Efficacy of silodosin on the outcome of semi-rigid ureteroscopy for the management of large distal ureteric stones: blinded randomised trial
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DOI: 10.1016/j.aju.2018.07.002
Abstract: Abstract Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of silodosin therapy, as a new α-adrenergic receptor (α-AR) blocker, on the success rate of semi-rigid ureteroscopy (URS) for the management of large distal ureteric stones. Patients and methods:… read more here.
Keywords: ureteric stones; group; large distal; management large ... See more keywords
Prevention of stone retropulsion during ureteroscopy: Limitations in resources invites revival of old techniques
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DOI: 10.1080/2090598x.2020.1805966
Abstract: ABSTRACT Objective To compare a modified technique using the Dormia basket vs Stone Cone for stone entrapment to avoid proximal stone migration during ureteroscopic pneumatic lithotripsy of ureteric stones. Patients and methods Our study included… read more here.
Keywords: basket; stone retropulsion; stone; ureteric stones ... See more keywords
Preoperative alpha-blockers for ureteroscopy for ureteric stones: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
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DOI: 10.1089/end.2019.0520
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Preoperative alpha-blockers have been proposed to improve intraoperative outcomes and patient stone-free status following ureteroscopy for ureteric stones. MATERIALS AND METHODS We searched 6 databases including Medline, Embase, and Web of Science for randomized… read more here.
Keywords: alpha blockers; preoperative alpha; ureteric stones; randomized controlled ... See more keywords
α‐blockers as medical expulsive therapy for ureteric stones: a Cochrane systematic review
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DOI: 10.1111/bju.14454
Abstract: To assess the effects of α‐blockers compared to standard therapy or placebo for ureteric stones of ≤10 mm confirmed by imaging in adult patients presenting with symptoms of ureteric stone disease. read more here.
Keywords: medical expulsive; ureteric stones; expulsive therapy; therapy ureteric ... See more keywords
NICE Guideline – Renal and ureteric stones: assessment and management
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DOI: 10.1111/bju.14654
Abstract: Making decisions using NICE guidelines (http://www. nice.org.uk/about/what-we-do/our-programmes/niceguidance/nice-guidelines/using-NICE-guidelines-tomake-decisions) explains how we use words to show the strength (or certainty) of our recommendations, and has information about prescribing medicines (including off-label use), professional guidelines, standards and laws… read more here.
Keywords: ureteric stones; nice guidelines; stones assessment; renal ureteric ... See more keywords
Acute extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy for ureteric stones – 7‐years’ experience from a busy district general hospital
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DOI: 10.1111/bju.15820
Abstract: To demonstrate the efficacy and cost‐effectiveness of acute extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL) for ureteric stones we present our experience of ESWL in 530 ureteric stone cases, in the largest UK series we are aware of… read more here.
Keywords: ureteric stones; acute extracorporeal; extracorporeal shockwave; shockwave lithotripsy ... See more keywords
Impact of COVID‐19 on the management and outcomes of ureteric stones in the UK: a multicentre retrospective study
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DOI: 10.1111/bju.15882
Abstract: To determine if management of ureteric stones in the UK changed during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) pandemic and whether this affected patient outcomes. read more here.
Keywords: ureteric stones; impact covid; covid management; management outcomes ... See more keywords
Endoscopic Management of Upper and Lower Ureteric Stones Using Pneumatic Lithotripter: A Retrospective Medical Records Review
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DOI: 10.2147/rru.s392881
Abstract: Background In this study we aimed to assess and compare the rate of sem-irigid ureterorenoscope in the treatment of upper and lower ureter stones through pneumatic lithotripsy (PL). Materials and Methods Ninety-two patients with a… read more here.
Keywords: ureteric stones; success; ureter stones; stone ... See more keywords
Minimally invasive surgery for pediatric renal and ureteric stones: A therapeutic update
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DOI: 10.3389/fped.2022.902573
Abstract: The incidence of pediatric urolithiasis (PU) is growing worldwide. The corresponding therapeutic methods have become a research hot spot in pediatric urology. PU has the characteristics of abnormal metabolism, easy recurrence, and immature urinary system… read more here.
Keywords: ureteric stones; pediatric renal; renal ureteric; surgery ... See more keywords
Efficacy Of Alpha-Adrenergic Receptor Antagonists In The Treatment Of Distal Ureteric Stones: A Paediatric Study.
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DOI: 10.55519/jamc-04-10379
Abstract: BACKGROUND European association of urology (EAU) recommended α- blockers for managing distal ureteric stones in the paediatric population. This paper will help to understand the efficacy of Silodosin as a medical expulsive agent for distal… read more here.
Keywords: ureteric stones; stones paediatric; efficacy; stone ... See more keywords
Review: -blockers increase passage of ureteric stones without increasing serious adverse events
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DOI: 10.7326/acpjc-2017-166-6-033
Abstract: Question In patients with ureteric stones, what are the efficacy and safety of -blockers? Review scope Included studies compared -blockers with placebo or control in patients with ureteric stones. Studies in which -blockers were adjuvant… read more here.
Keywords: ureteric stones; stone; serious adverse; review ... See more keywords