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[Ureterorenoscopy with a flexible instrument].

M Zanin, L Ruggera, P Beltrami

|November 19, 2010

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Flexible ureterorenoscopy (FURS) is recommended for diagnosing and treating urinary stones, offering safe exploration of the entire upper urinary tract. Despite a learning curve and instrument fragility, FURS effectively manages complex kidney stone cases.

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Published on: November 22, 2019

Area of Science:

Urology
Endourology
Nephrology

Context:

Urinary stone management
Urological Centers
Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy

Purpose:

To advocate for the routine use of flexible ureterorenoscopy (FURS) in managing urinary stones.
To highlight the diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities of FURS in exploring the upper urinary tract.
To discuss the advantages and limitations of FURS in treating complex renal calculi.

Summary:

Flexible ureterorenoscopy enables comprehensive exploration and treatment of the entire upper urinary tract.
This technique is particularly effective for challenging kidney stone locations, including lower calices and horseshoe kidneys.
Ancillary instrumentation, such as baskets and holmium laser fibers, enhances the therapeutic potential of FURS.

Impact:

FURS facilitates successful treatment of difficult-to-reach renal caliceal calculi.
The widespread availability of ancillary tools supports the growing therapeutic applications of FURS.
Surgeons must consider the steep learning curve and potential instrument fragility associated with FURS.