Strategies for Reducing Risk of Elevated IRP
Dr Michelle Semins discusses strategies to minimize elevated intra-renal pressure, emphasizing the principle of ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) by reducing inflow and increasing outflow, and suggesting tools and techniques such as stopcocks, gravity bags, ureter access sheaths, and new suction devices, while also highlighting the importance of controlling other risk factors like bacteria.
EP: 1.Overview of the Incidence, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Urinary Stones
EP: 2.The Evolving Role of Ureteroscopy in the Treatment of Urinary Stones
EP: 3.Overview of Intrarenal Pressure (IRP)
EP: 4.Potential Complications Seen in Patients With Elevated IRP
EP: 5.Strategies for Reducing Risk of Elevated IRP
EP: 6.Key Treatment and Outcome Data for Patients Undergoing Therapy with Assistance of Ureteral Access Sheaths (UASs)
EP: 7.Factors for Consideration When Employing UASs In Patients With Urinary Stones
EP: 8.Methods for Continuous IRP Monitoring in Patients With Urinary Stones
EP: 9.Future Perspectives in the Treatment of Patients With Urinary Stones
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