Retrograde Ureteroscopy for Distal Ureteral Stones Removal in Childhood

Distal ureteral stones are commonly treated by extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) as first option in adult age patients, but no agreement is achieved about the treatment in children. Efficacy and safety of ureteroscopy with ureterolithotripsy (ULT) was compared with ESWL results for distal...

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Published in:Urologia 2005-01, Vol.72 (1), p.67-70
Main Authors: De Dominicis, M., Matarazzo, E., Defidio, L., Collura, G., Caione, P.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Distal ureteral stones are commonly treated by extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) as first option in adult age patients, but no agreement is achieved about the treatment in children. Efficacy and safety of ureteroscopy with ureterolithotripsy (ULT) was compared with ESWL results for distal ureteral calculi treatment in childhood.
ISSN:0391-5603
1724-6075
DOI:10.1177/039156030507200119