Manoj J. Monga, MD, presented “Ureteroscopy 2022: What’s New?” during the 42nd Annual Ralph E. Hopkins Urology Seminar on February 4, 2023, in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
How to cite: Monga, Manoj J. “Ureteroscopy 2022: What’s New?” February 4, 2023. Accessed Dec 2024. https://grandroundsinurology.com/ureteroscopy-2022-whats-new/
Ureteroscopy 2022: What’s New? – Summary
Manoj J. Monga, MD, FACS, highlights the evolution of ureteroscopy and its critical role in the management of urinary tract stones and other urological conditions. Grounding his discussion in the latest research, he outlines the key developments that have occurred in 2022, focusing on technological advancements, procedural techniques, and clinical outcomes.
Dr. Monga examines the advancements in endoscopic equipment, such as the introduction of high-definition digital ureteroscopes, which offer improved visualization and maneuverability. He also discusses the development of novel laser technologies that have optimized stone fragmentation and removal, reducing operative times and improving patient outcomes.
Dr. Monga reviews the latest procedural techniques, including the use of disposable ureteroscopes, enhanced irrigation systems, and innovative approaches to access and navigate the urinary tract. His analysis includes a critical evaluation of these techniques, supported by clinical data and case studies, to illustrate their practical applications and benefits.
About The 42nd Annual Ralph E. Hopkins Urology Seminar:
The Ralph E. Hopkins Urology Seminar is a multi-day meeting focused on training urologists in the latest in assessing, diagnosing, and treating urologic conditions in the clinical setting. Updates are provided on urologic cancers, stone disease, urologic reconstruction, female urology, infertility, sexual function, emerging surgical techniques, and general urology. The 42nd iteration of the meeting took place from February 1st to 4th, 2023, in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Manoj J. Monga, MD, FACS, is Professor and Chair of Urology at the University of California, San Diego. He previously served as Director of the Stevan B. Streem Center for Endourology & Stone Disease at the Glickman Urological and Kidney Institute at the Cleveland Clinic and the Joseph Sorkness Family Endowed Professor and Vice-Chair of Urologic Surgery and Director of Endourology & Stone Disease at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Monga received his medical degree from the Chicago Medical School and completed his residency at Tulane University School of Medicine.
Dr. Monga is recognized as an international authority in endourology and stone disease, and has been an invited speaker in India, Thailand, Brazil, Italy, Greece, Mexico, China, United Kingdom and the Netherlands. He has also acted as a Visiting Professor at many of the major medical centers in the United States.
Dr. Monga has served on numerous AUA committees, including the Quality Improvement & Patient Safety Committee, Abstract Committee, and Urology Care Foundation’s Outreach Committee. He also served as Chair of the North Central Section’s Education Committee. Dr. Monga has served as the section editor of the Journal of Endourology and served on several other editorial boards, including the Indian Journal of Urology and the International Brazilian Journal of Urology.
