Author:
Emiliani E.,Kanashiro A. K.,Girón-Nanne I.,Angerri-Feu O.
Abstract
AbstractUreteric stents are one of the most used tools in urology. As they are often necessary it is imperative to correctly indicate a stent placement, following conscious and evidence-based criteria. However, they present a significant drawback, since up to 80% of patients present bothersome symptoms that negatively affect quality of life. There are many strategies to reduce stented patient’s morbidity: First a proper stenting indication is needed to avoid unnecessary stenting; Minimizing stent indwelling time is also crucial; Currently, numerous materials are available including relatively stiff (polyurethane) to relatively soft (silicone), materials that’s seems to influence patient stent-related symptoms; Finally, choosing a proper stent length according to the patients anatomy and a correct placement may reduce further stent bothersome. All these different approaches may be implemented in daily practice to help reduce adverse effects and complications in stented patients.
Publisher
Springer International Publishing
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