Recommendation on the use of protective eyewear in endourological laser procedures.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This work examines the current evidence available regarding the risks of eye injury in endourology laser environments with the aim of providing a consensus recommendation on the appropriate use of protective eyewear.

Methods

A working group was set up consisting of urological surgeons and laser protection advisors. A literature review was conducted to identify articles relevant to endourology practice and the commonly used lasers, and these were reviewed by the working group. Searches of the medical device fault/reporting databases were also undertaken. A consensus was developed and shared with stakeholders.

Results

No reports of eye injuries from Ho:YAG, Tm:YAG, or Thulium Fibre Lasers (TFLs) were identified, although reports of skin burns and equipment-re

SUBMITTER: Lister T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11913598 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature