The Use of Laser Lithotripsy in Management of Ureteric Stones

Abstract

olmium: YAG laser lithotripsy during ureteroscopy appears to be an effective tool to disintegrate all types of ureteral stones with low complication rates. The aim of the current study was to assess the efficiency of laser lithotripsy in management of ureteric stones regarding lithotripsy time, stone clearance, need of ureteric stent and possible complications. This prospective study was conducted on 30 patients who underwent intra-corporeal Ho: YAG laser lithotripsy for management of ureteric stones during the period between February 2016 and February 2017. The study included adult patients with an exclusion of pregnancy, pediatrics and associated febrile UTI. All patients were subjected to preoperative evaluation by history and physical examination in addition to laboratory and radiological investigations. The mean age of our patients was 39.07±10.65 years (range: 18 – 59years), of whom 22 (73.3%) male and 8 (26.7%) female patients.