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Semirigid Ureteroscopy for Ureteral Calculi

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Semirigid ureteroscopy (SRURS) is a common and invaluable diagnostic and therapeutic modality for the treatment of ureteral calculi. Innovations in optics and scope design have allowed for improved treatment and outcomes with SRURS. Overall, SRURS is a widely available, safe, and effective option in the management of ureteral calculous disease for the practicing urologist.

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  1. Department of Urology, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, USA

    Michael Maddox, Mary Powers & Raju Thomas

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Maddox, M., Powers, M., Thomas, R. (2015). Semirigid Ureteroscopy for Ureteral Calculi. In: Patel, S., Nakada, S. (eds) Ureteral Stone Management. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-08792-4_7

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