Comparison of silicone versus polyurethane ureteral stents: a prospective controlled study.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Approximately 80% of patients with indwelling ureteral stents experience stent related symptoms (SRS). We believe SRS can be reduced through altering the composition of ureteral stents to a less firm material. Therefore, we aim to compare modern silicone and polyurethane ureteral stents in terms of SRS intensity and safety. METHODS:From June 2018 to October 2018, patients from two distinct clinical centers were prospectively enrolled in the study and stratified (non-randomly) into either control group A, patients who received polyurethane stents (Rüsch, Teleflex), or experimental group B, patients who received silicone stents (Cook Medical). Each participant completed a survey 1 h after stent insertion, in the middle of the stent dwelling period, and before stent removal or uret

SUBMITTER: Gadzhiev N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6998278 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature