ISU 2026 brought together experts from around the world to explore the evolution of ureteroscopy, with in-depth discussions on intrarenal temperature, pressure, and intraoperative fluid dynamics.
Among the key topics, 6.3Fr URS stood out as an important area of focus. With its ultra-slim O.D., the 6.3Fr URS can reduce resistance during ureteral access and minimize trauma, while opening up new possibilities for fluid management and a more streamlined surgical workflow. Clinical studies presented at the symposium highlighted potential advantages of 6.3Fr URS over larger-caliber scopes in areas such as primary access and operative time, while also supporting simplified approaches, including sheathless and stentless procedures. As clinical attention to intrarenal pressure and temperature continues to grow, ureteroscopy is evolving beyond individual device performance toward greater system-level integration—bringing together the scope, sheath, irrigation, outflow, suction, and sensing technologies. From the 6.3Fr ultra-thin ureteroscope to IRP/IRT sensing, intelligent irrigation, and software platforms, HugeMed continues to explore this path of technological evolution. Thinner scopes. Smarter management. More intelligent systems. This is where the future of ureteroscopy is heading.
