In vitro and in vivo study of antibacterial and anti‐encrustation coating on ureteric stents
Yue Zhao,
Guo Chen,
Suliya Yushanjiang
et al.
Abstract:ObjectivesTo investigate the ability of propolis‐coated ureteric stents to solve complications, especially urinary tract infections (UTIs) and crusting, in patients with long‐term indwelling ureteric stents through antimicrobial and anti‐calculus activities.Materials and MethodsPolyurethane (PU) ureteric stents were immersed in the ethanol extract of propolis (EEP), a well‐known antimicrobial honeybee product, and subjected to chemical, hydrophilic, and seismic tests. The antimicrobial activity of the EEP coat… Show more
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