Comparison of efficiency and safety of two rigid ureterorenoscopes with different sizes
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2003
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Özet
Introduction: Ureterorenoscopes with different features are being produced by various companies for the treatment of ureteric stone disease. Independent and objective evaluations of efficiency and safety are needed for these equipments while purchasing. Material and Methods: Retrospective evaluation of 142 and 115 operations for ureteric stones using 11.5F and 10F rigid ureterorenoscopes respectively was done, noting stone free rates, application of intracorporeal lithotripsy, need for auxilary procedures or open surgery and complications. Efficiency coefficient (EC) was calculated for each equipment, and inter-group statistical analysis was performed. Results: The ureterorenoscope with a smaller diameter had a higher EC, lower need for auxilary procedures and open surgery. Complications showed different dispersion for each equipment and only some of them revealed statistical significance. Conclusion: We think that ureterorenoscopes with smaller diameter are more efficient and safe, but may have some unexpected complications. Although not mentioned in this article, it should be considered that knowledge, experience and habits of the surgeon are as much effective as these objective criteria on the results.
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Complication, Efficiency, Safety, Ureteral stone, Ureterorenoscopy
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Turk Uroloji Dergisi
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29
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