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"Advances in Third Generation Dual-Energy Lithotripsy"
Glenn M. Perminger, MD
Nicole L. Miller, MD
Oliver Wiseman, MD
Roger Sur, MD

 

Podcasts

Episode #18 What is the Best Option for Fluid Management During Ureteroscopy?

Dr. Matlaga October 2019
In this podcast, Dr. Michelle Jo Semins of the University of Pittsburgh discusses her insights into new developments in the field of stone management. Fluid management dictates your visualization, which coincides with outcomes. More reliable flow leads to better visualization, and better visualization leads to better outcomes and shorter operating time. Therefore, with proper management one can perform procedures more efficiently and effectively. She notes that the best option is a machine that safely regulates precise pressure leading to less dependency on others.

Endourology Sound Bites #17 Laser Physics for Breaking Stones: What the Urologist Should Know

Dr. Matlaga July 2019
In this podcast, Dr. Ghani discusses laser physics and technical parameters for ureteroscopic lithotripsy. I cover the basics of the holmium laser system, characteristics of the HoYAG pulse waveform, peak power and peak power density, and implications for stone fragmentation and efficiency when considering pulse duration, pulse energy, pulse frequency, pulse modulation, total power, and fiber to stone working distance. The relationship between material and fluid absorption, and how this affects safety parameters of intrarenal pressure and heat generation are also discussed.

Endourology Sound Bites #16: What is Holding Back Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)?

Dr. Matlaga June 2019
In this episode Dr. Miller will review the evidence in support of HoLEP as the new gold standard surgical treatment for BPH and LUTS. She will also critically examine the factors that have played a role in adoption of the technique both in the US and globally.

Endourology Sound Bites Episode #15: The Use of the Holmium Laser in the Management of Kidney Stones

Dr. Matlaga May 2019
In this episode Dr. Wiseman will discuss decision making in the laser fragmentation of kidney stones. He will discuss choice of fiber size and look at how laser settings of energy, pulse duration, and frequency allow us to fragment and dust stones.

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