Laser Applications in Urology
Laser systems are widely used in modern urology for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), urinary stones, and other lower urinary tract conditions. Lumin Fiber develops holmium and thulium laser fibers with high durability and flexibility, ensuring stable energy transmission in challenging endoscopic environments.
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Holmium laser lithotripsy is a standard method for fragmenting kidney, ureteral, and bladder stones. A laser fiber is passed through a flexible or rigid endoscope to deliver energy directly to the stone surface, breaking it into smaller fragments that can be removed or pass naturally.
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Effective on stones of various compositions
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Precise fragmentation under endoscopic visualization
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Compatible with flexible and rigid ureteroscopes
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Allows treatment of stones in difficult anatomical locations
Laser vaporization or enucleation techniques for BPH use high-power laser energy to remove obstructive prostatic tissue and improve urinary flow. Thulium and holmium laser systems, combined with robust fibers, enable controlled tissue removal and effective hemostasis.
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Minimally invasive alternative to open prostate surgery
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Good control of bleeding during the procedure
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Possible shorter catheterization and hospital stay
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Applicable to a wide range of prostate sizes, depending on the technique
Urological procedures place high demands on laser fibers due to frequent bending, torque, and high pulse energies. Lumin Laser designs fibers to meet these challenges.
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Holmium Laser Fibers – for lithotripsy and selected soft tissue applications
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Thulium Laser Fibers – for continuous or pulsed tissue ablation
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Optimized jacket and coating for durability in deflected scopes
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Available in multiple core diameters and connector styles
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Treatment of urethral and ureteral strictures
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Bladder tumor ablation under cystoscopic guidance
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Laser incision or coagulation in selected reconstructive procedures
Urology FAQ
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Q1: Why are holmium laser fibers widely used for stone management?
A1: Holmium lasers provide high-peak-power pulses that are effective in fragmenting urinary stones of many compositions. When delivered through an appropriate fiber, they offer precise control and reliable stone fragmentation.
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Q2: What characteristics are important for urology laser fibers?
A2: High flexibility, resistance to bending and burn-back, stable energy transmission, and compatibility with endoscopic instruments are all critical for urology fibers.
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Q3: Can the same fiber be used for both lithotripsy and soft tissue procedures?
A3: Conical fibers are often used for hemorrhoid coagulation, radial fibers for fistula tracts, and bare fibers for general tissue ablation or coagulation. Lumin Fiber can provide customized configurations according to device requirements.