Cornering the Challenge: Initial Clinical Experience with EndoTheia FlexStone Endoscopic Steerable Basket

Our preliminary investigation demonstrates the safety of a new, unique steerable stone basket. The FlexStone device is a potentially valuable addition to the urologist's armamentarium, especially for complex caliceal anatomy and improving ergonomics when using URS.

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Journal of Endourology
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2026-02-01
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https://doi.org/10.1177/08927790261418676
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Kidney Stones and Urolithiasis Treatments
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Cornering the Challenge: Initial Clinical Experience with EndoTheia FlexStone Endoscopic Steerable Basket

Amir Ishaq Khan, Nicholas Kavoussi, Kimberly A. Maciolek, Ryan S Hsi
Journal of Endourology
Kidney Stones and Urolithiasis Treatments
article

Cornering the Challenge: Initial Clinical Experience with EndoTheia FlexStone Endoscopic Steerable Basket

Amir Ishaq Khan, Nicholas Kavoussi, Kimberly A. Maciolek, Ryan S Hsi
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Abstract

Our preliminary investigation demonstrates the safety of a new, unique steerable stone basket. The FlexStone device is a potentially valuable addition to the urologist's armamentarium, especially for complex caliceal anatomy and improving ergonomics when using URS.

Journal of EndourologyVol. 40(2)
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (US)
Openalex Percentile: Top 69%
Kidney Stones and Urolithiasis Treatments
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