Managing ureteral stents is a cornerstone of modern urologic care. This guide equips clinicians with actionable strategies and introduces Minerva Health Solutions’ advanced instruments designed to streamline stent removal workflow and deliver better patient outcomes.
Understanding Stent Removal Challenges
Ureteral stents are indispensable for urinary drainage after urological procedures, but their removal can present discomfort and logistical challenges. With new extraction methods and innovations, clinicians can now offer safer, faster, and more comfortable stent removal in ambulatory and office settings.
Minerva Health Solutions: Innovative Instruments for Urology
Flexible & Rigid Cystoscopes
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Gold Cystoscope (4mm x 30°, Olympus mount): Provides high-definition visualization for precise inspections.
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Ultima HD Cystoscope (4mm x 30°, Storz mount): Enhances comfort and accuracy in office-based procedures.
- Single-Use Flexible Cystoscopes: Sterile, and disposable cystoscopes that eliminate the need for costly and time-consuming reprocessing, enhancing patient safety by preventing cross-contamination.
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Bladder Scanners: Handheld, non-invasive for post-void assessment and efficient stent follow-up.
Stent Forceps & Graspers
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Rat Tooth & Alligator Grasping Forceps: Designed for reliable stent retrieval and minimal tissue trauma.
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MinervaGrasp Single-Use & Reusable Stent Forceps: Enable rapid and safe stent removal, reducing procedure time.
Stone Management Tools
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Stone Crushing Forceps and Ureteral Access Sheath: Streamline diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, minimizing patient discomfort.
Clinical Procedure Comparisons
Research shows both Flexible Cystoscopy (FC) and semirigid ureteroscopes offer low discomfort and high maneuverability for stent removal. Flexible models slightly improve patient satisfaction but cost more to maintain; semirigid scopes remain a cost-effective solution for many clinics.
Clinicians enjoy more options for outpatient stent removal with MinervaGrasp forceps and extraction strings, though extraction strings must be reserved for carefully chosen patients due to a higher risk of dislodgement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which stent removal instrument minimizes patient pain?
A: Flexible cystoscopes paired with MinervaGrasp forceps provide enhanced comfort, but semirigid ureteroscopes using the same forceps are comparable in pain score and recovery.
Q: Is MinervaGrasp compatible with all cystoscopes?
A: MinervaGrasp single-use flexible stent graspers and biopsy forceps are universally compatible with all cystoscopes, including Ambu and other major brands. Their design allows for smooth maneuverability and precise control across various flexible and rigid cystoscope systems, making workflow integration easy for clinical teams.
Product Benefits & Workflow
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Improved Patient Experience: Less pain and time for stent removal procedures.
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Clinical Flexibility: Multiple options support various ambulatory and in-office workflows.
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Cost-Efficiency: Reusable and single-use forceps reduce instrument cost, procedural delays, and support regulatory compliance.
Case Study & Physician Testimonial
"Switching to Minerva’s forceps has cut our removal time by 30%, giving patients quicker, more comfortable procedures. Our ASC team is thrilled with the reliability and cost-saving results." — Dr. L. Morgan, Urologist
Case Study: In Chicago, ASC teams leveraging Minerva bladder scanners and forceps reduced the average endoscopy wait from 21 days to just 3, increasing both patient satisfaction and clinic throughput.
Request a Demo
Interested in safer, faster stent removal procedures?
Request a demo of Minerva Health Solutions’ cystoscopy and stent forceps or contact our sales team for customized solutions.
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