ReviewResearch and reports in urology2021
Ergonomics and Surgeon Comfort During Flexible Ureteroscopy.
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- [THRIVE combined with i-gel laryngeal mask for prolonging apneic oxygenation time in retrograde intrarenal surgery].Nan fang yi ke da xue xue bao = Journal of Southern Medical University · 2023Trial
- Prospective comparative validation of a novel endoscopy chair and endoscope manipulation apparatus (EasyFlex) for ergonomic improvement in fURS procedures.BMC urology · 2026Article
- Endoscopic combined intrarenal surgery: From percutaneous nephrolithotomy to the future of stone management.Investigative and clinical urology · 2026Review
- High-flow oxygen delivery system and oxygen reserve index-guided apnoeic oxygenation versus low-tidal-volume ventilation during robotic flexible ureteroscopy: A retrospective cohort study.Indian journal of anaesthesia · 2026Article
- In vivo and in vitro evaluation of the Swiss LithoClastWorld journal of urology · 2025Article
- Status study of clinical application of ureteral access sheath in urology: a narrative review.Translational andrology and urology · 2025Review
- Does tidal volume during mechanical ventilation affect pediatric retrograde intrarenal surgery outcomes?World journal of urology · 2025Article
- Optimizing outcome reporting after robotic flexible ureteroscopy for management of renal calculi: Introducing the concept of tetrafecta.Journal of robotic surgery · 2024Article
- Flexible ureteroscopy with novel flexible ureteral access sheath versus mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy for treatment of 2-3 cm renal stones.International journal of urology : official journal of the Japanese Urological Association · 2024Article
- Ergonomics of bronchoscopy: good advice or a pain in the neck?European respiratory review : an official journal of the European Respiratory Society · 2023Review
- Feasibility of multi-section continuum robotic ureteroscope in the kidney.Journal of robotic surgery · 2023Article
- Isometric Arm Forces Exerted by Females at Different Levels of Physical Comfort and Their EEG Signatures.Brain sciences · 2023Article
- In Vivo Feasibility Test of a New Flexible Ureteroscopic Robotic System, easyUretero, for Renal Stone Retrieval in a Porcine Model.Yonsei medical journal · 2022Article
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Abstract
The technological advancements of flexible ureteroscopy (FURS) and its accessories have resulted in broadening its indications to include the management of complex renal stones, with long operative time. The surgeon's understanding about the ergonomics of the ureteroscopes and their cognizance of the operation theatre layout helps to improve their performance, including the surgical outcomes. This paper will describe the ergonomics that are involved in conducting FURS which in turn will aid in developing a more conducive surgical environment for the surgeon during the procedure, based on scientific literature review and expert opinions in high-volume centres. Proper surgeon position, well-arranged operation theatre layout, monitor and pedal position, anaesthesia type, and surgical team are important factors to decrease musculoskeletal strains for surgeons and increase work efficiency. Different types of flexible ureteroscope have different characters and knowing these special characters leads to better ergonomics during surgery. Robotic-assisted FURS have shown good safety and ergonomics in clinical application.
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