Endourological techniques are used more often nowadays in the treatment of ureteric strictures of various etiologies.
Advances in technology have provided new tools to the armamentarium of the endoscopic urological surgeon. Numerous studies exist that investigate the efficiency and safety of each of the therapeutic modalities available. In this review, we attempt to demonstrate the available and contemporary evidence supporting each minimally invasive modality in the management of ureteric strictures.
Written by:
Kachrilas S, Bourdoumis A, Karaolides T, Nikitopoulou S, Papadopoulos G, Buchholz N, Masood J. Are you the author?
Endourology and Stone Services, Royal London Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK.
Reference: Ther Adv Urol. 2013 Dec;5(6):354-365.
doi: 10.1177/1756287213505671
PubMed Abstract
PMID: 24294293
UroToday.com Endourology Section