Optimizing Stone-free Rates With Ureteroscopy

[摘要] Ureteroscopy is being increasingly utilized in the treatment and management of patients with renal and ureteral stones. Improving stone-free rates with ureteroscopy decreases the need for ancillary procedures and improves patient outcomes and satisfaction. This article reviews contemporary literature regarding the efficacy of a wide range of currently available techniques for improving stone-free rates with this procedure.

[学科分类] 基础医学

[关键词] Ureteroscopy;Upper urinary tract stones;Stone-free rate