) for Proximal Ureteral Stone ≥10 mm.
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DOI: 10.29271/jcpsp.2020.10.1058
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the semi-rigid URS with pneumatic lithotripsy for the treatment of large (>10 mm) proximal ureteral calculi. STUDY DESIGN Cohort study. PLACE AND DURATION OF STUDY Section of… read more here.
Keywords: stone; lithotripsy; efficacy safety; proximal ureteral ... See more keywords
A Novel Nomogram for Predicting Post-Operative Sepsis for Patients With Solitary, Unilateral and Proximal Ureteral Stones After Treatment Using Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy or Flexible Ureteroscopy
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DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.814293
Abstract: Background The postoperative sepsis is a latent fatal complication for both flexible ureteroscopy (fURS) and percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PNL). An effective predictive model constructed by readily available clinical markers is urgently needed to reduce postoperative adverse… read more here.
Keywords: sepsis; ureteral stones; flexible ureteroscopy; proximal ureteral ... See more keywords