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Rethinking high-frequency lithotripsy: a review by EAU endourology group

Sep 2026 · World journal of urology · Vol 44 · 0 citations · 49 references
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The overall incidence of ureteral injury across both frequency ranges was low, however, higher instances of ureteral injury and infection were observed in studies where HF settings were used in combination with HP, and bleeding complications appeared to be related to laser technology rather than frequency.

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