Letter to the Editor: “Environmental impact of current endoscopic technology in urological procedures: a systematic review on reusable vs. disposable scopes” - Takeaways - MDSpire

Letter to the Editor: “Environmental impact of current endoscopic technology in urological procedures: a systematic review on reusable vs. disposable scopes”

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  • Marlene Thöne

  • Steffen Rausch

  • January 22, 2025

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    The systematic review highlights the environmental impact of reusable versus disposable scopes in urological procedures.

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    Single-use cystoscopes generate less water and waste compared to reusable devices, complicating sustainability assessments.

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    A Life Cycle Assessment revealed single-use flexible ureterorenoscopes have a threefold higher environmental impact than reusable ones.

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    Sensitivity analyses consistently favored reusable devices, indicating lower waste generation during procedures.

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    Further research is essential to understand urology's environmental footprint and identify effective interventions.

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Letter to the Editor: “Environmental impact of current endoscopic technology in urological procedures: a systematic review on reusable vs. disposable scopes”

  • by Marlene Thöne, Steffen Rausch

  • January 22, 2025

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