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Novel Electromagnetic Lithotriptor for Upper Tract Stones With and Without a Ureteral Stent
The Journal of Urology, 09/21/09

Seitz C et al. – A high success rate and a low complication rate were achieved in renal and ureteral stone cases with and without prior ureteral stent placement. Total energy needed to achieve a stone–free state did not differ between stented and nonstented ureteral cases, suggesting the absence of a significant influence of the stent. Overall stents decreased complications necessitating hospitalization and auxiliary invasive measures.

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Ureteral Metal Stents: 10-Year Experience With Malignant Ureteral Obstruction Treatment
The Journal of Urology, 11/18/09 Relevance Score: 70%

Symptoms Related to Ureteral Stents in Renal Transplants Compared with Stents Placed for Other Indications
Journal of Endourology, 10/23/09 Relevance Score: 70%

Evaluation of Symptoms and Patients Comfort for JJ-ureteral Stents With and Without Antireflux-membrane Valve
Urology, 10/21/09 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%

Degradable and drug-eluting stents: Mixed results
Urology Times, 11/04/09 Relevance Score: 68%