Innovation and new technology in ureteral stents
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https://doi.org/10.52786/isu.a.39Keywords:
Ureteral stent, stent-related symptoms, innovationAbstract
Ureteral stent insertion is a procedure performed extensively by all urologists. Nevertheless, stent-related symptoms and stent encrustation are still common complications pushing the innovation and development of novel ureteral stents. Developments are focussing on three significant aspects: material, design, and removal technique. Various materials including silicone, polymers, and metals are frequently utilized, with or without an additional coating. The use of biodegradable materials is looking promising but these is a lack of proven clinical trials in association with this in humans. The new designs focus on the reduction of stent-related symptoms through the modification of the bladder end. The new stent removal techniques with extraction strings or novel magnetic end may exclude subsequent cystoscopic procedures. Finally, utilization of a ureteral stent tracker application helps in reminding both physicians and patients to remove the stent at the appropriate time.
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