Quantitative analysis and risk factors of high-grade encrustation in double-J stents after ureteroscopy and laser lithotripsy

Key Points

• High-grade encrustation significantly impacts patient outcomes after ureteroscopy and laser lithotripsy, with varied risk factors identified.
• The most notable metric revealed 25% of patients experienced high-grade encrustation post-surgery, affecting recovery time.
• Quantitative analysis of patient records provides insights into risk factors contributing to stent complications after procedures.
• This analysis emphasizes the need for monitoring stent performance to mitigate encrustation-related complications.