Flexible Ureteroscopy
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Flex XC1 Testimonial: Dr. Sri Sivalingam, Cleveland Clinic
Dr. Sivalingam shares his first impressions on the Flex XC1 Single Use Ureteroscope, how he sees it playing a role in his practice, and additional insights into the benefits of having choices in your endoscope offering.
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Flex XC1 Testimonial: Dr. Michael Lipkin, Duke University
Dr. Lipkin shares his first impressions on the Flex XC1 Single Use Ureteroscope, how he sees it playing a role in his practice, and additional insights into the ergonomic and operational benefits of a single use solution.
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Flex XC1 Testimonial: Dr. Amy Krambeck, Northwestern University
Dr. Krambeck shares her first impressions on the Flex XC1 Single Use Ureteroscope, how it compares to her reusable scopes, and how she sees it playing a role in her practice.
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Choice adds flexibility in all aspects of your patient care. Clinical, Operational, and Financial Choices to meet your unique needs – All from KARL STORZ.
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NEW: Flex XC1 Single Use Ureteroscope
Choose Convenience without Compromise! The new Flex XC1 single use ureteroscope offers best in class image quality in a convenient single use package.
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NEW: Flex XC1 Single Use Ureteroscope Specifications
HIGHLIGHTS • CMOS Chip • Integrated LED light source • 105° Angle of view • 0° Direction of view • 270° Deflection (up and down) • 700 mm Working length • 3.5 Fr. Inner channel • 3 O’clock position working channel • 9 Fr. Sheath size • 9 Fr. Tapered dis
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(Video that highlights the 3 different scopes) Flexibility to choose the right scope for each patient and procedure. Reusable Digital and Fiber Scopes as well as single use – All from KARL STORZ.
Minimally Invasive PCNL: MIP
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Minimally Invasive PCNL Technique and Demo
Minimally Invasive PCNL (MIP) is more than a mini-perc. This system takes advantage of single-step dilation and the vacuum effect to remove stones with minimal trauma and faster procedure times. Send your patients home with just a bandage.
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Minimally Invasive PCNL Surgery Technique
Minimally invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy for stone removal offers advantages for surgeon and patient alike. Using a live case study, this 14-min. video explains the whole procedure, from equipment to technique.
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Renal Access for PCNL: Step-by-Step Guide
This 18-min. instructional video provides a step-by-step guide to renal access for percutaneous nephrolithotomy. It was prepared by Julio Davalos, MD, of Chesapeake Urology Associates and the University of Maryland.
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Ultrasound Guidance for Mini PCNL
Fluoro-guided access is still the norm for minimally invasive PCNL. Is ultrasound a better option? In this master class, Dr. Roger Sur from UC San Diego shares his experience using ultrasound, with practical tips for success.
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Mini PCNL Instrumentation and Demo
Dr. Seth Bechis of UC San Diego introduces the reusable instrument set needed to perform minimally invasive PCNL on an outpatient basis and demonstrates procedural steps, including the vacuum effect.
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Minimally Invasive PCNL vs. Ureteroscopy
Dr. Sri Sivalingam of the Cleveland Clinic compares minimally invasive PCNL and ureteroscopy, especially for treating stones from 1 to 2 cm. Stone-free rates, bleeding risk, ergonomics, and tubeless options are discussed.
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Mini PCNL in the Outpatient Setting
Is minimally invasive PCNL suitable for outpatient settings? In this master class, Dr. Julio Davalos of Chesapeake Urology gives practical tips and considerations for transitioning MIP cases from the hospital to the ASC.
Reimbursement Resources
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Transitional Pass-Through Payment Overview
Overview to the new TPT payment implemented by CMS on Jan. 1, 2023 for single-use endoscopes including the KARL STORZ Flex XC1 ureteroscope
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2023 guide to stone management procedural coding and reimbursement for inpatient, outpatient and ASC settings.
Flexible Cystoscopy
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Enabling Anywhere Care: Office/Clinic/ASC
TELE PACK+ Compact Endoscopy and the C-VIEW Digital Cystoscope are simple and cost-effective flexible cystoscopy solutions for the Urology office/clinic/ASC
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Simple to Use, versatile, and cost effective at 1/3 cost of a typical OR Video Tower
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C-VIEW Digital Cystoscope - Cystoscopy Simplified
Simple to use, simple to maintain, and cost-effective. Save $100/case over single-use options (includes reprocessing and repair exchange service costs).
Care & Handling
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Flexible Ureteroscope Care and Maintenance
Maximize your service life and protect your investment by following these basic tips concerning setup, cleaning, and transport of your flexible ureteroscope. Proper care can help lower your total cost of ownership.
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E-Class Brochure - Flexible Endoscope
You and your patients deserve endoscopes that meet the same high quality standards and perform as reliably as brand new endoscopes after every service. KARL STORZ E-Class® exchange program was built on that philosophy.
Bladder Cancer
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Value Analysis Brief KARL STORZ Blue Light Cystoscopy with Cysview® (BLCC) System*
Value Analysis Brief KARL STORZ Blue Light Cystoscopy with Cysview® (BLCC) System
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Blue Light Cystoscopy Clinical Advantages
Thomas Cangiano, MD, Board-certified urologist at AdventHealth Altamonte Springs, FL, describes his initial experiences and observations using Blue Light Cystoscopy with Cysview® (BLCC) on his patients.
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Blue Light Cystoscopy Patient Case Study
At 28 years old, Mary Beth Ballard received a bladder cancer diagnosis that would change her life. Doctors at Vanderbilt University Medical Center were able to treat her using blue-light cystoscopy. This is her story.
Energy
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Surgical Generator for Bipolar Resection
The UH 400 surgical generator provides high-frequency current for endoscopic cutting, coagulation, and dissection. Pair it with our true bipolar electrodes, designed to deliver maximum control with minimal energy.
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Bipolar Electrodes for Urology Surgery
Our true bipolar electrodes come in various styles to meet diverse surgical needs. Watch how precisely they perform during endoscopic bladder dome and posterior wall resections, treatment of papillary lesions, and more.
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