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[Lithostar Multiline. A multi-function lithotripter for ESWL and endourology: initial clinical experiences]

U Haag1, J E Gschwend, K Kleinschmidt

  • 1Urologische Klinik und Poliklinik, Universität Ulm.

Der Urologe. Ausg. A
|January 10, 1998
PubMed
Summary

The Siemens Lithostar Multiline offers effective extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for kidney and ureteral stones, achieving high disintegration rates with reduced need for analgesia and auxiliary procedures.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Medical Technology
  • Nephrology

Context:

  • Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) is a primary treatment for kidney and ureteral stones.
  • The Siemens Lithostar Multiline is a new multifunctional lithotripter replacing older models.
  • This study reports initial clinical experience with the Lithostar Multiline system.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the initial clinical experience and effectiveness of the Siemens Lithostar Multiline for ESWL.
  • To assess stone-free rates, treatment parameters, and patient comfort during ESWL with the new system.
  • To compare outcomes with previous ESWL technologies.

Summary:

  • The study involved 300 patients (204 male, 96 female) treated with the Lithostar Multiline for kidney and ureteral stones.

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  • High stone disintegration rates (95%) were achieved, with 68% requiring only one session.
  • Analgesia-free treatment was possible in over 50% of patients, and auxiliary procedures were needed in only 9.2%.

    • Impact:

    • The Lithostar Multiline demonstrates comparable effectiveness to previous ESWL systems like the Dornier HM3/4.
    • The system facilitates analgesia-free treatments and reduces the necessity for auxiliary procedures.
    • This technology represents an advancement in the management of kidney and ureteral stones via ESWL.