How much does LithoVue cost?

09/02/2021 Jeremy Anderson

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How much does LithoVue cost?

The total ureteroscope cost per case for URF-P6 and LithoVue were $2799.72 and $2852.29, respectively. Conclusions: Micro-cost analysis revealed that the cost of LithoVue acquisition is higher per case compared to reusable fiberoptic ureteroscopes, but savings are realized in labor, consumables, and repair.

What is LithoVue?

LithoVue™ Single-Use Digital Flexible Ureteroscope changes the way you think about flexible ureteroscopy. It delivers detailed high-resolution digital images for high-quality visualization and navigation – to help you remove stones quickly, safely and affordably.

What is Uretero Renoscope?

With a sheath circumference of 7.5 Fr., the FLEX-X2S uretero-renoscope enables access to even complex anatomies and thus expands diagnostic and therapeutic options for urologists. Modern technologies offer full dual 270° deflection with an easy-to-use single lever control.

What is a flexible ureteroscope?

A flexible ureteroscope distinguishes itself from the previous devices by having an additional working channel (for irrigation or accessories e.g. a laser), active tip deflection and reduced stiffness of the materials for better manipulation and patients safety.

What is Ureteroscopy surgery?

Ureteroscopy is a procedure to address kidney stones, and involves the passage of a small telescope, called a ureteroscope, through the urethra and bladder and up the ureter to the point where the stone is located.

What is the diameter of a ureteroscope?

It is thinner than rigid, and has a curved working channel with smaller diameter. Current ureteroscopes have a diameter between 7.5 and 9 Charr, and most of them have a relatively wide working channel, up to 3.5 Charr. The use of instruments within the working channel reduces the deflectability of the endoscope.

Which is better ureteroscopy and lithotripsy?

TAKE-HOME MESSAGE. Based on this review, both ESWL and ureteroscopy are safe in the treatment of upper ureteral stones and both have relative pros and cons. Ureteroscopy has higher efficacy but more adverse effects compared with ESWL.

What is retrograde intrarenal surgery?

Retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS), also known as flexible ureterorenoscopy (fURS) is an effective and safe method for the management of intrarenal stones. Its use has increased in recent years with several reports showing stone-free rates as high as shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) for intrarenal stones.

What is the cost of ureteroscopy?

Ureteroscopy costs $2645 on average and has an overall complication rate of 10% to 20%. Three to five percent of the procedures cause major complications (eg, ureteral avulsion).

Is ureteroscopy a major surgery?

Ureteroscopy is a minimally invasive method to treat kidney stones as well as stones located in the ureter. It is performed in the operating room with general or spinal anesthesia, and is typically an out-patient procedure (you go home the same day).

Is ureteroscopy painful?

Most ureteroscopy patients have mild to moderate pain that can be managed with medications. To relieve mild pain: You should drink two eight-ounce glasses of water every hour in the two hours after the procedure. With your healthcare provider’s permission, you may take a warm bath to relieve the pain.

Are you put to sleep for ureteroscopy?

The procedure usually takes 1 hour. You are given general anesthesia. This is medicine that allows you to sleep.

What is a digital flexible ureteroscopy?

Why choose our ureteroscope?

Our ureteroscope is able to reach into the body more easily than any other comparable scope providing you with complete intrarenal access. Its torque-stable shaft construction eases control at every step of the procedure.

What is the diameter of a single channel ureteroscopes?

Single Channel Ureteroscopes OES PRO range of semi-rigid ureteroscopes, outer diameters of 6.4 or 8.6 Fr

What is the best ureteroscopy for my child?

The OES Pro range of single-channel ureteroscopes is ideal for all aspects of semirigid ureteroscopy (URS). The portfolio is designed to suit adolescents as well as more difficult anatomies. Contact us for information, service, support or to request a demo.