Day: 14 July 2025

Assessing safety and efficacy of flexible ureteroscopy and laser lithotripsy in elderly patients

Introduction Urolithiasis, a condition characterized by the formation of stones within the urinary tract, presents a significant burden on health, contributing to substantial morbidity. The primary objective of urolithiasis intervention is the complete elimination of stones while mitigating patient morbidity. Treatment options for upper ureteral stones include extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, ureteroscopy (URS), and percutaneous […]

Tips to improve patient’s experience in consultation

The physician–patient relationship is a complex consensual association based on trust, vulnerability, authority, empathy, and compassion1. Its main objective is to achieve the best patient health outcomes possible. Nonetheless, factors affect how the goal is achieved, such as ineffective communication and low emotional intelligence2. Historically, health professionals have recognized how relevant the physician–patient relationship is […]

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