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The investigation of ureteral sympathetic innervation, using semi-serial sections: why does the alpha1-adrenergic receptor antagonist work well for ureteral stones
International Urology and Nephrology, 06/29/09

Ohki K et al. - Adrenergic sympathetic nerve fibers were distributed throughout the ureter. Therefore, alpha1-adrenergic receptor antagonists may act on the entire ureter, reducing its tonus. As a result, these antagonists may be useful for improving the stone-freeing rate and inhibiting pain attacks.

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Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine, 10/16/09 Relevance Score: 71%

Effectiveness of Doxazosin in Treatment of Distal Ureteral Stones in Children
The Journal of Urology, 11/16/09 Relevance Score: 70%

Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy in Impacted Upper Ureteral Stones: A Prospective Randomized Comparison Between Stented and Non-stented Techniques
Urology, 10/09/09 Relevance Score: 69%

A Randomized, Double-Blind Trial to Compare Shock Wave Frequencies of 60 and 120 Shocks per Minute for Upper Ureteral Stones
The Journal of Urology, 10/01/09 Relevance Score: 69%

Efficacy of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy for ureteral stones in children
Pediatric Surgery International, 11/02/09 Relevance Score: 68%