Effectiveness of Flexible Ureterorenoscopy Versus Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy for Renal Calculi of 5–15 mm: Results of a Randomized Controlled Trial
Background: Primary flexible ureterorenoscopy (URS) and extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) are treatment options in patients with renal calculi of 5–15 mm. Objective: To compare effectiveness, complication rates, and pain scores between primary URS and SWL. Design, setting, and participants...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2021-03-01
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Series: | European Urology Open Science |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S266616832100001X |