Future Perspectives in the Treatment of Patients With Urinary Stones

Drs Bechis and Semins discuss future developments in urinary stone management, emphasizing the potential for improved vacuum aspiration devices, combined intravenous and PCNL surgeries, and the hope for medications to dissolve stones.

EP: 1.Overview of the Incidence, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Urinary Stones

EP: 2.The Evolving Role of Ureteroscopy in the Treatment of Urinary Stones

EP: 3.Overview of Intrarenal Pressure (IRP)

EP: 4.Potential Complications Seen in Patients With Elevated IRP

EP: 5.Strategies for Reducing Risk of Elevated IRP

EP: 6.Key Treatment and Outcome Data for Patients Undergoing Therapy with Assistance of Ureteral Access Sheaths (UASs)

EP: 7.Factors for Consideration When Employing UASs In Patients With Urinary Stones

EP: 8.Methods for Continuous IRP Monitoring in Patients With Urinary Stones

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EP: 9.Future Perspectives in the Treatment of Patients With Urinary Stones

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