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      Protection...of the Scope
Increasing Ureteroscope Longevity
Increases operative procedures per instrument to mean of 27.5 (19‐34) from (6‐15)
Simplifies insertion
Reduces stress at tip
Avoids insertion over wire – damages working port
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Pietrow et al Urology 60, 2002 IMPROVED LONGEVITY = COST SAVINGS
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