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[Mobile extracorporeal piezoelectric lithotripsy (EPL)--suitable for which stones?]
1Urologische Abteilung, Kantonsspital Münsterlingen.
Helvetica Chirurgica Acta
|November 1, 1990
Summary
Extracorporeal piezoelectric shock wave lithotripsy is effective, but large stones may require alternative treatments like percutaneous litholapaxy or Dornier lithotripsy for optimal stone removal.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Medical Devices
- Nephrology
Context:
- Experience with the mobile Wolf Piezolith 2300 lithotriptor.
- Limited availability of the mobile unit influences treatment indications.
Purpose:
- To report initial patient outcomes using the mobile Wolf Piezolith 2300.
- To provide recommendations on appropriate stone management based on lithotriptor availability.
Summary:
- Forty-two patients were treated with extracorporeal piezoelectric shock wave lithotripsy.
- The study suggests that large stones are better managed with percutaneous litholapaxy or Dornier lithotripsy.
- Mobile lithotriptor availability impacts treatment decisions for kidney stones.
Impact:
- Informs clinical practice regarding the selection of lithotripsy methods.
- Highlights the importance of considering stone size and available technology for effective treatment.
- Contributes to the understanding of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy applications.