A neural network-based algorithm for predicting the spontaneous passage of ureteral stones
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DOI: 10.1007/s00240-019-01167-5
Abstract: In this study, a prototype artificial neural network model (ANN) was used to estimate the stone passage rate and to determine the effectivity of predictive factors on this rate in patients with ureteral stones. The… read more here.
Keywords: stone passage; group; rate; ureteral stones ... See more keywords
Patients’ poor performance status is an independent risk factor for urosepsis induced by kidney and ureteral stones
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DOI: 10.1007/s00240-021-01256-4
Abstract: This study was aimed to identify the risk factors for urosepsis caused by kidney and ureteral stones. One hundred and nine patients who had kidney or ureteral stones and who were treated with trans-ureteral lithotripsy… read more here.
Keywords: urosepsis; kidney ureteral; patients poor; risk factor ... See more keywords
Can ureteral wall thickness (UWT) be used as a potential parameter for decision-making in uncomplicated distal ureteral stones 5–10 mm in size? A prospective study
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DOI: 10.1007/s00345-021-03608-6
Abstract: To evaluate the correlation between ureteral wall thickness (UWT) and stone passage (SP) and its cut-off value in distal uncomplicated ureteral stones. In the prospective study from January 2019 to January 2020 at a tertiary… read more here.
Keywords: ureteral wall; stone; thickness uwt; size ... See more keywords
Ho:YAG laser versus pneumatic lithotripsy for management of pediatric ureteral stones: a prospective-comparative analysis with adults.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2019.11.006
Abstract: BACKGROUND There are limited number of studies comparing the results of Holmium:YAG laser lithotripsy (LL) and pneumatic lithotripsy (PL) for pediatric ureteral stones. OBJECTIVES To perform a comparative analysis of LL and PL in the… read more here.
Keywords: yag laser; comparative analysis; pneumatic lithotripsy; ureteral stones ... See more keywords
Ureteroscopy With Holmium:Yag Laser Lithotripsy for Ureteral Stones in Preschool Children: Analysis of the Factors Affecting the Complications and Success.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2017.09.006
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To evaluate the factors that may affect the efficacy and safety of ureteroscopy with holmium:YAG laser lithotripsy in the management of ureteral stones in preschool children. MATERIALS AND METHODS Medical records of 70 children,… read more here.
Keywords: ureteroscopy holmium; group; success; laser lithotripsy ... See more keywords
The Value of Shadowing and the Twinkling Artifact in the Diagnosis of Ureteral Stones: A Single-center Study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2019.01.021
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To determine and evaluate the value of shadowing and the twinkling artifact (TA) for the diagnosis of ureteral stones. MATERIALS AND METHODS Related ultrasound images from 117 patients with suspected ureteral stones were consecutively… read more here.
Keywords: shadowing twinkling; artifact diagnosis; twinkling artifact; diagnosis ureteral ... See more keywords
Efficacy and safety of alpha blockers in medical expulsive therapy for ureteral stones: a mixed treatment network meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials
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DOI: 10.1080/17512433.2018.1424537
Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction: Alpha blockers (AB) are the main group of drugs used for medical expulsive therapy (MET) in patients with ureteral stones. However, there is no consensus on the relative efficacy and safety of individual… read more here.
Keywords: alpha blockers; analysis; ureteral stones; network meta ... 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
The Use of Serum Procalcitonin in the Setting of Infected Ureteral Stones: A Prospective Observational Study.
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DOI: 10.1089/end.2020.0308
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Infected ureteral stones are a urologic emergency and require urgent decompression. We set out to determine if serum procalcitonin could aid in the diagnosis of infected ureteral stones. METHODS All consecutive patients presenting to… read more here.
Keywords: pct; infected ureteral; serum procalcitonin; ureteral stones ... See more keywords
Predicting Sepsis in Patients with Ureteral Stones in the Emergency Department.
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DOI: 10.1089/end.2021.0893
Abstract: BACKGROUND In the absence of overt infectious signs, clinical criteria for early intervention in patients with ureteral stones are poorly defined. We aimed to develop a model that can identify patients who are at risk… read more here.
Keywords: sepsis; ureteral stones; emergency department; sepsis patients ... See more keywords
Re: Tamsulosin as a Medical Expulsive Therapy for Ureteral Stones: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
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DOI: 10.1097/ju.0000000000000755
Abstract: To the Editor: The debate continues regarding whether a-blockers should be recommended as medical expulsive therapy in patients with symptomatic ureteral stones. Early randomized controlled trials (RCTs) supported use of a-blockers but most were limited… read more here.
Keywords: expulsive therapy; urology; review; ureteral stones ... See more keywords