Ureteroscopy with Holmium: YAG Laser—A Initial Study in the Urology Department of the Pr Bocar Sidy Sall University Hospital of Kati

Introduction: Ureteroscopy is a minimally invasive endoscopic surgery which provides access to the ureter, pyelon and calyceal cavities via the urethra and the bladder. Laser ureteroscopy uses the laser as an energy source to treat the stone and eliminate it naturally. Minimally invasive endoscopic methods are struggling to become popular in sub-Saharan African countries, especially for the upper urinary tract. The objective of our work was to report the results of our first laser ureteroscopy experience in the department. Materials and Methods: This was a prospective and descriptive study running from December 1, 2023 to February 19, 2024. Included in our study was any case of upper urinary tract stone operated by Laser ureteroscopy. The characteristics of the lithiasis were determined by CT scan. Sterilization of urine was verified by carrying out a cytobacteriological examination of urine. Ureteral lithiasis was approached by semi-rigid ureteroscopy. Renal lithiasis was immediately addressed by flexible ureteroscopy. Ureteroscopy was coupled with a Holmium YAG laser. A double J ureteral catheter was placed after the operation. A 230 µm laser fiber was used in each case with a generator with a power of 35 watts (Storz Calculase III type). An access sheath was used in all cases of flexible ureteroscopy. The parameters studied were: sociodemographic characteristics, lithiasis (site, size, number, density, topography), type of anesthesia, duration of laser use, duration of intervention, postoperative outcomes. Data entry and analysis were carried out using the software (Word 2016 and SPSS). Result: We collected 30 cases of laser ureteroscopy. The average age was 37 years with extremes of 9 and 79 years. The male gender was more represented. The most common age group was 24-39 years old. Renal colic was the most frequent reason for admission, 12 patients (40%). On physical examination, lumbar tenderness was present in 47% (14 patients). ECBU was positive in 4 patients (13%). CT scan was performed in all our patients before the intervention. The average stone size was 12 mm and the largest was 23 mm. The majority of stones, i.e. 59% (18 patients), had a density greater than 1000 HU. The stone was unique in 19 patients (63%). The location of the stone was pyelic in 8 patients or 27%. An impact on the upper urinary tract was found in 16 of our patients or 53%. General anesthesia was used in 25 patients (83%). A digital flexible ureteroscopy was used in 24 patients and a semi-rigid ureteroscopy (URS) in 6 patients. Full-course fragmentation was the most used therapeutic method, 9 patients or 32%. The average duration of interventions was 61 minutes. Drainage by double J catheter at the end of the procedure was performed in all our patients. The length of hospitalization was 24 hours. Only one case of failure in the USSR was recorded, and one case of failure was in the semi-rigid URS. Conclusion: Laser ureteroscopy is an effective minimally invasive surgery in the management of lithiasis of the upper urinary tract. It significantly reduces the length of hospitalization. Mastery of this technique and the acquisition of the equipment necessary for its implementation is an undeniable asset in the management of renal and ureteral lithiasis.

A method for reducing thermal injury during the ureteroscopic holmium laser lithotripsy

Objective:Many studies have demonstrated the heat effect from the holmium laser lithotripsy can cause persistent thermal injury to the ureter.The purpose of this study was to elucidate the use of a modified ureteral catheter with appropriate firing and irrigation to reduce the thermal injury to the“ureter”during the ureteroscopic holmium laser lithotripsy in vitro.Methods:An in vitro lithotripsy was performed using a modified catheter(5 Fr)as the entrance for the irrigation and the holmium laser fiber while using the remaining space in the ureteroscopic channel as an outlet.Different laser power settings(10 W,20 W,and 30 W)with various firing times(3 s,5 s,and 10 s)and rates of irrigation(15 mL/min,20 mL/min,and 30 mL/min)were applied in the experiment.Temperature changes in the“ureter”were recorded with a thermometer during and after the lithotripsy.Results:During the lithotripsy,the local highest mean temperature was 60.3℃ and the lowest mean temperature was 26.7℃.When the power was set to 10 w,the temperature was maintained below 43℃ regardless of laser firing time or irrigation flow.Regardless of the power or firing time selected,the temperature was below 43℃ at the rate of 30 mL/min.There was a significant difference in temperature decrease when continuous 3 s drainage after continuous firing(3 s,5 s,or 10 s)compared to with not drainage(p<0.05)except for two conditions of 0.5 J×20 Hz,30 mL/min,firing 5 s,and 1.0 J×10 Hz,30 mL/min,firing 5 s.Conclusion:Our modified catheter with timely drainage reducing hot irrigation may significantly reduce the local thermal injury effect,especially along with the special interrupted-time firing setting during the simulated holmium laser procedure.

Ureteroscopic Holmium:YAG Laser Lithotripsy for Managing Ureteral Calculi (A Report of 168 Cases)

Summary: The effectiveness and safety of ureteroscopic holmium:YAG laser lithotripsy for managing ureteral calculi was evaluated. Ureteroscopic holmium:YAG laser lithotripsy was performed in 168 ureteral calculi (upper 27 cases, middle 33 cases and lower 108 cases). The results showed that the stone-free rate was 92.6 % in the upper ureteral calculi, 93.9 % in the middle ureteral calculi and 94.4 % in the lower ureteral calculi, respectively. The complication rate was 4.8 % (8 cases). It was suggested that ureteroscopic holmium:YAG laser lithotripsy is a highly effective and safe treatment modality for managing ureteral calculi.

Thulium fiber laser lithotripsy:Is it living up to the hype?

Objective:The holmium:yttrium-aluminium-garnet laser(Ho:YAG)has been the gold standard for laser lithotripsy over the last three decades.After demonstrating good in vitro efficacy,the thulium fiber laser(TFL)has been recently released in the market and the initial clinical results are encouraging.This article aims to review the main technology differences between the Ho:YAG laser and the TFL,discuss the initial clinical results with the TFL as well as the optimal settings for TFL lithotripsy.Methods:We reviewed the literature focusing on the technological aspects of the Ho:YAG laser and TFL as well as the results of in vitro and in vivo studies comparing both technologies.Results:In vitro studies show a technical superiority of TFL compared to the Ho:YAG laser and encouraging results have been demonstrated in clinical practice.However,as TFL is a new technology,limited studies are currently available,and the optimal settings for lithotripsy are not yet established.Conclusion:TFL has the potential to be an alternative to the Ho:YAG laser,but more reports are still needed to determine the optimal laser for lithotripsy of urinary tract stones when considering all parameters including effectiveness,safety,and costs.

Treatment of Special Renal Colic with Ureteroscope and Holmium YAG Laser

Objective To investigate the method of emergent relief of special renal colic and treatment of ureter diseases causing renal colic. Methods By analyzing 63 cases of special renal colic treated with ureteroscope and Holmium YAG laser. Results 61 cases of renal colic were relieved in a short period of time and the original ureter diseases causing renal colic were cured. Conclusion Special renal colic could be treated with ureteroscope and Holmium YAG laser in a quick and effective manner.

Systematic evaluation of a holmium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet laser lithotripsy device with variable pulse peak power and pulse duration

Objective:The Holmium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet(Ho:YAG)laser is the standard lithotrite for ureteroscopy.This paper is to evaluate a Ho:YAG laser with a novel effect function in vitro,which allows a real-time variation of pulse duration and pulse peak power.Methods:Two types of phantom calculi with four degrees of hardness were made for fragmentation and retropulsion experiments.Fragmentation was analysed at 5(0.5 J/10 Hz),10(1 J/10 Hz),and 20(2 J/10 Hz)W in non-floating phantom calculi,retropulsion in an ureteral model at 10(1 J/10 Hz)and 20(2 J/10 Hz)W using floating phantom calculi.The effect function was set to 25%,50%,75%,and 100%of the maximum possible effect function at each power setting.Primary outcomes:fragmentation(mm^3),the distance of retropulsion(cm);
5 measurements for each trial.Results:An increase of the effect feature(25%vs.100%),i.e.,an increase of pulse peak power and decrease of pulse duration,improved Ho:YAG laser fragmentation.This effect was remarkable in soft stone composition,while there was a trend for improved fragmentation with an increase of the effect feature in hard stone composition.Retropulsion increased with increasing effect function,independently of stone composition.The major limitations of the study are the use of artificial stones and the in vitro setup.Conclusion:Changes in pulse duration and pulse peak power may lead to improved stone fragmentation,most prominently in soft stones,but also lead to increased retropulsion.This new effect function may enhance Ho:YAG laser fragmentation when maximum power output is limited or retropulsion is excluded.

Flexible ureteroscopic treatment of kidney stones: How do the new laser systems change our concepts?

Objective: Flexible ureteroscopy (fURS) has become a widely accepted and effective technique for treating kidney stones. With the development of new laser systems, the fURS approach has evolved significantly. This literature review aims to examine the current state of knowledge on fURS treatment of kidney stones, with a particular focus on the impact of the latest laser technologies on clinical outcomes and patient safety.Methods: We conducted a search of the PubMed/PMC, Web of Science Core Collection, Scopus, Embase (Ovid), and Cochrane Databases for all randomized controlled trial articles on laser lithotripsy in September 2023 without time restriction.Results: We found a total of 22 relevant pieces of literature. Holmium laser has been used for intracavitary laser lithotripsy for nearly 30 years and has become the golden standard for the treatment of urinary stones. However, the existing holmium laser cannot completely powder the stone, and the retropulsion of the stone after the laser emission and the thermal damage to the tissue have caused many problems for clinicians. The introduction of thulium fiber laser and Moses technology brings highly efficient dusting lithotripsy effect through laser innovation, limiting pulse energy and broadening pulse frequency.Conclusion: While the holmium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet laser remains the primary choice for endoscopic laser lithotripsy, recent technological advancements hint at a potential new gold standard. Parameter range, retropulsion effect, laser fiber adaptability, and overall system performance demand comprehensive attention. The ablation efficacy of high-pulse-frequency devices relies on precise targeting, which may pose practical challenges.

TREATMENT OF LUNG CANCER AT LATE STAGE BY HOLMIUM: YAG LASER-A CLINICAL SURVEY OF 4 CASES

Objective In order to investigate the effect and leasibility of Holmium: YAG laser in the treatment of lung cancer at late stage. Methods 4 cases of lung cancer at late stage were treated with Holmium: YAG laser through liber brochoscopie. ResuIts The patients received the palliative treatment for 3~7 times. Alter the treatment, the tumor tissues decreased in size, and the tracts were unobstructed. The symptoms due to tract- obstruction were improved. Conclusion Holmium: YAG laser treatment has some practical value by improving the tract obstruction of lung cancer at late stage, improving the lung function and also the lofe quality.

Use of Holmium:Yag laser in early stage oropharyngeal squamous cell cancer

AIM: To evaluate the efficacy of Holmium:Yag laser resection for oropharyngeal squamous cell cancer.METHODS: A prospectively collected case series of all patients with oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma undergoing laser resection using the Holmium:Yag laser technique only over a 15 year period at a tertiary referral centre. All patients underwent long term follow up with regular clinical and radiological surveillance, when indicated. All patients were operated on under general anaesthetic with a laser-safe endotracheal tube. Typically laser resection was performed first using an operating microscope, followed by neck dissection. The tumour was held with a Luc's forceps or Allis clamp. The Holmium:Yag laser was implemented via a fibre delivery system. The Holmium:Yag laser fibre, of 550 micron diameter, was inserted through a Zoellner sucker and attached via steri-strips to a second Zoellner suction to provide smoke evacuation. The settings were 1J/pulse, 15 Hz, 15 W in a continuous delivery modality via a foot pedal control. The procedure is simple, bloodless, effective and quick. All surgeries were performed as day cases. RESULTS: Twenty-seven oropharyngeal squamous cell cancer patients were identified, at the following subsites:23 lateral pharyngeal wall/tonsil, 2 anterior faucal and 2 tongue base. Of the 23 tonsil tumours,19 required no further treatment(83% therefore had negative histopathological margins) and 4 required chemoradiotherapy(17% were incompletely excised or had aggressive histopathological features such as discohesive, perineural spread, vascular invasion). The 2 patients with anterior faucal pillar neoplasia needed no further treatment. Both tongue base cancer cases required further treatment in the form of chemoradiotherapy(due to positive histopathological margins). Postoperatively, patients complained of pain locally, which resolved with regular analgesia. There were no postoperative haemorrhages. Swallowing and speech were normal after healing(10-14 d). There was one case of fistula when neck dissection was carried out simultaneously; this resolved with conservative management. All patients were followed up with serial imaging and clinical examination for a minimum of five years. Median follow up was 84 mo.CONCLUSION: Holmium:Yag lasers are a safe and effective treatment for Stage 1 and 2 squamous cell carcinoma of the oropharynx, excluding the tongue base.

Clinical usefulness of transpapillary removal of common bile duct stones by frequency doubled double pulse Nd:YAG laser

AIM: To study the efficacy and the safety of laser lithotripsy without direct visual control by using a balloon catheter in patients with bile duct stones that could not be extracted by standard technique. METHODS: The seventeen patients (7 male and 10 female; mean age 67.8 years) with difficult common bile duct (CBD) stones were not amenable for conventional endoscopic maneuvers such as sphincterotomy and mechanical lithotripsy were included in this study. Laser wavelengths of 532 nm and 1064 nm as a double pulse were applied with pulse energy of 120 mJ. The laser fiber was advanced under fluoroscopic control through the ERCP balloon catheter. Laser lithotripsy was continued until the fragment size seemed to be less than 10 mm. Endoscopic extraction of the stones and fragments was performed with the use of the Dormia basket and balloon catheter. RESULTS: Bile duct clearance was achieved in 15 of 17 patients (88%). The mean number of treatment sessions was 1.7 ± 0.6. Endoscopic stone removal could not be achieved in 2 patients (7%). Adverse effects were noted in three patients (hemobilia, pancreatitis, and cholangitis). CONCLUSION: The Frequency Doubled Double Pulse Nd:YAG (FREDDY) laser may be an effective and safe technique in treatment of difficult bile duct stones.

Management hepatolithiasis with operative choledochoscopic FREDDY laser lithotripsy combined with or without hepatectomy

BACKGROUND: Hepatolithiasis is very common in East Asia. It is benign in nature, but has a high recurrence rate. It is likely to lead to biliary cirrhosis and increase the risk of cholangiocarcinoma. Hence, the treatment of hepatolithiasis is difficult but vital. In this report, we present a novel approach to manage hepatolithiasis using the choledochoscopic Frequency-Doubled Double pulse Nd:YAG (FREDDY) laser lithotripsy combined with or without hepatectomy. METHODS: Between July 2009 and October 2012, 45 patients underwent choledochoscopic FREDDY laser lithotripsy combined with or without hepatectomy (laser lithotripsy group). Fortyeight patients underwent a traditional operation (traditional method group) from January 2009 to June 2009. Comparative analysis was made of demographic and clinical characteristics of the two groups. RESULTS: The final stone clearance rate of the laser lithotripsy group was 93.3%, whereas that of the traditional method group was 85.4% (P=0.22). In the laser lithotripsy group, 2 patients experienced hemobilia and 3 patients had acute cholangitis. In the traditional method group, 3 patients had intraoperative hemorrhage, 1 patient had bile leakage, 6 patients had acute cholangitis, and 1 patient died of liver failure. Moreover, the operative time in the traditional method group was significantly longer than that in the laser lithotripsy group (P=0.01). The mean hospital stay of the patients in the traditional method group was longer than that in the laser lithotripsy group (9.8 vs8.2 days, P=0.17). Recurrent intrahepatic bile duct stones were not found during the follow-up period in the two groups. CONCLUSION: Operative choledochoscopic FREDDY laser lithotripsy combined with or without hepatectomy may be an effective and safe treatment for hepatolithiasis.

Bouveret syndrome masquerading as a gastric mass-unmasked with endoscopic luminal laser lithotripsy:A case report

BACKGROUND Bouveret syndrome,also known as gallstone ileus,is a rare form of gastric outlet obstruction accounting for 1%-3%of cases.This condition is most often reported in females.The diagnosis can be challenging and is often missed due to atypical presentations,which occasionally mimic gastric outlet obstruction symptoms such as nausea,vomiting,loss of appetite and hematemesis.The symptoms vary with stone size.Larger stones are managed with a surgical approach,but this carries increased morbidity and mortality.Over the past decade,the endoscopic approach has emerged as an alternative mode of treatment,but it is generally unsuccessful in the management of larger-sized stones.A literature review revealed cases of successful endoscopic treatment requiring multiple sessions for stone sizes measuring up to about 4.5 cm.Here we present a unique case of an elderly patient with Bouveret syndrome with a 5 cm stone mimicking a gastric mass and causing gastric outlet obstruction,who was successfully managed in a single session using a complete endoscopic approach with laser lithotripsy.CASE SUMMARY An 85-year-old female patient presented with 1-month history of intermittent abdominal pain,vomiting,decreased appetite and weight loss.An abdominal computed tomography showed a 4.5 cm×4.7 cm partially calcified mass at the gastric pylorus causing gastric outlet obstruction.Endoscopy showed an ulcerated fistulous opening and a large 5 cm impacted gallstone in the duodenal bulb.Endoscopic nets and baskets were used in an attempt to remove the stone,but this approach was unsuccessful.Given her advanced age,poor physical condition and underlying comorbidities,she was deemed to be high-risk for surgery.Thus,a minimally invasive approach using endoscopic laser lithotripsy was attempted and successfully treated the stone.Post-procedure,the patient experienced complete resolution of her symptoms with no complications and was able to tolerate her diet.She was subsequently discharged home at 48 h,with an uneventful recovery.CONCLUSION In our paper we describe Bouveret syndrome and highlight its management with a novel endoscopic approach of laser lithotripsy in addition to various other endoscopic approaches available to date and its success rates.

输尿管镜钬激光碎石术治疗糖尿病肾盏结石的效果及对术后尿路炎症的影响

目的探讨输尿管镜钬激光碎石术治疗糖尿病肾盏结石的效果及对术后尿路炎症的影响。方法选取2021-01-01至2023-03-31武警北京总队医院收治的行输尿管镜钬激光碎石术治疗的肾盏结石患者124例,根据是否合并糖尿病分为A组62例(合并糖尿病)和B组62例(不合并糖尿病)。观察两组治疗指标及治疗前后血清、尿液中的炎症因子表达情况。结果两组手术时间[(75.6±8.7)min vs.(73.8±12.8)min]和结石清除率(80.6%vs.82.3%)比较,差异无统计学意义;B组住院时间(4.1±0.8)d,术中出血量(12.4±3.9)ml,显著低于A组[(6.6±1.2)d、(15.2±5.8)ml],差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。两组手术后12 h血清IL-1β、IL-6和CRP表达量显著高于手术前,且B组明显低于A组,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。两组手术后12 h尿液中IL-1β、IL-6和CRP表达量显著高于手术前,且B组显著低于A组,差异具有统计学意义(P<0.05)。结论合并有糖尿病的肾盏结石患者行输尿管镜钬激光碎石术后要积极抗炎治疗,避免影响手术结果。

改进型超声引导下针状可视肾镜(Needle perc)钬激光碎石术治疗肾下盏结石的临床评价:与输尿管软镜对比

目的比较改进型超声引导下针状可视肾镜(Needle perc)钬激光碎石术和输尿管软镜下钬激光碎石术治疗1~2 cm肾下盏结石的效果,为临床治疗方式的选择提供参考。方法回顾性分析2022年1月—2023年5月郑州市第一人民医院收治的60例肾内单发下盏结石(最大径1~2 cm)患者的临床资料,比较行输尿管软镜钬激光碎石术的30例患者(软镜组)和改进型超声引导下Needle perc钬激光碎石术的30例患者(Needle perc组)的临床资料。结果Needle perc组较软镜组的整体住院时间[(3.00±1.25)d vs.(4.00±1.25)d]、手术时间[(44.63±5.42)min vs.(48.50±7.24)min]和住院花费[(15518±441)元vs.(16872±903)元]均较少(P<0.05)。Needle perc组术后清石率高于软镜组[93.3%(28/30)vs.50.7%(15/30),P<0.001]。术后降钙素原(PCT)上升幅度低于软镜组[(0.02±0.01)vs.(0.12±0.18),P=0.007],而并发症发生率低于软镜组[3.3%(1/30)vs.26.7%(8/30),P=0.030]。结论对于1~2 cm的肾下盏单发结石,改进型超声引导下Needle perc钬激光碎石术清石率较高、并发症发生率低,安全且有效。

可控负压吸引下输尿管软镜钬激光碎石术治疗肾结石合并尿路感染的疗效分析

目的 分析肾结石且伴有尿路感染患者应用可控负压吸引下输尿管软镜钬激光碎石术治疗的临床效果。方法 80例肾结石合并尿路感染患者,将样本经随机法分为实验组和对照组,每组40例。对照组患者接受常压输尿管软镜钬激光碎石术治疗,实验组患者接受可控负压吸引下输尿管软镜钬激光碎石术治疗。比较两组患者术后住院时间、术后血尿时间、手术时间、术后结石清除率及术后感染发生情况。结果 实验组患者的术后住院时间(2.55±1.45)d、术后血尿时间(1.13±0.56)d、手术时间(42.30±4.24)min明显短于对照组的(4.00±2.35)d、(2.20±0.65)d、(63.03±6.33)min(P<0.05)。实验组患者的术后感染发生率为12.5%(5/40),相比于对照组的40.0%(16/40)低(P<0.05),手术更安全、可靠。实验组患者的术后结石清除率97.5%(39/40)显著高于对照组的82.5%(33/40)(P<0.05),术后残石率更低。结论 可控负压吸引下输尿管软镜钬激光碎石术应用于肾结石合并尿路感染治疗中,能够有效缩短住院时间及手术时间,提高术后结石清除率,降低患者术后发热发生率,安全有效。

输尿管软镜钬激光碎石术治疗输尿管上段复杂性结石后双J管附壁结石形成的原因分析

目的:分析输尿管软镜钬激光碎石术治疗输尿管上段复杂性结石后双J管附壁结石形成的原因。方法:选择2015年1月至2023年8月于首都医科大学附属北京潞河医院收治的105例输尿管上段复杂性结石患者,其中男58例,女47例,根据结石评估结果分为结石组(n=40)与非结石组(n=65)。通过随机森林算法分析患者双J管附壁结石形成的影响因素。通过单因素和多因素分析双J管附壁结石形成的独立影响因素,并构建分类树模型。结果:结石组和非结石组CT值、术中出血量、双J管留置时间、白细胞计数(WBC)、C反应蛋白(CRP)、尿酸(UA)、血钙、尿pH值、尿蛋白、尿红细胞、尿白细胞、尿结晶比较差异均有统计学意义(t/χ^(2)值分别为4.361、2.502、6.815、12.176、24.398、15.595、6.517、2.069、6.881、4.524、3.883、4.699,均P<0.05)。双J管留置时间、尿蛋白阳性、尿结晶阳性、UA为双J管附壁结石形成的独立危险因素(P<0.05)。分类树模型显示,双J管留置时间是双J管附壁结石形成的重要预测因素,收益图和索引图显示模型预测良好。结论:双J管留置时间、尿蛋白阳性、尿结晶阳性、UA为双J管附壁结石形成的独立危险因素。临床应重点关注相关因素,及时制定预防策略,以期降低双J管附壁结石的发生风险。

对比分析输尿管镜钬激光碎石与体外冲击波碎石在治疗输尿管结石中的有效性及安全性

目的对比分析输尿管镜钬激光碎石术与体外冲击波碎石术在治疗输尿管结石的疗效及安全性方面的异同。方法本研究回顾性选取2023年2月—2024年2月中国人民解放军联勤保障部队第九四三医院接受治疗的100例输尿管结石患者的临床资料。根据治疗方式的不同分为两组,每组50例。常规组接受体外冲击波碎石治疗,探究组采用输尿管镜钬激光碎石治疗。对比两组炎症因子水平、并发症发生率、治疗有效率及结石清除率。结果治疗后,探究组炎症因子水平、并发症发生率均低于常规组,差异有统计学意义(P均<0.05);治疗后,探究组治疗有效率(96.00%)及结石清除率(94.00%)均高于常规组(82.00%、80.00%),差异有统计学意义(χ^(2)=5.005、4.332,P均<0.05)。结论相较于体外冲击波碎石,输尿管镜钬激光碎石在治疗输尿管结石方面表现出更加优越的疗效和更可靠的安全性,具有较低的炎症因子水平和并发症发生率,同时提高了治疗有效率和结石清除率。

追踪延伸式护理对泌尿系结石行钬激光碎石术后患者的影响

目的:探讨追踪延伸式护理对泌尿系结石行钬激光碎石术后患者的影响。方法:选取2021年1月1日~2022年2月28日接受钬激光碎石术治疗的88例泌尿系结石患者作为研究对象,随机分为观察组和对照组各44例,对照组采用传统护理模式,观察组在此基础上采用追踪延伸式护理模式;比较两组护理前后汉密顿抑郁量表(HAMD)、汉密顿焦虑量表(HAMA)、生命质量量表(QOL)评分,下床活动时间、导尿管拔除时间、住院时间,并发症发生率。结果:观察组护理后HAMD、HAMA评分低于对照组(P<0.01),QOL评分高于对照组(P<0.01);观察组下床活动时间、导尿管拔除时间、住院时间短于对照组(P<0.01),并发症发生率低于对照组(P<0.01)。结论:追踪延伸式护理能够改善泌尿系结石行钬激光碎石术后患者的心理状态和生活质量,加快患者康复进程,减少并发症。

mPCNL与FURL联合治疗完全性铸型肾结石的效果及其对患者机体应激、炎症反应的影响

目的探讨微通道经皮肾镜取石术(mPCNL)与输尿管软镜钬激光碎石术(FURL)联合治疗完全性铸型肾结石的效果及其对患者机体应激、炎症反应的影响。方法将104例完全性铸型肾结石患者随机分为对照组与研究组,每组52例。对照组行mPCNL治疗,研究组行mPCNL与FURL联合治疗。比较2组患者手术一般情况、结石清除率及并发症发生情况;观察2组术前术后肾功能[尿素氮(BUN)、肌酐(SCr)]、氧化应激[皮质醇(Cor)、丙二醛(MDA)、谷胱过氧化物酶(GSH-Px)、超氧化物歧化酶(SOD)]、炎症因子[白介素(IL)-6、C反应蛋白(CRP)、降钙素原(PCT)]指标的变化情况。结果与对照组相比,研究组手术时间、住院时间及结石清除率显著增加(P<0.05)。2组术前术后BUN、Scr水平比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。与术前相比,2组术后24、48 h Cor、MDA水平显著升高(P<0.05),GSH-Px、SOD水平显著降低(P<0.05);与对照组术后各时点比较,研究组Cor、MDA水平显著降低(P<0.05),GSH-Px、SOD水平显著升高(P<0.05)。2组术后2 h IL-6水平均较术前显著升高(P<0.05),术后12 h IL-6水平与术前比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05);研究组术后2 h IL-6水平显著低于对照组(P<0.05)。与术前相比,2组术后2、12 h PCT水平均显著升高(P<0.05);但研究组术后各时点PCT水平显著低于对照组(P<0.05)。与术前相比,2组术后24、48 h CRP水平显著升高;但研究组术后各时点CRP水平显著低于对照组(P<0.05)。结论mPCNL联合FURL治疗完全性铸型肾结石疗效确切,虽然延长了手术时间,但结石清除率显著增加,且不增加患者肾功能及机体应激与炎症反应程度,有利于术后恢复。

细输尿管镜钬激光碎石术在一期治疗输尿管结石并狭窄的初步经验

目的探讨F6.0/7.5细输尿管镜钬激光碎石术在一期治疗输尿管结石伴狭窄中的应用价值及可行性。方法选取2015年3月至2019年10月清华大学附属垂杨柳医院收治的79例输尿管结石患者作为研究对象,采用F8.0/9.8标准输尿管镜,因输尿管狭窄导致上镜失败,一期采用F6.0/7.5细输尿管镜钬激光碎石术治疗。分析手术疗效及随访结果。结果79例患者中,一期手术成功率为84.8%(67/79)。术后随访显示,无严重并发症如输尿管穿孔或撕脱发生。随访期1个月内,结石清除率为87.3%(69/79)。结论F6.0/7.5细输尿管镜钬激光碎石术在一期治疗输尿管结石合并狭窄是安全、有效且经济的手术方式。在标准输尿管镜无法通过时,该术式是一种良好的替代方法。