Effect of Stone Motion on in Vitro Comminution Efficiency of Storz Modulith SLX
- 1 September 2004
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Mary Ann Liebert Inc in Journal of Endourology
- Vol. 18 (7), 629-633
- https://doi.org/10.1089/end.2004.18.629
Abstract
Background and Purpose: During SWL, stone motion secondary to ventilatory motion can be as much as 50 mm. This is much larger than the 4- to 15-mm diameter of the focal regions on most clinical machines. The goal of this study was to determine the effect of stone motion on the fragmentation efficiency of a clinical lithotripter with a small (4-mm) focal spot. Materials and Methods: A model stone (6.5 × 7.5 mm) made of gypsum cement was used as an in vitro target for a Storz Modulith SLX lithotripter with a custom-designed waterbath. A motorized positioner was used to translate the stone in order to simulate ventilatory motion. The excursion was variable up to 48 mm (± 24 mm about the focus). After treatment by 400 shockwaves, the remnants (>2 mm) were dried and weighed. Results: Fragmentation efficiency was reduced (P20 mm, it appeared that three-quarters of the shockwaves missed the stone. These data imply that ventilatory gating or stone tracking may result in fewer shockwaves being required for successful treatment with this lithotripter.Keywords
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