In:
Urological Science, Medknow, Vol. 31, No. 6 ( 2020), p. 253-257
Abstract:
The use of the flexible ureteroscope for treating renal and ureteral calculi has rapidly increased in the last decade. Although the use of the flexible ureteroscope by experienced surgeons has excellent outcomes and safety profiles, several studies have reported many surgical complications with its use. We conducted a narrative review of the published literature sourced from PubMed. We used a combination of three keywords: “ureteroscope,” “morbidity,” and “urolithiasis,” with or without the additional keywords of “infection,” “mortality,” “hematoma,” and “ureteral injury.” Infection, bleeding, and ureteral injury are the main complications. We analyzed the possible causes of morbidity and death after the use of a flexible ureteroscope. Finally, we propose recommendations to prevent these complications.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
1879-5226
DOI:
10.4103/UROS.UROS_85_20
Language:
English
Publisher:
Medknow
Publication Date:
2020
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2556801-2
