Safety and efficacy of ultrasound-assisted bedside ureteric stent placement A prospective, single-institution study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Previous studies have demonstrated the feasibility of bedside placement of ureteric stents; however, they have traditionally required two skilled operators and were associated with some stent malposition especially for proximal ureteric obstruction. We sought to investigate the efficacy and safety of a modified technique for ultrasound-assisted bedside ureteric stent insertion without the presence of a skilled assist.

Methods

A single institution prospective study was performed from April-August 2023. Indications for stenting included infection, renal insufficiency, or intractable colic. Exclusion criteria included age <18 years, hemodynamic instability, and patients with history of chronic pain. Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) was used to confirm wire placemen

SUBMITTER: Chung D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11326730 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature