CONCLUSION There is evidence that a-blockers provide an improvement in discomfort after placement of a ureteric stent.doi:10.1016/j.bjmsu.2010.03.012A. D. LambN. DunnO. J. WisemanBritish Journal of Medical and Surgical Urology
Medical Therapy for Stent Discomfort Methods to ameliorate stent-related morbidity are needed to provide comprehensive care following ureteroscopy with stent placement. The pathophysiology of stent discomfort is likely related to trigonal irritation, ureteral spasm, changes in stent... ZG Goldsmith,ME ...
• Ureteric stents remain a source of marked discomfort and their placement is often required after certain ureteroscopic procedures or in the acute setting. This analysis identifies and reviews the several studies that have investigated the role of α‐blockers after stent placement. MATERIALS AND ...
• Ureteric stents remain a source of marked discomfort and their placement is often required after certain ureteroscopic procedures or in the acute setting. This analysis identifies and reviews the several studies that have investigated the role of α‐blockers after stent placement. MATERIALS AND ...
Patients with preexisting ureteral stent placement or current anticholinergic therapy were excluded from study. Patients completed USSQ (Urinary Stent Symptom Questionnaire) before stent placement on the day of surgery, the day after stent placement, the morning of stent removal and the day after ...