Advantage of a broad focal zone in SWL: Synergism between squeezing and shear
Objective: The focal zone width appears to be a critical factor in lithotripsy. Narrow focus machines have a higher occurrence of adverse effects, and arguably no greater comminution efficiency. Manufacturers have introduced new machines and upgrades to broaden the focus. Still, little data exists o...
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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2007
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