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Five historical innovations that have shaped modern urological surgery
Ravi Patel1,2, Chaitya Desai3, Radhika Acharya4
1Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Shrewsbury and Telford Trust, The Princess Royal Hospital, Apley Castle, Telford, UK.
Abstract:
Throughout history, many innovations have contributed to the development of modern urological surgery, improving patient outcomes and expanding the range of treatment options available to patients. This article explores five key historical innovations that have shaped modern urological surgery: External shockwave lithotripsy, transurethral resection of prostate, cystoscope, perioperative prostate-specific antigen and robotic surgery. The selection of innovations for inclusion in this article was meticulously determined through expert consensus and an extensive literature review. We will review the development, impact and significance of each innovation, highlighting their contributions to the field of urological surgery and their ongoing relevance in contemporary and perioperative practice.
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