Development methodology of the novel Endoscopic Stone Treatment step 2/A (EST s2/A) training/assessment curriculum and a roadmap on developing hands on training curriculums in future: An international collaborative work by EAU sections.
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DOI: 10.1089/end.2021.0040
Abstract: BACKGROUND Basic simulation training in endourology was established with the endoscopic stone treatment step 1(EST s1), which is now recognised worldwide for training and examination. Following on from EST s1, the EST s2 was started… read more here.
Keywords: endoscopic stone; methodology; stone treatment; curriculum ... See more keywords
Lasers for stone treatment: how safe are they?
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DOI: 10.1097/mou.0000000000000706
Abstract: PURPOSE OF REVIEW To update laser lithotripsy advances in regard to new laser types and technologies as well as review contemporary laser safety concerns. RECENT FINDINGS The high prevalence of urolithiasis and the continuing miniaturization… read more here.
Keywords: stone treatment; lasers stone; laser lithotripsy; yag laser ... See more keywords
Zero‐radiation stone treatment
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DOI: 10.1111/bju.14981
Abstract: In this month’s BJUI, Armas-Phan et al. [1] report on a prospective observational trial of fluoroscopic vs ultrasound (US)-guided tract dilatation during percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL). A total of 176 patients underwent successful initial US-only guided… read more here.
Keywords: stone treatment; stone; dilatation; radiation stone ... See more keywords
Impact of Stone Localization before Emergency Ureteral Stenting on Further Stone Treatment
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DOI: 10.1159/000527085
Abstract: Introduction: Ureter stones leading to severe pain and urosepsis are usually treated by emergency primary ureteral stenting. However, this intervention can significantly change the location of the stone, potentially also changing the preferred method and/or… read more here.
Keywords: emergency ureteral; stone treatment; stone; ureteral stenting ... See more keywords
Elective symptomatic gallbladder stone treatment by EUS (with video)
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DOI: 10.4103/eus-d-22-00002
Abstract: An 83-year-old woman with Alzheimer’s disease and hypertension was addressed to our evaluation because of symptomatic GB stones. A computed tomography scan revealed the presence of multiple stones read more here.
Keywords: elective symptomatic; symptomatic gallbladder; eus video; stone treatment ... See more keywords