Efficacy and safety of bilateral same session flexible ureteroscopy using flexible and navigable suction ureteral access sheath (FANS) versus conventional access sheath: a prospective randomized comparative study - Takeaways - MDSpire

Efficacy and safety of bilateral same session flexible ureteroscopy using flexible and navigable suction ureteral access sheath (FANS) versus conventional access sheath: a prospective randomized comparative study

  • By

  • Helmy Eldib

  • Moaz Abdelrahman

  • Islam Nouh

  • Mahmoud Mobarak

  • Mahmoud Farag

  • December 25, 2025

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    Bilateral stone disease prevalence has increased, with 15% of cases involving both renal units simultaneously.

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    Flexible ureteroscopy offers advantages over traditional methods, including reduced trauma and shorter hospital stays.

  • 3

    Simultaneous bilateral flexible ureteroscopy can minimize operative time and anesthetic requirements compared to staged procedures.

  • 4

    The Flexible and Navigable Suction Ureteral Access Sheath (FANS) has shown improved efficacy and stone-free rates in clinical practice.

  • 5

    A prospective study compared FANS and traditional access sheath in simultaneous bilateral flexible ureteroscopy for stone management.

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Efficacy and safety of bilateral same session flexible ureteroscopy using flexible and navigable suction ureteral access sheath (FANS) versus conventional access sheath: a prospective randomized comparative study

  • by Helmy Eldib, Moaz Abdelrahman, Islam Nouh, Mahmoud Mobarak, Mahmoud Farag

  • December 25, 2025

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