Comparison of the Removal Efficiency and Safety of Magnetic Versus Conventional Ureteral Stents: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Context

The incidence of urolithiasis is increasing year by year. Ureteral stents are a popular treatment option for this condition. Efforts to improve the material and structure of stents to increase comfort and reduce complications have led to the introduction of magnetic stents.

Objective

To evaluate differences in removal efficiency and safety for magnetic and conventional stents.

Evidence acquisition

This study was conducted and reported according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA). Data were extracted according to the PRISMA principles. We collected and combined data from randomized controlled trials on magnetic versus conventional stents to evaluate the efficiency of their removal and the associated effects. Data

SUBMITTER: Cheng C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10172693 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature