| Literature DB >> 19949429 |
Brian H Eisner1, Michael P Kurtz, Stephen P Dretler.
Abstract
Ureteroscopy is the first-line treatment for urinary stone disease at many institutions. Techniques and indications continue to evolve. This Review covers the most current trends, controversies, and issues in ureteroscopic stone management. We present a summary of the most recent evidence regarding ureteroscopic treatment of ureteral and renal stones, current standard indications, adjunct devices and instruments used during ureteroscopy, and future directions.Entities:
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Year: 2009 PMID: 19949429 DOI: 10.1038/nrurol.2009.233
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Nat Rev Urol ISSN: 1759-4812 Impact factor: 14.432