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  • Ureteral stents are essential tools in endourologic procedures.
  • Despite their benefits, ureteral stents are associated with significant complications, including urinary symptoms, pain, hematuria, reduced quality of life, infections, and encrustation.

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  • To provide an updated overview of current research and available ureteral stents.
  • To explore future perspectives in mitigating stent-related side effects and improving efficacy.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on ureteral stent technology.
  • Analysis of advancements in stent architecture, biomaterials, and coatings.
  • Discussion of emerging trends and future research directions.

Main Results:

  • Ureteral stent complications significantly impact patient well-being and treatment outcomes.
  • Ongoing research targets stent design, novel biomaterials, and advanced coatings to address these issues.
  • Several innovative approaches are being investigated to improve stent performance and patient tolerance.

Conclusions:

  • Mitigating ureteral stent complications is crucial for improving patient outcomes in urology.
  • Advancements in stent technology, including materials and design, hold promise for reducing adverse effects.
  • Continued research and development are essential for optimizing ureteral stent efficacy and patient quality of life.