How to evaluate a flexible ureterorenoscope? Systematic mapping of existing evaluation methods.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The objective of this study was to identify, map and review scope-related and user-related parameters used to evaluate the quality of flexible ureterorenoscopes. Thereby identifying key items and variability in grading systems.

Methods

A literature search of four databases (MEDLINE [Ovid], EMBASE [Ovid], Web of Science, Google scholar and the Cochrane Library) was performed according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines encompassing articles published up to August 2020. A total of 2386 articles were screened.

Results

A total of 48 articles were included in this systematic scoping review. All studies had a prospective design. Five key items in the assessment of flexible ureterorenoscopy were distinguished: 'Man

SUBMITTER: Hendriks N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8519042 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature