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Revista mexicana de urología
On-line version ISSN 2007-4085Print version ISSN 0185-4542
Abstract
CRUZ-RUIZ, José; NEGRETE-PULIDO, Oscar R. and MENDEZ-PROBST, Carlos Enrique. Complications of retrograde ureteroscopy. Prevention, early recognition, and treatment. Rev. mex. urol. [online]. 2018, vol.78, n.3, pp.233-242. Epub June 25, 2021. ISSN 2007-4085. https://doi.org/10.24245/revmexurol.v78i3.1944.
Ureteroscopy is a common management option for multiple upper urinary tract conditions. Propelled by technologic improvements and expanding physician expertise, its use is increasing worldwide, and it is currently an important element in the armamentarium of the urologist. However, as with any other medical therapy, ureteroscopy is not complication-free, and it is essential for the practicing urologist to recognize and manage those events. We present herein a review of common complications in ureteroscopy.
Keywords : Ureteroscopy; Intraoperative complications; Urolithiasis.