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Silicone ureteric stents offer better patient tolerance compared to other materials. Further research is recommended to fully understand the benefits of these ureteral devices.

Keywords:

biofilm encrustation stent-associated symptoms ureteral stents

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Biomaterials Science

Background:

Ureteric stents are common in urological procedures.
Patient tolerance varies significantly between different stent materials.
Optimal stent material selection impacts patient outcomes and comfort.

Purpose of the Study:

To compare the patient tolerability of silicone ureteric stents versus stents made from other materials.
To review existing literature on stent material properties and patient-reported outcomes.

Main Methods:

Systematic literature review.
Comparative analysis of studies focusing on ureteric stent materials and patient tolerance.

Main Results:

Silicone ureteric stents demonstrated superior patient tolerability in the reviewed literature.
Evidence suggests differences in inflammatory response and encrustation based on material.

Conclusions:

Silicone stents are generally better tolerated by patients undergoing ureteric stenting.
Additional research is necessary to confirm these findings and explore novel stent materials.