New technologies and development trends in flexible ureteroscopy

doi:10.3877/cma.j.issn.1674-3253.2025.06.003

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Abstract:

Flexible ureteroscopy is one of the primary methods for treating upper urinary tract stones. In recent years, with the widespread adoption of disposable ureteroscopes and the introduction of new technologies such as tip-bendable and suction sheaths, the indications for ureteroscopy have expanded. Complications have significantly reduced, and the stone-free rate has noticeably improved. With the continuous development of artificial intelligence and robot-assisted technology, in the future, f-URS is expected to further change the treatment strategies for urinary tract stones.

Key words: Flexible ureteroscope, Laser, Lithotripsy, Robotics

Wei Zhu, Guohua Zeng. New technologies and development trends in flexible ureteroscopy[J]. Chinese Journal of Endourology(Electronic Edition), 2025, 19(06): 700-704.

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