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Endoscopic Combined Intrarenal Surgery: best practices and future perspectives.
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8 citing papers in PubMed.
- Use of Novel 6.3 Fr Ureteroscope in Endoscopic Combined Intrarenal Surgery (ECIRS): Comparative Experience with Conventional Ureteroscopes.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Article
- Endoscopic combined intrarenal surgery: From percutaneous nephrolithotomy to the future of stone management.Investigative and clinical urology · 2026Review
- The Changing Landscape of Urological Surgery: 10-Year Trends in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Upper Urinary Tract Stone Management in the San-in Region, Japan.Yonago acta medica · 2026Article
- Endoscopic Combined Intra Renal Surgery versus Percutanous Nephrolithotomy: utcomes of a matched case-control analyis.World journal of urology · 2025Article
- Telesurgery and the International Brazilian Journal of Urology in 2024.International braz j urol : official journal of the Brazilian Society of UrologyArticle
- Fourteen-Year Analysis of Percutaneous Nephrolithotripsy Outcomes: Evolution of Technique and Future Perspectives.International braz j urol : official journal of the Brazilian Society of UrologyReview
- The use of Silodosin in Ureterolithiasis is the Hot Topic in this Number of International Brazilian Journal of Urology.International braz j urol : official journal of the Brazilian Society of UrologyArticle
- Standardizing Suction Ureteral Access Sheath Technique in Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS): Tips, Tricks & Troubleshooting.International braz j urol : official journal of the Brazilian Society of UrologyArticle
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Abstract
introductionEndoscopic Combined Intrarenal Surgery (ECIRS) has emerged as a promising technique for the management of large and complex kidney stones, potentially offering advantages over traditional Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL). This study aims to evaluate best practices, outcomes, and future perspectives associated with ECIRS. MATERIALS AND
methodsA comprehensive PubMed search was conducted from 2008 to 2024, using MESH terms and the following key words: "ECIRS" and "Endoscopic Combined Intrarenal Surgery" The search yielded 157 articles, including retrospective cohort studies, two randomized controlled trials (RCTs), and four meta-analyses comparing ECIRS with PCNL. Most important findings were summarized regarding indications, patient positioning, kidney access, tract size, surgical outcomes, and complications.
resultsECIRS demonstrated higher stone-free rate, lower complication rate, and a reduced need for multiple procedures compared to traditional PCNL. Additionally, ECIRS has the potential to integrate new technologies to further enhance outcomes.
conclusionECIRS demonstrates significant advantages in the management of large kidney stones. Future research should focus on well-designed RCTs to provide robust evidence of its efficacy, safety, and cost-effectiveness, potentially establishing ECIRS as the first option treatment for complex kidney stones.
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