[Device for removing concrements from tubular organs]

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Medical Device Design
• Minimally Invasive Surgery

Context:

• Dormia's loop is widely used for removing stones from tubular organs like ureters.
• Existing designs have limitations, leading to organ injury and trauma.
• Nonsurgical stone removal necessitates safer, more effective devices.

Purpose:

• To introduce a novel Dormia's loop design.
• To reduce organ trauma and injury during procedures.
• To improve device reliability and service life.

Summary:

• A new Dormia's loop design has been developed.
• This improved device offers enhanced reliability and a longer service life.
• It aims to minimize trauma and injury during urinary stone removal.

Impact:

• The new design is less traumatic than existing options.
• It addresses shortcomings of current Dormia's loop devices.
• Facilitates safer and more effective nonsurgical removal of ureteral stones.