1
|
Abushamma F, Zyoud SH. Analyzing global research trends and focal points in the utilization of laser techniques for the treatment of urolithiasis from 1978 to 2022: visualization and bibliometric analysis. Urolithiasis 2024; 52:67. [PMID: 38630266 DOI: 10.1007/s00240-024-01568-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2024] [Accepted: 04/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
Abstract
Laser lithotripsy is gaining global prominence and is a dynamically progressing field marked by a continual influx of new and comprehensive research each year. Recently, there has been a noticeable shift toward the adoption of various kinds of lasers, such as holmium: yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Ho:YAG) and thulium fiber (TFL) lasers. Consequently, we aim to conduct a bibliometric analysis to analyze key areas of research activity within scientific publications that center on the utilization of laser techniques in urolithiasis. A search of the literature spanning from 1978 to 2022 was carried out on 25 December 2023 using the Scopus database to explore research related to the application of laser techniques for urolithiasis treatment. Visualization analysis was performed using VOSviewer software (version 1.6.20). We examined 962 publications that met the specified criteria, 791 (82.22%) of which were original articles. The analysis of the retrieved publications indicated a consistent increase in research output from 1978 to 2022; a particularly noteworthy surge occurred after 2003. In particular, the U.S. claimed the leading position as the most productive country, contributing 211 articles (21.93%). However, India had the highest research productivity according to the adjustment index of 19.08. In the European region, 324 publications (33.68% of the total) originated from 25 countries. The Journal of Endourology contributed the most between 1978 and 2022 (n = 96, 9.98%). The most cited paper examined the effectiveness of holmium: yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Ho:YAG) lasers, while a subsequent study focused on the use of a thulium fiber laser (TFL), an emerging laser technology that has gained increased recognition. Co-occurrence analysis revealed three distinct clusters focusing on the types of laser technology, minimally invasive approaches, and success rate/postoperative complications. This comprehensive investigation delves into the global landscape of laser use for the treatment of urolithiasis. This review supports the emerging clinical concept of using various types of laser technology for urolithiasis treatment. Moreover, the hot issues that researchers should focus on based on the findings of this study are the use of different types of laser lithotripsy in view of the surgical approach, success rate and complications.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Faris Abushamma
- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, 44839, Palestine.
- Department of Urology, An-Najah National University Hospital, Nablus, 44839, Palestine.
| | - Sa'ed H Zyoud
- Department of Clinical and Community Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, 44839, Palestine.
- Clinical Research Center, An-Najah National University Hospital, Nablus, 44839, Palestine.
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
EL-Nahas AR, Elhammadi MG, Abolazm AE, Laymon MN, Tawfiek ER, El-Shazly M, Elshal AM, Elbaz R, Shehab El-Din AB, Shoma AM. Trifecta in flexible ureteroscopy for treatment of renal and upper ureteral calculi: A multicenter study. Arab J Urol 2024; 22:166-170. [PMID: 38818257 PMCID: PMC11136456 DOI: 10.1080/20905998.2024.2325784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2024] [Accepted: 02/27/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024] Open
Abstract
Purpose To determine predictors for missing trifecta in patients who underwent flexible ureteroscopy (FURS) for treatment of renal and upper ureteric calculi. Patients and Methods The data of adult patients with renal or upper ureteral stones who underwent FURS from June 2021 through December 2022 were retrospectively reviewed. Stone-free status (no residual stones > 3 mm) was evaluated after 3 months with non-contrast CT. Modified Clavien classification was used to grade complications. A stone-free status after a single intervention of FURS without complications was defined as trifecta. Patients were divided into two groups (trifecta and non-trifecta). Risk factors for missing trifecta were compared between both groups using univariate and multivariate analyses. Results Three hundred twenty-three patients with mean age 48.9 ± 13 years and mean stone length 16 ± 5.9 mm were included. The trifecta criteria were applicable for 250 patients (71%). On multivariate analysis, risk factors for missing trifecta were stone multiplicity (OR: 3.326, 95%CI: 1.933-5.725) and non-experienced surgeons (OR: 1.819, 95%CI: 1.027-3.220). Conclusions Multiple stones and performance of FURS by non-experienced surgeons are the independent risk factors for missing trifecta of FURS.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ahmed R. EL-Nahas
- Department of Urology, Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
| | - Moustafa G. Elhammadi
- Department of Urology, Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
| | - Ahmed E. Abolazm
- Department of Urology, Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
| | - Mahmoud N. Laymon
- Department of Urology, Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
| | | | | | - Ahmed M. Elshal
- Department of Urology, Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
| | - Ramy Elbaz
- Department of Urology, Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
| | - Ahmed B. Shehab El-Din
- Department of Urology, Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
| | - Ahmed M. Shoma
- Department of Urology, Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Song B, Cheng Y, Lu Y, Rong H, Huang T, Shi J, Fang L. Factors affecting the intraoperative calculi excretion during flexible ureteroscopy lithotripsy: an in vitro analysis. World J Urol 2024; 42:130. [PMID: 38460016 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-024-04794-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 03/11/2024] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVE To explore the parameters influencing intraoperative calculi excretion (ICE) during flexible ureteroscopy lithotripsy (fURL) using in vitro simulation experiments. METHODS 3D-printed human kidney models were used to simulate the elimination of gravel during fURL. The factors influencing the ICE during fURL were analyzed by comparing the effects of different degrees of hydronephrosis (mild, moderate, and severe), surgical positions (supine and lateral position), ratios of endoscope-sheath diameter (RESD) (0.625, 0.725, and 0.825), gravel sizes (0.50-1.00 mm, 0.25-0.50 mm, and 0.10-0.25 mm), and ureteral access sheaths (UASs) (traditional UAS and negative-pressure UAS) on ICE. RESULTS The impacts of various UAS, RESD, degree of hydronephrosis, surgical positions, and gravel sizes on ICE were all significant (p < 0.05). We found no evidence of multicollinearity for all the independent variables, and the linear regression equation fitted as ICE ( g / min ) = 0.102 + 0.083 ∗ UAS grade - 0.050 ∗ RESD grade - 0.048 ∗ hydronephrosis grade + 0.065 ∗ position grade - 0.027 ∗ gravel size grade (R2 = 0.569). CONCLUSION Employing negative-pressure UAS, smaller RESD, milder hydronephrosis, lateral position, and smaller gravel size contribute to improved ICE during fURL. Among them, the adoption of negative-pressure UAS had the most substantial effects.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Baiyang Song
- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, 59 Liuting Road, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315010, People's Republic of China
- Health Science Center, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, People's Republic of China
| | - Yue Cheng
- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, 59 Liuting Road, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315010, People's Republic of China.
- Ningbo Clinical Research Center for Urological Disease, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315010, People's Republic of China.
| | - Yunfei Lu
- Medical Record Statistics Room, The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315010, People's Republic of China
| | - Hao Rong
- Health Science Center, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, People's Republic of China
| | - Ting Huang
- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, 59 Liuting Road, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315010, People's Republic of China
- Ningbo Clinical Research Center for Urological Disease, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315010, People's Republic of China
| | - Jingyu Shi
- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, 59 Liuting Road, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315010, People's Republic of China
- Ningbo Clinical Research Center for Urological Disease, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315010, People's Republic of China
| | - Li Fang
- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, 59 Liuting Road, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315010, People's Republic of China.
- Ningbo Clinical Research Center for Urological Disease, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315010, People's Republic of China.
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Meng W, Zhang H, Wang J, Chen B, Jiang Z, Ma L, Guan Y. Retrospective study of single-use digital flexible ureteroscopic lithotripsy versus miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy for 1.5-2.5cm lower pole renal stones. Int Urol Nephrol 2024; 56:55-62. [PMID: 37656387 DOI: 10.1007/s11255-023-03771-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Accepted: 08/26/2023] [Indexed: 09/02/2023]
Abstract
PURPOSE Retrospective analysis was performed on the clinical information of patients with 1.5-2.5 cm lower pole renal stones treated by single-use digital flexible ureteroscopic lithotripsy (fURS) and miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy (MPCNL) in affiliated hospital of the Nantong University from January 2020 to December 2022. To compare the safety and efficacy of single-use fURS and MPCNL in the treatment from 1.5cm to 2.5cm lower pole renal stones. METHODS Clinical information of 141 patients were collected and divided into single-use fURS group and MPCNL group according to their treatment methods, including 83 patients in the single-use fURS group and 58 patients in the MPCNL group. Baseline data, data on the clinical characteristics of stones, laboratory examination data, operation time, and postoperative data of the two groups were collected. Statistical analysis was made on the collected data to analyze the differences and causes between the two groups of patients. RESULTS There was no significant difference in the baseline data and preoperative clinical features of 141 patients between the two groups (P > 0.05). In comparison of postoperative serum indexes, the drop values of hemoglobin and creatinine in single-use fURS group were lower than those in MPCNL group, and the difference was statistically significant (P < 0.05). The stone free rate was higher in the MPCNL group than in the single-use fURS group on the first day after surgery. At the 1st month after surgery, the two groups were similar. At 3rd month after surgery, the single-use fURS group was slightly higher than the MPCNL group, with no statistical significance (P > 0.05). The total complication rate in single-use fURS group was slightly lower than that in MPCNL group, but there was no statistical significance (P > 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Single-use fURS has similar safety and efficacy to MPCNL in the treatment of 1.5-2.5cm lower pole renal stones. Single-use fURS may be a new option for the treatment of these stones.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Wei Meng
- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, China
| | - Huajun Zhang
- Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116000, China
| | - Jiahao Wang
- Department of Urology, The Affiliated Wuxi People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Wuxi, 214023, China
| | - Bo Chen
- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, China
| | - Zhaosheng Jiang
- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, China
| | - Limin Ma
- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, China.
| | - Yangbo Guan
- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, China.
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Zhou C, Yin G, Jiang Z, Tan J, Huang K, Yuan P. Mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy versus retrograde intrarenal surgery for the treatment of 10-20-mm kidney stones in patients with ileal conduit: a comparative study. Minerva Urol Nephrol 2023; 75:616-624. [PMID: 37728497 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-6051.23.05394-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/21/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Both mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mPNL) and retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) are two major strategies for the endourological management of kidney stones. In the current study, we aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of mPNL and RIRS for the treatment of 10-20 mm kidney stones in patients with ileal conduit. METHODS Patients with a history of bladder cancer and ileal conduit who had undergone mPNL or RIRS for unilateral kidney stones 10-20 mm in size between January 2015 and June 2022 were retrospectively included. Baseline characteristics and perioperative outcomes were analyzed and compared between mPNL and RIRS. RESULTS The failure rate of the initial surgery was 2.5% and 18.9% for mPNL and RIRS, respectively (P=0.025). In total, 39 and 30 patients were finally included in the mPNL and RIRS groups. One-session stone-free rate (SFR) was higher in the mPNL group than the RIRS group (97.4% vs. 66.7%, P=0.002). However, there was no statistically significant difference between the two groups with regard to operation time, postoperative hospitalization, complications according to Clavien-Dindo classification, as well as the change in hemoglobin, creatinine, procalcitonin, and pain Visual Analogue Scale Score before and after the surgery. Moreover, Results were consistent across subgroup analyses in patients stratified by years (2015-2018 and 2019-2022). CONCLUSIONS Both mPNL and RIRS were feasible and safe for the treatment of 10-20 mm kidney stones in patients with ileal conduit. However, mPNL achieved superior SFR outcomes with a similar incidence of complications, and it might be a sensible alternative for selected patients.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Chuanchi Zhou
- Department of Urology, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
| | - Guangming Yin
- Department of Urology, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
| | - Zhiqiang Jiang
- Department of Urology, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
| | - Jing Tan
- Department of Urology, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
| | - Kai Huang
- Department of Urology, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
| | - Peng Yuan
- Department of Urology, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China -
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Halme ALE, McAlpine K, Martini A. Fixed-effect Versus Random-effects Models for Meta-analyses: Random-effects Models. Eur Urol Focus 2023; 9:693-694. [PMID: 37945406 DOI: 10.1016/j.euf.2023.10.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2023] [Revised: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/28/2023] [Indexed: 11/12/2023]
Abstract
Random-effects models can account for variability both within and between studies. This makes them suitable for meta-analyses in surgery, where there is often significant heterogeneity between studies or heterogeneity owing to intrinsic differences attributable to patient or population factors.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Alex L E Halme
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland.
| | - Kristen McAlpine
- Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
| | - Alberto Martini
- Department of Urology, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Li J, Huang Y, Zhu M, Chen M, Xiong Q, Tan D, Wei Q, Cao D, Liu L. Does Moses technology enhance the efficiency and outcomes of regular holmium laser lithotripsy? Results of a pooled analysis of comparative studies. Lasers Med Sci 2023; 38:73. [PMID: 36800022 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-023-03730-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2022] [Accepted: 01/12/2023] [Indexed: 02/18/2023]
Abstract
Holmium laser lithotripsy is currently the optimum standard for surgical treatment of upper urinary calculi. This study aims to evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of Moses compared with conventional holmium laser lithotripsy for the treatment of patients with upper urinary calculi. We conducted a systematic search using multiple databases (PubMed/Medline, Scopus, Web of Science, and ClinicalTrials.gov) until June 2022. Clinical trials comparing Moses and conventional holmium laser lithotripsy were included. Analysis was performed using RevMan version 5.4.4 software. Four studies with 892 patients were included. There were no significant differences regarding stone-free rate (mean difference [MD] 1.19, 95% CI 0.54, 2.64, p = 0.66), operative time (MD - 9.31, 95% CI - 21.11, 2.48, p = 0.12), fragmentation time (MD - 1.71, 95% CI - 11.81, 8.38, p = 0.74), total energy used (MD 1.23, 95% CI - 0.44, 2.90, p = 0.15), auxiliary procedures (MD 0.38, 95% CI 0.08, 1.90, p = 0.24), and overall complications (odds ratio [OR] 0.70, 95% CI 0.30, 1.66, p = 0.42) between the groups. However, the laser working time (MD - 0.94, 95% CI - 1.20, - 0.67, p < 0.001) of Moses technology was shorter than that of conventional technology. Moses technology has similar outcomes to regular technology in terms of safety and efficacy. Given the higher operating costs of the Moses technology, further study is required to determine whether there are benefits to this new technology.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jinze Li
- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China.,West China School of Clinical Medicine, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
| | - Yin Huang
- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China.,West China School of Clinical Medicine, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
| | - Mengli Zhu
- Research Core Facility, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
| | - Mengqi Chen
- The Second People's Hospital of Deyang City, Deyang, 618000, Sichuan, China
| | - Qiao Xiong
- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China.,West China School of Clinical Medicine, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
| | - Daqing Tan
- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China.,West China School of Clinical Medicine, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
| | - Qiang Wei
- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
| | - Dehong Cao
- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China.
| | - Liangren Liu
- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China.
| |
Collapse
|
8
|
Gao X, Zhang Z, Li X, Cai W, Zheng B, Lu Y, Zhao H, You J, Zheng G, Bao W, Lai Y, Lv Y. High stone-free rate immediately after suctioning flexible ureteroscopy with Intelligent pressure-control in treating upper urinary tract calculi. BMC Urol 2022; 22:180. [DOI: 10.1186/s12894-022-01126-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2022] [Accepted: 10/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
Abstract
Abstract
Background
The retrospective observational study aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of suctioning flexible ureteroscopy with Intelligent pressure-control (SFUI) on treating upper urinary tract calculi in a large cohort.
Methods
Between July 2020 and August 2021, 278 patients with upper urinary tract calculi who underwent SFUI in our hospital were enrolled. Outcomes were stone-free rate (SFR) in one session and one-month after SFUI treatment, and complications scored by the Clavien-Dindo classification.
Results
A total of 310 kidneys underwent SFUI were included. The median surgery time was 75 min (ranged 60–110 min). One session and one-month SFRs were 80.65% and 82.26%, respectively. The one-session SFR was ≧ 87% in patients with Guy’s stone score of Grade I among stone size < 40 mm. Risk factors for unsuccessful stone-free in one session were stone history (adjusted odds ratio (aOR): 2.39, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.21–4.73), stone size of 40–49 mm (aOR: 4.37, 95% CI: 1.16–16.45), Guy’s stone score ≧ Grade II (Grade II, aOR: 3.54, 95% CI: 1.18–10.59; Grade III, aOR: 10.95, 95% CI: 2.65–45.25). The incidence of Clavien-Dindo grade II-III complication was 3.26%. Complication is associated with Guy’s stone score III (aOR: 22.36, 95% CI: 1.81–276.36).
Conclusion
SFUI shows good safety and efficiency on treating upper urinary tract calculi. Patients with stone size < 40 mm or Guy’s stone score of Grade I have a high chance to reach stone-free after SFUI treatment.
Collapse
|
9
|
Ma Y, Shao H, Wang Y, Gao S. Re: Luis Alberto Dorantes-Carrillo, Mario Basulto-Martínez, Rodrigo Suárez-Ibarrola, et al. Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery Versus Miniaturized Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy for Kidney Stones >1 cm: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Trials. Eur Urol Focus. In press. https://doi.org/ 10.1016/j.euf.2021.02.008. Eur Urol Focus 2022; 8:1448-1449. [PMID: 34389268 DOI: 10.1016/j.euf.2021.06.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2021] [Accepted: 06/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Yue Ma
- Department of Urology, MianYang Central Hospital, MianYang, China
| | - Honggang Shao
- Department of Urology, MianYang Central Hospital, MianYang, China
| | - Yaodong Wang
- Department of Urology, MianYang Central Hospital, MianYang, China.
| | - Shun Gao
- Department of Urology, MianYang Central Hospital, MianYang, China
| |
Collapse
|