Abstract
Active stone removal has been entirely revolutionized in the past decades. Smaller instruments, scope and laser technology advancements and novel lithotripter modalities have entirely changed the way urological surgeons treat stones. Nevertheless novel technologies may lead to different and difficult to manage complications. Accurate knowledge of indications, limitations and technical details of these novel modalities can significantly decrease complication rates. The purpose of this review is to provide the most recently acquired knowledge to decrease patient's morbidity after active stone removal. Complications of active stone removal are well known for many years, nevertheless novel technologies in stone management can substantially differentiate their rates. Minimal invasive techniques are becoming even more minimal which reflects on the complications. Mastering the novel techniques in active stone removal and knowing their inherent limitations, in association with the recognition of predisposing factors and preventing measures have led to a highly acceptable low complication rate. Further refinements and technical improvement will reduce even more the complication incidence in the future.
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