NEW FLEXIBLE CYSTOSCOPIC STENT RETRIEVER FORCEPS

Flexible cystoscopy is used more and more frequently for procedures such as removal of ureteric stents, for which various appliances are in common use and some have gained in popularity (Fig. 1). The commonly available biopsy forceps can be used, but with difficulty as the depth of the cups (or the depth of the teeth in the alligator forceps) is such that it is difficult to get a purchase on the stents, especially the larger ones (6 or 7F). The various basket retrievers also have limitations because it is necessary to pass the basket around the end of the stent before the basket can be closed to grasp the stent. This is even more difficult when using a multi‐length coiled stent, where there may be problems in locating the end of the stent. Obviously these factors increase the time taken and the discomfort to the patient. © 1991 British Journal of Urology