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UIJ - Ureteroscopic Lithotripsy Under Local Anesthesia and Without Intravenous Analgesia in Adults: Analysis of the Effectiveness and Patient Tolerability of About 100 Patients

Satâa Sallami1, Adel Dahmani1, Gammoudi Anis1, Ali Horchani1

1 Department of Urology, La Rabta University Hospital. Tunis TUN.

Date Received July 16, 2011
Accepted on September 02, 2011
Original Publication Date November 21, 2011
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Target Audience

This activity is designed for urologists and other healthcare professionals interested in or involved with the management of bladder cancer.

Educational Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  1. Discuss the epidemiology of bladder cancer including prevalence, mortality, and risk factors
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Educational Objectives

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  • Estimated time to complete: 60 minutes

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