Comparative study for the treatment of lower third ureteral calculi between laser lithotripsy and other lithotripsies
Journal Title: Medpulse International Journal of Surgery - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 1
Abstract
Background and Objectives: To compare and to assess the safety and efficacy of laser lithotripsy versus other lithotripsies in the management of lower third ureteral calculi. To look for complications and clinical outcome which are specific to laser lithotripsy and other lithotripsies. Methods: The study includes 50 patients with lower third ureteral calculi. Clinical manifestations were studied. Patients with lower third ureteral calculi were treated with laser lithotripsy and pneumatic lithotripsy. Response to the above treatment modalities was noted Results: Interpretation and conclusion: for all the lower third ureteral calculi minimal invasive and non invasive procedures i.e laser lithotripsy and pneumatic lithotripsy are emerging and role of open surgery to but a very few indications
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Palla Abhishek Reddy, Sangamesh Kamthane
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