Worldwide variations in the knowledge and use of fluoroscopy during percutaneous nephrolithotomy-should we do better? A survey by the European Association of Urology Section for Uro-Technology and the International Alliance of Urolithiasis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aimed to investigate the level of knowledge among urologists of usage of fluoroscopy during percutaneous nephrolithotomy.

Methods

We conducted an anonymous internet-based survey addressed to the EAU Section of Uro-Technology and the International Alliance of Urolithiasis members with particular interest in the stone treatment at all levels of expertise. The final version of the questionnaire included 31 questions, evaluated the level of knowledge on X-ray utilization and exposure, and identified correlations between geographic areas, levels of seniority, surgical volumes, and awareness on radiation protection.

Results

In total, 586 respondents were included. Knowledge of fluoroscopy settings appeared low, particularly among trainees (up to 87.5% w

SUBMITTER: Durutovic O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11840322 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature