Publications by authors named "W Kamal"
Objective: To assess urologists' perceptions and current practices of using suction-based techniques and technologies in percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) for kidney stones.
Materials And Methods: A customized web-based 28 items questionnaire was created. All participation was voluntary.
Flexible and navigable suction ureteral access sheath (FANS) is a potential game changer in flexible ureteroscopy (FURS). The influence of sheath size on outcomes needs research. The primary aim was to analyze 30-day single stage stone free status (SFS), zero fragment rate (ZFR) and complications when using 10/12Fr sheaths vis a vis other sheath sizes.
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- - Over the last 30 years, miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mPCNL) has gained popularity due to its potential to reduce complications compared to standard procedures, but there's still debate over best practices and management strategies that hinders wider use.
- - An international panel of urology experts developed a consensus document on mPCNL to provide a comprehensive framework for practice, which included reviewing literature, identifying research gaps, and conducting surveys to gather expert opinions.
- - The study revealed 58 key questions on mPCNL practices, and consensus was achieved on 30 questions, affirming mPCNL as an effective technique for treating upper urinary tract stones in both adults and children.
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- The increasing presence of pharmaceutical residues threatens ecosystems, highlighting the need for effective materials to absorb these contaminants; waste eggshells serve as a potential recyclable resource for creating valuable adsorbents.
- CaO-based ZnFe-layered double hydroxide is shown to be a promising adsorbent for caffeine, demonstrating biodegradability, minimal toxicity to human cells, and strong antimicrobial properties against various bacteria.
- The study evaluated various factors affecting adsorption efficiency and confirmed the materials’ efficacy through multiple analytical techniques, supporting sustainable development and zero-waste initiatives.