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What is Amplatz Sheahth?

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                                                       Source link: Manishmedi An Amplatz sheath is used as a working channel during urological procedures to protect a previously created nephrostomy track for the insertion of instruments and catheters. For larger stones, it might seem sensible to use a larger Amplatz sheath, but this is not the case for smaller stones. A smaller Amplatz sheath was preferred for smaller stones and a larger Amplatz sheath for bigger, more complex stones. One could argue that harder stones or geometries might necessitate a larger Amplatz size. It was suggested that using a lower-sized Amplatz sheath for smaller stones may lessen the probability of problems and bleeding, even though a 30 Fr Amplatz sheath is frequently used in PCNL regardless of the stone dimension. Despite the fact that it seems appropriate Additional Features: 1. Teflon construction 2. Smooth surface 3. Radiopaque material for better visualisation #amplatz sheath #manufacturers #manish